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Roosevelt High School Instrumental Music Department

Roosevelt High School Instrumental Music Department

Jazz Ensemble

The Jazz Ensemble performs in concerts at RHS as well as in the community as the opportunity arises. Instrumentation is limited to five saxophones, four - six trumpets, four trombones and one each on piano, bass and drums. A guitar position may be filled as well. This ensemble participates in the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association State Jazz Festival and the Central Michigan University Jazz Festival.

Fundamentals in sensitive listening, music theory and basic improvisation are stressed and are integral elements of the class. The underlying philosophy and purpose of this class is to develop an appreciation for and a keen interest in music, theory, form and history of jazz, America's classical music.

Prerequisites

Successful completion of instrumental courses in middle school. Acceptance will be granted by audition and/or assignment by the director. Jazz Ensemble is open to students in grades 10-12.

Keep up to date: All performance and extra rehearsal dates for this group are posted in the Calendar section. Please check them out and attend!

MSBOA State Jazz Festival

RHS Jazz Ensemble performed at the MSBOA State Jazz Festival on April 4, 2001 and received an overall rating of I from the judges. Congratulations Jazz Ensemble!!