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Jazz Ensemble

Jazz Ensemble is comprised of students who are committed to performing jazz music to the highest standard. In this group, students focus on good ensemble playing, improvisation and an understanding of jazz scales, chords and theory. The group performs in at least three major concerts a year, in addition to performing in smaller venues such as formal receptions and open houses. The ensemble meets during the academic day for credit. An audition is required for admission to the group.

Repertoire
“Satin Doll”
 
“Caravan”  
“Sea Journey”  
“Dealer Takes Five”  
“Alter Ego”  
“Cheese Cake”  
“Chameleon” Herbie Hancock
“Straight No Chaser” Thelonious Monk
“Blue Monk” Thelonious Monk
“In Walked Bud” Thelonious Monk
“A Night in Tunisia” “Dizzy” Gillespie and Frank Paparelli
“Seven Steps to Heaven” Miles Davis and Victor Stanley Feldman
“A Girl from Ipanema” Antonio Carlos Jobim
“Don't Get Around Much Anymore”    Duke Ellington
 

 

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