WORKSHOP “Freedom – the art of improvisation” with Orphy Robinson MBE

Where do ideas come from - a practical workshop on improvisation with Orphy Robinson MBE

Presented by: Cambridge Jazz Festival

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0	CAMBRIDGE: Frankopan Hall, Jesus College
P	Saturday 15th November, 2025
N	10:30am

Event information

Cambridge Jazz Festival are proud to welcome multi-award winning composer and trombonist, Orphy Robinson, MBE as Artist in Residence.
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Orphy Robinson MBE, Visiting Fellow at Jesus College Cambridge, is Cambridge Jazz Festival 2025's Artist in Residence and will be leading this exclusive workshop on improvisation. This workshop will offer a neutral space to improvise, welcoming instrumentalists and singers from all genres and all abilities, from seasoned jazz players to complete newcomers to jazz.
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The session will begin with a plenary to establish themes and then break out into groups to work independently, bringing this back for a culminating performance and reflection.
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Suggested ability: grade 5+ (registration form to follow after purchase)
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All musicians (Singers & Instrumentalists) from all genres and disciplines welcome.
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