Jazz+Band+Auditions

Jazz Band Auditions The South Middle School Jazz Band is open to students in grades 6, 7 & 8 by audition. The band rehearses during homeroom, plus 1 day a week during 11th period. Additionally, jazz band members are encouraged to attend improvisation club on Fridays. The band attends numerous competitions and events throughout the school year, and it is one of the premier middle school jazz bands in the area!

Traditional Jazz Band Winds (saxophone, trumpet, trombone)
The standard instruments of competitive jazz bands are Alto, Tenor & Bari saxophones, trumpets, trombones and sometimes a tuba. All of the listed instruments will audition on their own music, and no transposition is needed. ** Non-Traditional Jazz Band Winds (flute, clarinet, french horn, etc.) **