Jazz Band

Jazz band is open to students in grades 9 - 12 by audition. This ensemble meets daily during the regular school day. The ensemble, in big band instrumentation, studies and performs the music of the foremost big band composers, past and present. Participation in band is required for eligibility in jazz band, with the exception of bass, guitar, and piano, which are not regular band instruments, but are included in the jazz band. Students who play those instruments will be expected to continue outside lessons to enhance their basic skills. There will be out-of-school time required for performances.