The Jazz Instrumental Lab/Ensemble provides working experience in advanced jazz performance in a studio ensemble setting. Emphasis will be on ensemble sound, blend, musicianship, and stylistic aspects of the jazz and pop idioms. Opportunities for solo work, improvisation, and occasional performances with local jazz artists will be provided. Attendance at numerous schools, community, and traveling performance engagements is required.
Schools
Arlington Community High School
HB Woodlawn Secondary Program
Langston/New Directions
Wakefield High School
Washington-Liberty High School
Yorktown High School
Prerequisites
Students are selected from symphonic or concert bands by audition