All-State Jazz Band/Combo Auditions Warren Central Jazz Ensemble members are encouraged to audition for the 2012 All-State Jazz Band and Combo. The All-State Jazz Band/Combo auditions include the following for wind players: a full-range chromatic scale (with the top note sustained as a whole note), the jazz etude “Friends,” improvising over B-flat or F Blues, and sightreading. Auditions take place Monday, October 31 at Avon High School from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. See Mr. V to get an audition time scheduled. Click here to download a listening example of “Friends.” Click here to download a play-along rhythm section recording of “Friends.”

 

Indianapolis Area Jazz Concerts The Indianapolis area offers many opportunities for people of any age to go see live jazz performances. This list gives information about many of the area concerts that take place during the remainder of 2011. Take advantage of the great music the Indianapolis jazz scene has to offer! View Here

 

Warren Central Jazz Ensemble Participates in 2011 Dimensions in Jazz   On Saturday, March 5, the Warren Central Jazz Ensemble travelled to Ball State University to participate in the 2011 Dimensions in Jazz festival.  This year marks the Warren band’s third consecutive year of participation.  After an early morning trip, the jazz ensemble performed in Ball State’s Pruis Hall, followed immediately by a clinic with one of the judges, Indianapolis-based trombone player Rich Dole.  The afternoon schedule called for listening to other high school jazz bands perform and going to clinics, including an improvisation clinic presented by Jarrard Harris (Columbia College of Chicago)  and a brass clinic presented by Ball State’s Director of Jazz Studies, Mark Buselli.  The day concluded with a concert by Ball State’s top jazz ensemble and their featured guest artist, drummer Mike Clark.   For pictures from this event and additional information about the Warren Central Jazz Ensemble, visit us on Facebook.

 

Warren Central Jazz Ensemble Welcomes Guest Clinicians The Warren Central Jazz Ensemble has had the privilege of working with outstanding guest clinicians during the second semester: ·         Dr. Matt Pivec, Director of Jazz Studies, Butler University ·         Professor Harry Miedema, Director of Jazz Studies, University of Indianapolis ·         Professor Mark Buselli, Director of Jazz Studies, Ball State University Thank you to all of our guest clinicians for sharing their time and expertise!

 

Warren Central Jazz Ensemble Visits Butler University   On April 21, the Warren Central Jazz Ensemble participated in a side-by-side rehearsal with one of the jazz ensembles from Butler University.  Jazz Ensemble members had the opportunity to listen to the Butler band play, then sit alongside them as Butler’s Director of Jazz Studies Dr. Matt Pivec rehearsed the combined group.  Warren students came away from the experience having learned a great deal about jazz style and improvisation.  We are very appreciative to Dr. Pivec and the Butler students for hosting and working with us, and we look forward to collaborating again in the future. The final Warren Central Jazz Ensemble performance of the school year will take place on Tuesday, May 11, at 7:00 PM in the Warren PAC.  This concert is free of charge and will feature the Warren Township Middle School Jazz Ensemble as well as an extended set by the High School Jazz Ensemble.  We hope to see you there!

 

Warren Central Jazz Ensemble Dimensions in JAzz 2010   On Saturday, March 6, the Warren Central High School Jazz Ensemble participated in “Dimensions in Jazz” at Ball State University for the second consecutive year.  The day started with a performance and then clinic with bassist Jack Helsley.  Throughout the afternoon students had opportunities to listen to other high school jazz bands and participate in clinics with Ball State professors  Mark Buselli and George Wolfe as well as the featured guest artist, guitarist  Fareed Haque.   The evening concert, the day’s last event, featured Fareed Haque playing an outstanding show with Ball State’s top jazz band. Once again, this event proved to be a fun and educational experience for both students and directors.

 

Warren Central Jazz Ensemble A jazz combo composed of selected members of the Warren Central Jazz Ensemble played at Heather Hills Elementary School on Friday, February 12 as part of their Living Black History Museum.  The combo, featuring two saxophones, bass, drums, and vibraphone, performed selections including “Song for My Father” by Horace Silver, “Watermelon Man” by Herbie Hancock, and “So What” by Miles Davis.  The performance was enjoyed by a very enthusiastic crowd of Heather Hills students and teachers.