JAZZ BAND

The Jazz Band is an upper-level group dedicated to the study of jazz from Dixieland, Blues, Big Band, Swing, Bebop, Latin, Funk, to more popular selections. The group performs a diverse and varied repertoire of music of grade level 3, 4, and 5. Members are jazz enthusiasts who appreciate the rich history, unusual compositional styles, and unique music theory elements associated with the genre. Members are also introduced to improvisation and soloing techniques. Enrollment is by audition only.

May 2009 Concert Pieces:

Cheesecake by Dexter Gordon arr. Rick Stitzel
On Green Dolphin Street by Bronislau Kaper arr. Dave Wolpe
Dreamsville by Jay Livingston arr. Vince Gassi
Get it On by Bill Chase arr. Victor Lopex
Freebird by Lynyrd Skynyrd arr. Roger Holmes

December 2008 Concert Pieces:

Crazy Rhythm by Myer and Kahn arr. Mike Lewis
Take the 'A' Train by Billy Strayhorn arr. Dave Barduhn
Funky Ol' Saint Nick by Paul Clark
Go Ask Your Mother! by Paul Clark
It Don't Mean A Thing (if it ain't got that swing) by Duke Ellington arr. Mark Taylor

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