ONLINE RESOURCES

Resources for students, educators, and inquiring minds

PDX Jazz desires to be a comprehensive resource in the realm of jazz education. In addition to our free in-school programs, we have a growing cache of free and downloadable online content. From lesson plans and presentations to musician highlights, jazz playlists, and read-aloud videos, we are dedicated to providing the most approachable and age-appropriate education resources for introducing students to jazz.

Teaching resources and lesson plans

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STORIES

Online presentations of popular jazz books

PROFILES

Profiles of Portland jazz musicians

Jazz Band Basics with Cynthia Plank

For The Midwest Clinic: How to Start a Jazz Band- Even If You Feel You’re Not ‘a Jazzer’