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Instructor: Mr. Beratis
Prerequisite: Audition/Invitation - Director’s Discretion
1 credit
H1
The Jazz Band is a select group of students in grades 9-12. A standard 17 piece jazz band is formed out of auditioning/invited students: 2 alto saxophones, 2 tenor saxophones, 1 baritone saxophone, 4 trombones, 4 trumpets, and a standard rhythm section of 1 guitar, 1 bass guitar, 1 piano, and 1 drum set. The class studies a variety of jazz styles. Emphasis is placed on ability level as determined by the Music Department. Entrance into this class is based on audition and invitation only. Members of Jazz Band (except rhythm section and saxophone) are encouraged, but not required, to participate in the Symphony Orchestra. The Jazz Band performs at concerts, appropriate festivals, and community events. All members of the Jazz Band are required to participate in Pep Band as well as prepare and perform the repertoire for Concert Band at other events.
As this course is taught by Mr. Beratis, you can find his page here:
Jazz Band Repertoire
2022-23
2023 Spring Concert:
“One O’Clock Jump“ arr by don Sebesky
"Hunting Wabbits" by Gordon Goodwin
“The Heart of The Matter" by Bob Mintzer
Recorded at Anne Richardson Auditorium, Ridgefield High School, Ridgefield
George Beratis, Conductor
Produced Manheimer Video Productions and Ridgefield Music Parents
2021-22
2020-21
Shiny Stockings, arr. Sammy Nestico
Blue Train, arr. Mark Taylor
Spain, arr. John La Barbera
Cold Duck Time, arr. Alan Baylock
George Beratis, Director. Ridgefield High School Music ridgefieldhsmusic.org
Filmed by Manheimer Video Productions manheimerproduction.com