Instrumental Jazz 2022-2023

DIRECTORS
Rob Denty-rdenty@lw210.org
Taylor Beekman-tbeekman@lw210.org

ENSEMBLESThe Lincoln-Way East High School instrumental jazz program consists of two large jazz ensembles and two jazz combos. All groups are extracurricular and ensemble placement is determined by audition. The groups regularly perform at various community events, concerts, and festivals throughout the midwest.
*To be considered for Jazz Ensemble, you must be in a curricular concert band

​AUDITIONS
Students should record their materials and submit them to rdenty@lw210.org or tbeekman@lw210.org by midnight on Friday, November 4.

SIGN UP HERE IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN AUDITIONING

Audition Materials:
All (except drumset)
*Friends by Jim Snidero
      -Play as much of the excerpt as you can
*COMBO CONSIDERATION ONLY- Now’s the Time
      -Play the head once, solo 2 choruses
Drumset
*Drumset Styles
       -Play as outlined on the sheet

ALL AUDITION MATERIALS CLICK HERE

REHEARSALS 2022-2023
All rehearsals are mandatory. Typically each group rehearses for 3 hours a week in the evenings. Please refer to the department calendar at www.lwemusic.org for rehearsal dates and times.


PERFORMANCES
2022-2023 Performance Schedule
February 21st- Jazz Concert @ LWE (JO, JE, and Combos)
February 24th-Fish Fry @ LWE (Groups TBA)
March 10th-Fish Fry @ LWE (Groups TBA)
March 24th-Fish Fry @ LWE (Groups TBA)
April 14th-Jazz Showcase @ LWE (JO, JE, and Combos)
*Other performances will be posted once confirmed*


We look forward to working with you this year!
Rob Denty and Taylor Beekman, LWE Instrumental Jazz