Focusyear starts on Ocotber 19, 2020. 

Rehearsals and coaching will take place from Monday to Friday until August 2021. Christmas break: December 21, 2020 – January 4, 2021.
Winter break: February 1 – February 28, 2021. 

Every other week the band will be coached by a master for four consecutive days.  

There are recording periods in which the band will record their album. The band will perform at the Jazzcampus Club every other week.

In Focusyear you have the possibility to take individual lessons with a Jazzcampus teacher of your choice every other week. 

We expect that you are able to speak and understand the English language. 

Focusyear does not give credits. You will receive a diploma at the end of the year. 

Your studies at Focusyear are free. You will have the official status of a student, but will not have to pay tuition. 

You will receive a monthly sum of 2000 CHF to cover the cost of living. You will have to organize your accomodation and travels by yourself. 

During Focusyear attendance is compulsory. 

You will have to be present for all rehersals, concerts and recordings.