The Jazz program at Lakeside is an insipring and creative curriculum. It is designed for students who demonstrate progressing technical skill on their instrument and a passion for music making. Our exceptional faculty emphasize creativity, sound exploration, improvisation, and regular exposure to music from other cultures. The Jazz Big Band will perform several concerts each year and may participate in a regional jazz festival.

This ensemble is open to students in 7th and 8th grade with two or more years of experience in at least one of the following instruments:

• Saxohone (Preference given to those who can double on flute, clarinet, and/or other saxophones)
• Trumpet
• Trombone
• Piano
• Drums
• Mallet Percussion
• Bass (Electric or Stand-up)
• Guitar (Electric or Acoustic)