Prerequisite:  7th and 8th grade students concurrently enrolled in another band, orchestra, or choir class and have at least one year experience on their instrument. 

The Jazz Band is a full-year elective.  All instruction will take place during the class period (no sectionals or special rehearsals).  Students will develop technical, theoretical and improvisational skills inherent in modern jazz and pop music.  Performance opportunities are dependent upon the instrumentation of the group.