Ensembles

Audition Placement Results

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Note

• AWJE and WR ensembles use multiple drummers who switch between drums and percussion.
• WR uses multiple pianists who switch between piano and keyboards

Scheduled Performances

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

Large Ensembles

Ensemble Sectionals: Selected student leaders are responsible for scheduling 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

Note About “Alternate-Large” Ensembles: All jazz majors must complete at least one large ensemble credit each semester. To help meet this requirement, many of our smaller themed ensembles can satisfy this as needed. These include the Afro World Jazz Ensemble (AWJE), Jazz Trombone, Super Sax, Jazz Guitar, R&B Soul, Contemporary Jazz, Avant Garde, and Weather Report & More ensembles. Chamber Jazz Ensemble credits are separate from this.

Small Ensemble 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

Semester-End Small Ensemble Recitals

Small Group Ensemble students are to observe the following recital policies:

• Attire is Performance Black
• No gum chewing
• All equipment setup and sound checks must be completed 30 minutes before the recital begins, 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.
• 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.