JazzCamp for Girls
Introduction
JazzCamp for Girls is one of JazzDanmark’s contributions to addressing the gender imbalance in rhythmic music. The goal is to encourage more girls to play rhythmic instruments by strengthening local music communities. We collaborate on the project with music schools across Denmark and local partners in Sweden, Finland, Poland, Turkey, Belgium, Germany, England, Canada, and India.
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Gender Balance
There is a significant difference in the instruments boys and girls choose to play.
When instruments are distributed at music schools in Denmark, boys often opt for band instruments and drums, while girls gravitate towards singing or classical violin. JazzCamp for Girls aims to encourage more girls to play rhythmic instruments in a band, allowing them to experience the joy of being part of local rhythmic music communities in Denmark.
Through four days of improvisation classes, JazzCamp for Girls creates a framework for new communities where girls can express themselves freely in a safe space for musical creativity—a space that inspires them to pursue more music in their free time.
JazzCamp for Girls has made me braver, and it was great that there were only girls
Participant in the project in 2024
JazzCamp for Girls takes place at music schools across the country during the first week of the school summer holidays.
