The purpose of our Jazz Program is to teach jazz concepts, styles and improvisation.
There is one jazz band during the school day that meets both in the fall and spring semester. Membership is
by audition. In the spring semester, there are two more “zero period” jazz ensembles. Director’s Band is the
top Jazz Ensemble. The “B” Band is a training band that also attends festivals and performs concerts.
Students are assigned into positions in the various bands by audition. Ability, maturity and instrumentation
needs are considered. Performance attire is selected by students and director.
Dress Requirements:
Ladies – Black pants, dress shirt and tie. Black dress shoes. No sandals
Gentlemen - A black suit, dress shirt and tie. Black shoes and black socks.
NOTE: For Jazz Ensembles, please check with Mrs. Pate on the color of your
dress shirt and tie as the entire class wears the same color.
Supplies:
Black Instrumental Folder (order from Band Department)
Black 3 ring binder 1-1˝" with plastic sheet protectors
Pencils
Metronome
Tuner
Personal Instrument needs – mouth piece, reeds, sticks, mallets, oil, cleaning supplies etc.
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