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Jazz Ensemble

Grade level: 9-12

Course Length: 3 terms

Type of Credit:  Fine Art/Elective
Prerequisite: Director Approval and Audition; Large ensemble enrollment.

Note: All students in Jazz Ensemble must be enrolled in Concert Band or Wind Ensemble.  Students to participate must maintain high academic standards in all classes.

This class consists of up to 20 musicians.  Instruments include 5 saxophones, 5 trumpets, 5 trombones, 1 piano, 1 string bass, 1 guitar, 1 drum set and 1 auxiliary percussion.  Style of music will range from traditional swing to jazz-rock fusion.  Students will do several required evening performances, as well as attend several jazz festivals and competitions.  This class meets as a "0" hour period outside of the regular school day.
Private lessons Required (can be taken at no cost through Davis)

Jazz at Lincoln Center

International Association of Jazz Educators