JAZZ BAND & CONCERT BAND Large Wind Ensemble

Students have the option to choose between Jazz Band and Concert Band, the Ensemble rehearses and performs throughout the academic year.
Notice: This class is open to qualified students who are approved by the instructor.

The Big Band performs a variety of styles of jazz and commercial music written for large ensembles.

The Concert Band performs music written for large ensembles spanning traditional literature to popular arrangements from the entertainment industry. We work to build camaraderie, cohesiveness, and a commitment to excellence as we prepare for a concert(s) during each semester.


At the completion of this course students will be able to do the following:

• Identify an appropriate process for expressing a creative idea in jazz music-Improve music reading skills.
• Demonstrate knowledge of different musical styles
• Execute rhythms and articulations, melodic phrases.

• To develop musical skills necessary to perform music of the highest quality.
• To get better over the course of the semester as members of an ensemble
• To represent the College of Southern Nevada Music Department in a positive manner
• To provide an opportunity for instrumentalists (and selected vocalists) to experience a variety of styles through a careful study of repertoire, regular rehearsals, and performances.