The Upper School Jazz combo performed in the 15th Annual Elon University Jazz Festival on Friday, February 18, 2011 and earned a Superior rating. Judges for the Festival were Per Danielsson (jazz pianist) and Tom Brantley (jazz trombonist) who each perform with innovative Big Band, the Jazz Surge, in Tampa, FL. Both judges were very complimentary of the work of our students and gave practical advice on how to craft improvised solos as well as on the combo’s overall sound.
Students included:
- Alex Coeytaux, Alto Sax (2012)
- Daniel Orol, Trumpet (2013)
- Joseph Cornett, Piano (2013)
- Lars Dolder, Guitar (2013)
- Thomas Worm, Bass (2013)
- Jake Buchanan, Drums (2014)
Alex Coeytaux and Jake Buchanan also earned Outstanding Soloist Awards.
The Cary Academy Upper School Jazz Combo performs Take Five at the Elon University Jazz Festival, 2-18-11. Soloists: Alex Coeytaux, Alto Sax, and Lars Dolder, Guitar.
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