Jazz Ensemble

Grade Levels:9-10-11-12

Course Length:Full Year

Credits:1

Prerequisites:Must contact director for placement

This course is open to students from the Concert Band, Symphonic Band, or choral programs that play a standard jazz ensemble instrument (saxophone, trumpet, trombone, or percussion). Any LHS student who plays bass guitar, electric guitar or piano may enter. Homework requirements: 1) Occasional required sectionals 2) Participation in all home concerts and other special performances as they occur. Description: The Jazz Ensemble will study many forms of music including swing, rock, funk, Latin, etc. They will also focus on improvisation and write their own charts.