Final Gala Concert

This concert is the culmination of the season’s hard work in learning and performing various Jazz styles, including Big Band, Swing, Smooth, and Funk. The evening will celebrate Jazz music, a truly American art form, through the works of legendary Jazz musicians such as buddy Rich, Tommy Dorsey, and Miles Davis, among others.

The Jazz Ensemble would like to express its gratitude to the Columbia High School Cougar Boosters for their continued support, as well as to SOPAC, the Orange Orphan Society, and the Bergen Foundation for giving the Jazz Ensemble the opportunity to work with local Jazz legends John Lee (bass guitar), Alex Collins (piano), Mark Gross (saxophone), Freddie Hendrix (trumpet), Jason Jackson (trombone), and Karl Latham (drums). These individuals have devoted their time to visit rehearsals and coach sectionals, which has indelibly impacted the group’s success.