RCSHS Jazz Band
Jazz Band - ½ Credit After School (thrid trimester)
This ensemble is offered after school beginning in late November through May. All participants in this group must be members of the concert band except for those who primary instrument is piano, guitar and bass. This ensemble made up of standard jazz ensemble instrumentation. Standard instrumentation of a jazz band is as follows: 1 keyboard, 1 drum set, 1 guitar, 1 bass, 2 alto saxophones, 2 tenor saxophones, 1 baritone saxophone, 4-5 trombones or baritones, and 4-5 trumpets. More than one player may be taken for each spot if necessary. This ensemble will learn about jazz performance, improvisation and history. Rehearsals will be held twice weekly after school. This ensemble will perform local concerts and participate in at least one jazz festival.