<p>It’s a really, really good idea for all musicians to have solid classical training before they move to jazz IMO. In the first place, it makes the transition to the other genre much easier, and in the second, good technique is really important to jazz too.</p>
<p>We know a couple of kids who went straight to jazz, without spending enough time developing classical technique. Even though they are quite good, their technique suffers from not having the training. So, I would definitely recommend staying with the classical for now, but perhaps adding supplemental lessons or summer classes in jazz.</p>