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Free Improv Class with Patience Higgins ft. Kenny Wessel

Join us for a free monthly improvisation class led by the legendary Patience Higgins, offered in collaboration with New York Jazz Workshop!

Instructor: Patience Higgins

Patience Higgins is a master multi-instrumentalist and one of New York's most respected jazz educators. His decades of experience performing and teaching make this class an invaluable opportunity for musicians of all levels.

Special Guest: Kenny Wessel (Guitar)

This month we're thrilled to welcome acclaimed guitarist Kenny Wessel as our special guest artist! Kenny has performed and recorded with jazz luminaries including Ornette Coleman, and brings a wealth of experience in harmolodic improvisation.

This is a unique opportunity to learn improvisation techniques from some of New York's finest musicians. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, this class welcomes all levels.

What You'll Learn

  • Fundamental improvisation techniques
  • Jazz vocabulary and phrasing
  • Building confidence in spontaneous musical expression

Registration required. Please register in advance to attend the class.

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Event Details

Date & Time

Monday, February 2, 2026

9:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Location

New York Jazz Workshop, 265 West 37th Street, New York, NY

Admission

Free

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