Progressions
A WAYJO Pathways Program for genders on the outskirts of Jazz
ABOUT THE ANNUAL PROGRAM
PROGRESSIONS caters for people of marginalised genders, female, non-binary and transgender instrumentalists who would like to learn more about jazz and improvised music, perform live at a professional Jazz Club, and work with some of Australia’s leading female jazz professionals. Part of Pathways, this program has been nominated for the national Art Music Awards for Excellence in Music Education in 2022 and 2023.
Run in Perth since 2014, over the last decade these workshops have seen countless young musicians build support networks, refine their skills, and increase confidence.
DEVELOP the skills and confidence of young people of marginalised genders, female, non-binary and transgender musicians in jazz and improvised instrumental music.
BROADEN knowledge of jazz and improvised music.
INCREASE awareness of career options in jazz and related areas.
ENCOURAGE students to understand audition processes and apply for tertiary jazz courses.
NURTURE and foster friendships, ensembles and support networks among female jazz musicians.
With workshops at the West Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), guest artists, alumnae tutors, and the opportunity to perform live in concert, PROGRESSIONS is a great opportunity to explore this exciting art form.
2025 REGISTRATIONS
Registrations for 2025 will be announced soon.
Registrations for the 8-week workshop are $300, or $200 for those who auditioned for WAYJO 2025 (in Nov-Dec 2024).
2025 WAYJO band membership fee allows for free participation by current female band members who register.
Workshops will be held on Saturdays, 2pm to 4:30pm at WA Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), Edith Cowan University – 2 Bradford St, Mt Lawley.
2025 PUBLIC CONCERTS
[To be announced soon]
For more information about the workshops, please contact Program Coordinator Gemma Farrell
For questions about registrations and payments, please email admin@wayjo.com
WAYJO sincerely thank the following organisations for supporting Progressions
Guests Artists Appear thanks to WAYJO’s 2024 Major Program Partner
