They are the artists whose performance shaped generations. The mentors whose teachings continue to inspire today’s students, musicians, and educators. Studying their journey, musical language, and artistic vision deepens your practice, sharpens your listening, and broadens your appreciation of jazz music.
Whether you’re a music student, a seasoned musician, or simply a passionate listener, Jazz Video Lessons gives you the opportunity to study with those who truly embody jazz. You’ll gain access to exclusive masterclasses and courses taught by internationally recognized Jazz Masters—a rare chance to learn directly from those who live and breathe this enduring art form.
Jeff Ellwood is the Director Of Instrumental Jazz Studies at Mt. San Antonio College.
Sam Dillon is a saxophonist, woodwind player, composer and teacher based in New York.
Marianne Solivan is a vocalist who has a commanding stage presence.
Lauren Sevian is one of the most in demand musicians on the scene today.
Bassist and bandleader Boris Kozlov defies expectationsand redefines what it means to put “First Things First.”
In the world of jazz, a Jazz Master is more than a gifted player. They are mentors, faculty leaders, bandleaders, composers, and contributors to the arts. Their musical impact and dedication to transmission continue to shape the evolution of this music.
Some became legends—John Coltrane, Thelonious Monk, Ella Fitzgerald. Others continue this tradition today, combining on-stage mastery with a strong academic and community program presence.
At Jazz Video Lessons, these Jazz Masters share not just their knowledge, but also their process, values, and vision, through rich and engaging jazz standard studies.
Working with Jazz Masters is not just about learning solos—, it’s about exploring how they think, how they shape their freedom, and how they express their voice within jazz.
By breaking down their musical decisions, you’ll learn how to:
With Jazz Video Lessons, your growth is grounded in the same principles that drive university-level jazz studies programs, music school ensembles, and professional performance careers. It’s where arts education meets living tradition.
Every Jazz Master featured on JVL has been selected for their excellence in both artistic contribution and teaching faculty involvement. They’re active performers, fully committed to sharing the values, skills, and legacy of jazz arts education.
Meet a few of the extraordinary mentors behind our lessons:
Saxophonist and educator, head of the jazz faculty program at Mt. San Antonio College, known for his rigorous and expressive teaching.
New York-based composer, teacher, and saxophonist with deep bebop roots and a contemporary voice.
Celebrated vocal artist with a passion for stage presence and jazz phrasing, ideal for vocal students.
Acclaimed pianist and composer, merging modern creativity with deep harmonic awareness.
Master of the baritone sax, known for her powerful tone and innovative ensemble work.
Esteemed bassist and bandleader, guiding learners in ensemble playing, groove, and listening.
These active Jazz Masters share their teaching via high-quality video content, live demonstrations, and personal studies—an ideal resource for jazz students, university learners, and motivated independent musicians alike.
On JVL, our Jazz Masters are not confined to archives. They are educators, creators, and artists in residence who teach as they would in a conservatory or music school classroom—with depth, clarity, and commitment.
When you join JVL, you gain access to premium educational resources, including:
Whether you’re aiming to refine your technique, boost your performance skills, or prepare for ensemble auditions, these lessons are a direct path to musical confidence. And the platform continues to evolve—with new masterclasses added regularly.
With the Jazz Masters classes of JVL, you’re not just learning jazz, you’re becoming part of an active, dynamic, and deeply human tradition rooted in national endowment-level excellence and artistic integrity.
So don’t wait, apply today and begin your journey and learn jazz standards from real masters of the craft.
