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: Prelude Jazz,
the House Band, and the Gig Band.
Gig band is directed by Mrs. Homes
House is directed by Mr. H.
Prelude (Beginning) is directed by Mrs. McInnis when
it begins in January.
Jazz Schedule 2026-2026
Monday: All Advanced Jazz Together
Tuesday: All Advanced Jazz Together/Sectionals
(Beginning starting in January)
Wed: House and Gig Split
Thurs: House and Gig Split
Friday: Advanced Jazz Plays Outside for the School (Beginning in band room starting in Jan.)
(Schedule subject to change for special events, lessons, etc.
Directors will let students know)
The Jazz Performance Band (Gig) 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. No audition is required for House Jazz.
Beginning Jazz requires no audition. In January, Beginning Jazz will be open to 6th graders who are interested.
All Jazz Bands wear all black with flair (bow ties, fedoras, etc.)
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.