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Contemporary Jazz Workshop with Arno Haas30th - 31st May 2026
St Leonards Hotel, Ringwood, BH24 2NR
Contemporary Jazz Workshop with Arno Haas30th - 31st May 2026
St Leonards Hotel, Ringwood, BH24 2NR
On 30th – 31st May 2026 AB Workshops and P. Mauriat Saxophones welcome Arno Haas for a Contemporary Jazz Workshop. Arno will be running a two day workshop, the main focus being playing contemporary style jazz; smooth, fusion.
Internationally sought after, saxophonist Arno Haas studied jazz saxophone with Andy Scherrer at the Swiss Jazz School in Bern and further refined his artistry in masterclasses with Joe Lovano and Bob Malach. His stylistic versatility, warm tone on soprano, alto, and tenor saxophone, and his spontaneous musical empathy make him an exceptional shaper of sound.
Arno Haas has performed worldwide with artists such as Al Jarreau, the Duke Ellington Orchestra, Paul Kuhn, Brian Bromberg, Chuck Findley, Tony Lakatos, Ack van Rooyen, Mick Taylor, Joo Kraus, Helene Fischer, and many others, and has contributed to numerous CD productions. Concert tours have taken him throughout Europe, the United States, Israel, and large parts of Asia. Since 2013, he has also been leading a highly popular saxophone workshop in Mallorca.
Following his critically acclaimed, Los Angeles–produced albums Magic Hands (2013) and Back To You (2015), he released his third solo album, GRAFFITI, in 2021.
Sponsored by P. Mauriat Saxophones.
Arno plays P. Mauriat Saxophones and Jody Jazz mouthpieces.
On 30th – 31st May 2026 AB Workshops and P. Mauriat Saxophones welcome Arno Haas for a Contemporary Jazz Workshop. Arno will be running a two day workshop, the main focus being playing contemporary style jazz; smooth, fusion.
Internationally sought after, saxophonist Arno Haas studied jazz saxophone with Andy Scherrer at the Swiss Jazz School in Bern and further refined his artistry in masterclasses with Joe Lovano and Bob Malach. His stylistic versatility, warm tone on soprano, alto, and tenor saxophone, and his spontaneous musical empathy make him an exceptional shaper of sound.
Arno Haas has performed worldwide with artists such as Al Jarreau, the Duke Ellington Orchestra, Paul Kuhn, Brian Bromberg, Chuck Findley, Tony Lakatos, Ack van Rooyen, Mick Taylor, Joo Kraus, Helene Fischer, and many others, and has contributed to numerous CD productions. Concert tours have taken him throughout Europe, the United States, Israel, and large parts of Asia. Since 2013, he has also been leading a highly popular saxophone workshop in Mallorca.
Following his critically acclaimed, Los Angeles–produced albums Magic Hands (2013) and Back To You (2015), he released his third solo album, GRAFFITI, in 2021.
Sponsored by P. Mauriat Saxophones.
Arno plays P.Mauriat Saxophones and Jody Jazz mouthpieces.
Arno Haas Saxophone Workshop Concept….This workshop will focus on developing both technical and musical skills through ensemble playing, improvisation, and deep musical awareness.
- Warm-up and breathing exercises to develop sound, intonation, and control
- Technical exercises focusing on finger technique, articulation, and coordination
- Developing and performing four-part saxophone arrangements played along with professional playbacks
- Improvisation over the arranged pieces, with a focus on tonal centers, harmonic awareness, and melodic development
- Playing by ear to strengthen listening skills and musical intuition
- Learning to feel the music through phrasing, dynamics, articulation, and groove
- Improving rhythmic accuracy and timing
- Creating melodies and learning to play with direction by targeting specific notes and musical goals
Goal: Participants will gain confidence in their technical abilities, ensemble playing, and improvisational skills while refining rhythmic precision and overall musical expression.
- Based at St Leonards Hotel in beautiful Dorset, with excellent facilities
- Two full days of tutor lead sessions, four sessions per day
- Suitable for the following instruments: Saxophone
- Workshop runs from 10am – 4.30pm, with two short breaks and a 1 hour lunch break
- Optional: A Hot lunch (including requirements such as vegetarian, gluten intolerance etc)
- Refreshments; Tea, coffee (including freshly made filter coffee), juices, a variety of biscuits, fresh pastries
- Prices range from £135-£165 for two days
- FREE parking
- On-site accommodation (subject to availability). Not included in the price, please book direct with the hotel
- Safe, simple, secure. We have now set it up for you to be able to book easier than ever before, simply BOOK ONLINE
- Payment plan scheme now available; pay £25 upfront and then pay monthly by direct debit for the balance
Alternatively if you have any questions on the suitability of this course for you we will be happy to help. Contact us at hello@abworkshops.com or by calling 07711 998058 and we will be happy to discuss your needs further.
Regardless of your current level, we here at AB Workshops are committed to providing tuition and support at a pace that allows you to absorb salient points while good progress and motivation is maintained.
What do we mean by “grades” as a measuring tool? We use the ABRSM/Trinity “classical” syllabus, but in most respects this applies to the Jazz grades as well. If you haven’t taken any grades then please contact us to discuss suitability.
A hot lunch is included if you choose that option when making the booking (including requirements such as vegetarian, gluten intolerance etc).
Arrive: 9.30am onwards
Session one: 10am – 11.15am
Morning break: 11.15am – 11.45am
Session two: 11.45am – 1pm
Lunch: 1pm – 2pm
Session three: 2pm – 3pm
Afternoon break: 3pm – 3.30pm
Session four: 3.30pm – 4.30pm
