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Jazz Band(s)
jazz Band(s)
Southwest has many opportunities for Jazz study including big band jazz, dixieland jazz, and small jazz combo's. This is a performance class that offers students the opportunity to play and sing America's original classical music. Jazz combos are open to all students as the basis for learning and experiencing jazz.
The Big Band requires an audition and instructor approval.
Grades 9-12, meets zero hour (7:30am - 8:25am)
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