CONCERT BANDSAt the conclusion of marching band season (mid-November), the 200+ band members split into three concert bands: a freshman band, a massed concert band, and an auditioned wind esnemble. The concert schedule is traditionally as follows:
Late December: Holiday Concert Mid February: Soundtracks Concert Late March: District Band Concert Late May: Spring Concert Visit the Calendar page for specific dates. |
JAZZ BANDSThere are two jazz ensembles at GHS, and both receive academic credit. JAZZ ONE meets M-W-F mornings during zero hour, and is an auditioned ensemble held to strict traditional big band instrumentation. Jazz One performances are traditionally as follows:
Mid December: Greendale Women's Club Holiday Luncheon Late December: Holiday Concert Mid February: Pops Concert (Cabaret-style) Late April/Early May: District Jazz Concert Late May: Education Foundation Fundraiser *Other public appearances by request JAZZ TWO meets T-Th mornings during zero hour, and is NOT an auditioned ensemble. Any band student who is interested in playing jazz music may join Jazz Two, regardless of instrument. Jazz Two has a more limited performance schedule: Mid February: Pops Concert (Cabaret-style) Late April/Early May: District Jazz Concert Visit the Calendar page for specific dates. |