This class provides the instrumentalist with an opportunity to study, rehearse and perform selected jazz music, and is open to students who have the ability to play a wind instrument.  Students will develop skill in musical improvisation. Participation by “non-music majors” is highly encouraged. Students must have the ability to read music and have basic knowledge of music theory and ability to play a jazz instrument. College drums and piano will be used. Otherwise, students are expected to use their own instruments. If you’re uncertain whether your instrument is appropriate for this ensemble, contact faculty. Fees payable at SPSCC: $10 for music

Faculty: James Schneider jschneider@spscc.edu

NOTE: This class meets at South Puget Sound Community College, 2011 Mottman Road, SW, Olympia, WA 98512, in Building 21, Room 253, Tuesday evenings from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

IMPORTANT: This class begins BEFORE Evergreen’s Fall quarter, on Tuesday, September 22. Students must be registered by 5:00 PM on Thursday, September 17. 

 BOOKS: If a text is required students will need to purchase texts for this course from the SPSCC bookstore. The book list can be found on the bookstore website under the course Musc 134.