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Jazz Program

     There are three jazz organizations that perform at North High School  . . . 

 

North Jazz Combo  

 

     This group is comprised of a select small group of wind players and a rhythm section.  The Jazz Combo performs for special functions that call for a smaller instrumentation.  Emphasis is placed on jazz improvisation skills.   A highlight for the Jazz Combo was a performance for the newly-organized EVSC Foundation .

 

 

 

 

North Jazz Ensemble

 

     This big-band instrumentation includes 5 saxes, 4 –5 trumpets, 4—5 trombones/low brass and a full rhythm section with guitar, piano, bass, drum set, and vibes.   The Jazz Ensemble also performs for concerts and special functions.   Historical highlights include a performance in concert with legendary trumpeter Maynard Ferguson.  The Jazz Connections Concert in the spring of 2009 also included a performance with the Castle High School Jazz Ensembles and a North Jazz Alumni combo.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Northern Lights

     The Northern Lights has performed at a number of special events, including the Grand Opening of the Southern Indiana Career and Technical Center and for the Evansville Rotary Club.  They have also performed in concert with the Jazz Alumni Combo and with the Duke Boys, a popular local 50’s band comprised of several North Music alumni.

 

 

Special Appearances at North High School

2007  -  US Air Force “Airmen of Note” appeared at North HS

2005  -  Legendary jazz trumpeter, the late Maynard Ferguson performed in the North Performing Arts Center

Photo:  Lauren Wright

Left:    2006  -  The Duke Boys in concert at North HS Nifty 50’s Night.  North Grads Kerry Sinclair (front left) and David Burke (3rd from left front)

2009  -  North Alumni Musicians Matt Kincaid (1971), Pat Moore (1968), and Bruce Lett (1971) headlined the Jazz Connections Concert.  All three have extensive professional performing credits.

Matt Kincaid, guitar

Pat Moore, drum set

     In 2007, we also welcomed the North Jazz Alumni in concert.  For that program, Henderson, Ky. native,  Pat McCormick graciously appeared and donated his performance time to the North Band.  Pat, who passed away from cancer in 2009, was a tremendous musician and a friend to so many.  Thanks, Pat, for sharing all of your talents!