The 24-25 JTL Jazz Band performing at the 2024 Winter Band Concert
The award winning JTL Jazz Band performs at JTL band concerts, and in the past has participated in community outreach at East Stroudsburg Elementary Schools, and other special events throughout the area. The Jazz ensemble rehearses Wednesdays after school, from October to May.
As of 2026, there are two Jazz Bands at JTL. The Lab Band and the Jazz Ensemble.
On Wednesday, March 18th, our Jazz Band students took a field trip to NYC to watch Aladdin the Musical. They also explored Bryant Park, Times Square, and ate dinner at Hard Rock Cafe. Thank you to all the students and chaperones for an awesome day in the city!
Monday, May 11th
Monday, May 11th
Jazz is a uniquely American contemporary music style drawing influences from a variety of cultures and genres. Jazz music is characterized by performer improvisation, syncopation and irregular rhythms. A variety of styles are included underneath the Jazz umbrella, including Swing, Funk, Latin, Be-Bop, Blues, and Rock.
All JTL Band students are welcome to audition and participate in jazz band. The primary jazz ensemble at JTL is a big band. Big Bands include a full horn section, which is made up of trumpets, trombones, saxophones and a rhythm section. Other instruments are welcome to participate in the JTL Jazz Band!
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