The SBHS Jazz program is open to all wind and percussion instrumentalists. We feature three jazz bands tailored to fit students experience. Placement each band is determined via a jazz audition that occurs in November each year.
6:30 Jazz Band
The 6:30 Jazz Band is the flagship jazz ensemble of the SBHS Jazz Program. This big band of standard instrumentation represents the highest level of performance excellence in jazz performance and includes our most accomplished jazz musicians. Advanced repertoire and solo opportunities are explored as well as a variety of jazz styles. Each year, this group presents a variety of performances across the region.
Rehearsals: Thursdays 6:30-8:30 PM
The 6:30 Jazz Band is the flagship jazz ensemble of the SBHS Jazz Program. This big band of standard instrumentation represents the highest level of performance excellence in jazz performance and includes our most accomplished jazz musicians. Advanced repertoire and solo opportunities are explored as well as a variety of jazz styles. Each year, this group presents a variety of performances across the region.
Rehearsals: Thursdays 6:30-8:30 PM
Tuesday Jazz Band
The Tuesday Jazz Band is an advanced jazz ensemble that includes advancing jazz musicians. Students are placed in this group via audition and the size of the band varies depending on student ability. The Tuesday Jazz Band especially focuses on developing improvisation skills and solidifying levels of understanding between the variety of genres that encompass jazz. This group performs annually performs at the SBHS jazz concert as well as a festival performance.
Rehearsals: Tuesdays 5:00-7:00 PM
The Tuesday Jazz Band is an advanced jazz ensemble that includes advancing jazz musicians. Students are placed in this group via audition and the size of the band varies depending on student ability. The Tuesday Jazz Band especially focuses on developing improvisation skills and solidifying levels of understanding between the variety of genres that encompass jazz. This group performs annually performs at the SBHS jazz concert as well as a festival performance.
Rehearsals: Tuesdays 5:00-7:00 PM
5:00 Jazz Band
The 5:00 Jazz Band is a novice/intermediate jazz group tailored for intermediate jazz musicians. Emphasis is placed on beginning improvisation skills and jazz styles. The 5:00 Jazz Band is also a space for advanced musicians to explore secondary instruments. This group performs annually at the SBHS Jazz Concert.
Rehearsals: Thursday 5:00-6:15 PM
The 5:00 Jazz Band is a novice/intermediate jazz group tailored for intermediate jazz musicians. Emphasis is placed on beginning improvisation skills and jazz styles. The 5:00 Jazz Band is also a space for advanced musicians to explore secondary instruments. This group performs annually at the SBHS Jazz Concert.
Rehearsals: Thursday 5:00-6:15 PM