AB Workshops

The Jazz workshops hosted by AB Workshops are inspiring and informative. As well as the hard work (you do need to be prepared to work – they are WORKshops) – they are fun and inspiring. I always come away with a load of useful things to work on. They are always well organised, and Andy chooses speakers who are expert musicians, as well as expert teachers. 5 stars.

I have just done the Andy Scott Saxophone Ensemble Workshop 2023. It’s all good! The course structure was well thought out. The pace was sufficiently stretching in that you get a lot out of it. We were given several new pieces of music to play and it was amazing how quickly Andy got a group of strangers playing so well together so quickly! One afternoon, we had the luxury of having a backing group – bass, drum, piano! That was great. If you wanted to, you could do a bit of improvisation with them! No pressure to but it was fun and in a safe environment! Great location, near good cafes etc. I stayed in a very comfy local air bnb, 6 minute walk away. A lovely fun 2 days, thank you.

Very well organised and well structured event. Andy Scott was fantastic.

So pleased that I have discovered AB workshops. Everyone else on the course had way more experience that me but it didn’t matter as I still learnt so much. Organisation both running up to event and during to weekend was excellent, venue was great (St Leonards Hotel, Ringwood). Andrew is extremely friendly and approachable. I was really stretched musically but have come away totally inspired. I have booked two further workshops and will be looking out for more. Thank you AB Workshops.

AB workshops are fun, interactive and suitable for various levels of experience. You get an opportunity to learn first hand from talented musicians, and Andy ensures a safe and friendly environment. Great fun way to spend a weekend!

I’ve found the AB Workshops to be an inspiring, informative and  fun way to explore & enjoy learning and playing Jazz with others with expert guidance and advice from master musicians.

Having wanted to attend a workshop in the past, I actually took the plunge and booked my first AB Workshop this year. I’m really pleased to say it was easy to book online, and Andrew answered all my email questions before the workshop really quickly and in a friendly way. The music was sent out to us a few weeks prior so we could make a start at getting a feel for the tunes, and when I arrived at the big band workshop to play my sax it was really well set up, with everything we needed musically being provided over the weekend.

I was really worried before I arrived if I’d be at the ‘right’ level or if I’d fit in, as I don’t have a musical qualification but do play in a sax band and didn’t know anyone on the workshop…I need not have worried as Andrew creates a really friendly atmosphere and everyone on the weekend just got along with each other through the love of music.

I enjoyed this experience so much that I have now booked up two further workshops for 2023 and have encouraged my musical friends to come too. I’m looking forward to many more AB Workshops in the future!

It is not easy to organise a music course welcoming a wide range of age groups and abilities, much less to make that event both useful and fun. Andrew’s workshops do all this at a sensible price. The course tutors are not only talented musicians, but also have well established teaching credentials. I’d thoroughly recommend AB workshops for aspiring musicians of all levels.

Excellent very experienced tutors and friendly and supportive atmosphere. Always good fun whilst still being challenging whatever your level of ability.

I have been attending AB workshops and master classes for many years and will be attending more in the future. The Best Quality Educators together with well organised and structured courses these workshops have have provided me with real insights and lots of fun. Not to mention meeting some great people/students and professional musicians. They are a very valuable community resource at prices which are affordable. Keep up the good work!