Jazz Bones Perform at 2008 North Texas Jazz Festival April 2 - 4

Jazz Ensemble Performs Sunset Beach Music on the Beach Concert, April 28, 2008

Under the direction of Mr. Robert Barfield, the Jazz Ensemble performs year round at a variety of school and community events. Ensemble members may also participate in Marching Band and Concert Band, but take on the additional responsibility of performing in the Jazz Ensemble.

This ensemble performs the true American art form, Jazz. The styles of music ranges form big band, swing, bebop, funk, and rock. Students are exposed to music from 1900 to present time, and learn basic improvisation skills. The Jazz Ensemble has received straight superior ratings at every FBA Jazz District Festival since 1994.

The jazz program also includes the Jazz Bones, a smaller combo consisting of 5 trombones and a rhythm section.

In 2007 and 2008, members of the Jazz Ensemble were invited to perform at the University of North Texas Jazz Festival, a very prestigious national event.

For information on booking the Jazz Ensemble for your event, contact Mr. Robert Barfield.

2007 & 2008 North Texas Jazz Festival

2007 Suncoast Jazz Classic

2002, 2005 - Lakeside Jazz Festival Grand Champions

FBA District Jazz Band Festival:
Received Straight Superior Ratings for 12 Consecutive Years