John Seeley
Musician and Private Teacher
Jazz and Saxophone, Big Band and Specialised Workshops
John's workshops include:
An online Jazz and Saxophone Workshop every Wednesday afternoon, 2pm - 3.30pm
An in person Jazz and Saxophone Workshop every Thursday evening, 7.30pm - 9.30pm
An in person Big Band Workshop fortnightly on a Saturday afternoon, 1.30pm - 3pm
An online Big Band Workshop every Sunday evening 7pm - 8.30pm
An in person Beginners Jazz Workshop (more information coming soon)
The aim of these workshops is to provide a creative and relaxed atmosphere for musicians of all levels, to learn theory aspects of music, develop saxophone technique and gain practical knowledge of performing.
The workshops will explore saxophone and musicianship skills that will enhance the individual and group performer. This includes music theory, methods of practise, sight-reading, improvisation, aural work, and specific concepts to increase your knowledge on the saxophone.
The music used will range from Hard Bop, Modern to Contemporary Jazz, Latin, Funk and Popular music, and will be arranged to a high level.
The teaching of these workshops focuses on the 4 P's Principle. Posture, Pulse, Phonology, and Personality within the music, devised by Paul Harris. The method of teaching will follow a style called simultaneous learning. The ingredients of pieces are extracted and worked through by connecting areas of learning as aural, visual, rhythm and improvisation. These are then placed back into context, allowing the individual a deep understanding of the piece and its musical principles.
We are a relaxed, friendly, welcoming group of musicians and we are always looking for more members to join our Jazz family!
Please email info@johnseeleyjazz.co.uk or call 07510208939 for more information.
Jazz and Saxophone Workshops
Online Jazz and Saxophone Workshop Dates:
Wednesday 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th November 2025
Wednesday 3rd, 10th, 17th December 2025
Wednesday 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th January 2026
Wednesday 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th February 2026
Wednesday 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th March 2026
Wednesday 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th April 2026
Wednesday 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th May 2026
Wednesday 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th June 2026
Wednesday 1st, 8th, 15th, 22rd, 29th July 2026
Wednesday 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th August 2026
Wednesday 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th September 2026
Wednesday 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th October 2026
Wednesday 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th November 2026
Wednesday 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd December 2026
2pm - 3.30pm
£10
All ability levels and instruments are welcome, there is no need to book, just come along and join in.
In person Jazz and Saxophone Workshop Dates:
Thursday 9th, 13th, 20th, 27th November 2025
Thursday 4th December 2025
Thursday 11th December 2025 - Christmas Concert
Thursday 18th December 2025
Thursday 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th January 2026
Thursday 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th February 2026
Thursday 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th March 2026
Thursday 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th April 2026
Thursday 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th May 2026
Thursday 4th, 14th, 18th, 25th June 2026
Thursday 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th July 2026
Thursday 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th August 2026
Thursday 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th September 2026
Thursday 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd 29th October 2026
Thursday 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th November 2026
Thursday 3rd, 10th, 17th December 2026
7.30pm - 9.30pm
£10
All ability levels and instruments are welcome, there is no need to book, just come along and join in.
Venue:
The Fishermen's Chapel
New Road
Leigh-on-Sea
Essex
SS9 2EA
In person Beginners Jazz Workshop Dates:
Designed for students with basic knowledge of their instrument (grade 1 - 3) and those who are new to Jazz music.
New dates for 2026 to be announced soon.
7.30pm - 9pm
£10
Venue:
The Fishermen's Chapel
New Road
Leigh-on-Sea
Essex
SS9 2EA
For more information and future dates please email info@johnseeleyjazz.co.uk
Big Band Workshops
Play along to modern Big Band scores either in person or online.
Please email info@johnseeleyjazz.co.uk or call 07510208939 for more information.
In Person Big Band Workshop Dates:
Saturday 4th, 18th January 2025
Saturday 15th February 2025
Saturday 15th, 29th March 2025
Saturday 12th, 26th April 2025
Saturday 10th May 2025
Saturday 7th June 2025
Saturday 5th, 19th July 2025
Saturday 9th. 30th August 2025
Saturday 13th, 27th September 2025
Saturday 4th October - venue changed to St Barnabas Church, Church Road, Benfleet, SS7 2EJ
Saturday 25th October 2025
Saturday 8th, 22nd November 2025
Saturday 6th, 20th December 2025
1.30pm - 3:30pm
£10
All ability levels and instruments are welcome, there is no need to book, just come along and join in.
Venue:
Hadleigh Old Fire Station - HOFS
20 High Street
Hadleigh
Benfleet
Essex
SS7 2PB
Online Big Band Workshop Dates:
Sunday 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th November 2025
Sunday 7th, 14th, 21st December 2025
Sunday 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th January 2026
Sunday 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd February 2026
Sunday 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th March 2026
Sunday 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th April 2026
Sunday 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st May 2026
Sunday 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th June 2026
Sunday 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th July 2026
Sunday 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th August 2026
Sunday 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th September 2026
Sunday 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th October 2026
Sunday 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th November 2026
Sunday 6th, 13th, 20th December 2026
7pm - 8.30pm
£10
All ability levels and instruments are welcome, there is no need to book, just come along and join in.
