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Ensembles

Audition Placement Results

F25 Jazz Ens Placements_Rev 05, 9/19

Note
  • AWJE and WR ensembles use multiple drummers to switch between drums and percussion.
  • WR and ToP ensembles use 2 pianists to switch between piano and keyboards

Scheduled Performances

Refer to the Jazz Event Calendar (and also MGSA-wide events)

Ensemble Procedures

Large Ensembles

Ensemble Sectionals: Selected student leaders are responsible for overseeing the scheduling of sectional rehearsals at least once a month or as directed by the ensemble director. Sectionals are generally for, but not limited to, Jazz Ensemble I and II. Section groups are defined as:

  • Saxophone section
  • Trombone section
  • Trumpet section
  • Rhythm section

Section leaders will be determined at the start of each semester and must organize and run rehearsals at a mutually agreed time, outside of class schedules. The following criteria apply:

  • Sectional rehearsals must include all section members at all times
  • Additional sectionals may be assigned and required at the discretion of the ensemble director

Alt-Large/Chamber Ensembles

Writing Assignments: Students enrolled in the Small Ensemble courses (Chamber Jazz and Alt-Large Ensemble) are highly encouraged to contribute ensemble writing projects as specified by their ensemble directors:

  • Material can be original compositions or arrangements catering to their ensemble’s current instrumentation.
  • These projects can then be used for recitals and other performances.
  • Members not taking an ensemble for credit may also contribute

Jazz Chamber Recitals

Chamber Jazz Ensemble students are to observe the following recital policies:

  • All equipment setup and sound checks must be completed thirty minutes prior to the recital starting, while guests are being seated.
  • Each ensemble should prepare two selections, totaling approximately 15 minutes of performance material.
  • Transitions between ensembles should occur as quickly as possible.
  • Attire is Performance Black
  • No gum chewing
  • Performers must remain inside the recital hall and be ready to take the stage. Waiting outside of the hall is not allowed for performers.
  • Please kindly cooperate with the Event Staff overseeing the recital and managing the audience.
  • Student performers are relied upon to represent the jazz program and the school effectively at all events.