Garfield Jazz is part of the nationally recognized Fine Arts Department at Garfield High School, a diverse public school in Seattle, Washington. Garfield High School has a long history of outstanding musical education. For over 40 years, the Garfield Jazz program has taught thousands of students the art of jazz, honing their musical skills, teaching them to improvise and how to swing. Led by Jared Sessink, Garfield Jazz consists of three big band ensembles and is supported by the Garfield Jazz Foundation, a parent-run booster organization.
This website is run by the Garfield Jazz Foundation and not affiliated with Seattle Public Schools.
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Garfield Jazz is part of the nationally recognized Fine Arts Department at Garfield High School, a diverse public school in Seattle, Washington. Garfield High School has a long history of outstanding musical education. For over 40 years, the Garfield Jazz program has taught thousands of students the art of jazz, honing their musical skills, teaching them to improvise and how to swing. Led by Jared Sessink, Garfield Jazz consists of three big band ensembles and is supported by the Garfield Jazz Foundation, a parent-run booster organization.
This website is run by the Garfield Jazz Foundation and not affiliated with Seattle Public Schools.
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Hot Java Cool Jazz event rescheduled to Thursday, May 14
Please watch for email for more details.
This year’s Citrus Sale canceled
The GJF Board has decided to cancel the Citrus Sale that was kicked off earlier in the week. An email was sent to families tonight with more information. We hope to do this fundraiser next year – unfortunately, given crop cycles and availability, postponing isn’t an option.
Saturday’s Jazz Jam Session is cancelled
Due to King County public health recommendations, our scheduled Jam Session this Saturday, March 7 has been cancelled.