The 2019-2020 Garfield Jazz ensemble placements are listed below. The listings are by section with last names in alphabetical order. Individual part assignments will be determined when school begins. The students below should report to Room 219 during Period 6 on the first day of school, they do not need their instruments on the first…
DetailsWe are excited to announce audition dates for the 2019-20 school year! Mr. Sessink is really looking forward to meeting and hearing each of you at the auditions in August. Please download and carefully read the Audition Requirements for information on what you need to prepare. You can download the document here. FOR STUDENTS WHO PLAYED…
DetailsDear Garfield Jazz Community, Today we announce the end of an era and the beginning of a new chapter in Garfield Jazz History. Ted Howard recently announced that Clarence Acox is retiring. We all feel such deep respect and admiration for Clarence who, in his 40+ year tenure at Garfield, has touched the lives of…
DetailsCongratulations to Mr Acox and Garfield Jazz for an outstanding performance at Essentially Ellington! Numerous students were recognized including Aidan S (Sax), Avi C (Sax), Jack G (Guitar), Tyler F (Guitar) and Will J (Guitar) and our outstanding trombone section (Aiden, Jack, Kate, Tesfa). Well done!
DetailsCongratulations to Garfield Jazz Band 1 and Mr Acox for being selected as a finalist in the Essentially Ellington Competition, to be held in NYC May 9-11. Click HERE to learn more!
DetailsJoin us at our annual fundraising Gala on March 23, 2019! This year’s Gala will be a special celebration at the elegant Sunset Club on First Hill as we celebrate 40 Years of Jazz with performances, an exquisite dinner and more! Tickets go on sale on Feb 11, 2019 at Garfieldjazz.org
DetailsBand 1 performs at Seattle Center’s Winterfest Saturday December 15, 12:30PM Seattle Center Armory See you there!
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Thursday November 15, 2018 @ 7:30PM
Quincy Jones Performance Center, GHS
Band 2 and Band 3 Rehearsals begin this week: Band 2: Monday and Tuesday at 3:45 Band 3: Wednesday (2:35) and Thursday (3:45) Both rehearse in Room 219.
Details2018-2019 Garfield Jazz Families Welcome Event Come and meet/mingle with other Garfield Jazz Parents! Students and Parents can learn more about all that is in store for this year’s Garfield Jazz Bands! When: TODAY Saturday Sept 22, 2018 4-6PM Where: Garfield High School Band Room (enter at Alder St) Pizza and drinks provided.
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