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PVA 34 abc - Jazz Band/Jazz Improvisation

PVA 34 abc

Jazz Band/Jazz Improvisation

3 units (0-3-0)   |  first, second, third terms

Comprised of students, faculty, staff, JPL, alumni, and community members by audition. The jazz band performs a diverse range of big-band jazz styles, from Duke Ellington to Maria Schneider, with performances held three times a year, often featuring legendary jazz musicians. The Jazz Improv class studies the process of improvisation, performs regularly, and is open to all levels of experience.

Instructor: Catlin
Published Date: July 31, 2025