Organized and Run Through the SEMS Music Boosters; a 501 (c)(3) organization
The SEMS Jazz Bands Rockin' the school starting at 7am!
There are three levels of Jazz Band: Beginning Jazz,
the House Band and the Gig Band. Gig band
is directed by Mrs. Homes, while House
is directed by Mrs. McInnis & Mr. H.
Beginning is directed by Mrs. McInnis when
it begins in January.
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Jazz Schedule 2025-2026
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Jazz will meet starting Wednesday August 20
All jazz students will meet together for the first month.
Gig Auditions will be around the 3rd or 4th week of the year.
Monday: House and Gig Together
Tuesday: House and Gig Together
Wed: House and Gig Split
Thurs: House and Gig Split
Friday: Play Outside for the School (Beg. in Jan)
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(Schedule subject to change for special events, lessons, etc.
Directors will let students know)
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The Jazz Performance Band (Gig Band) is an audition-only group that represents San Elijo Middle School in the community and at competitive festivals.
The House Band is made up of students who have at least one year of experience. They also compete at Jazz Festivals.
Beginning Jazz requires no audition. In January, Beginning Jazz will be open to 6th graders who are interested.
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All Jazz Bands wear all black with flair (bow ties, fedoras, etc.)
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To remain in Jazz Band, students must have good attendance, learn new jazz music promptly, and pass off the Bb, Eb, F, C, and Ab scales by the Winter Break (House and Gig only). The scales are usually passed off in their band class.