All Ensembles

Large Ensemble Policies

Ensemble Sectionals: Monthly sectional rehearsals are normally assigned to all sections of large ensembles, namely Jazz Ensemble I and Jazz Ensemble 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 are required to 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
• Sectionals must be recorded. Recordings are to be promptly forwarded to the jazz faculty
• The ensemble director will appoint a rhythm section leader for each semester
• Additional sectionals may be assigned and required at the discretion of the ensemble director

Failure to follow these directives may result in compromised ensemble grades

Please use this link to upload sectional recordings (mp3 preferred):

• Click “Open Drive” button in the top right corner
• Click the up-arrow next to the “Create” button on the left menu.
• Upload your recording
• Notify jazz administrator(s) that your file is now available

Chamber Ensemble Policies

Writing Assignments: Small ensemble (Chamber Jazz and Alt-Large Ensemble) courses are to observe the following writing assignment mandate, per their ensemble directors. All students except 1st-year undergrads will be assigned at least one written assignment each semester, as follows:

• Students will prepare written/printed charts for their chamber ensemble to rehearse throughout the semester.
• 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 must still produce written charts as enforced by the ensemble director
• 1st-year undergrad students are encouraged to contribute, as they are able.