School jazz bands to take the stage

South Whidbey’s Middle and High School Jazz Bands are set to end the school year with a performance titled “Let’s Groove: Jazz Night” on May 28 at the Whidbey Island Center for the Arts. The bands, consisting of 20 middle schoolers and 20 high schoolers, will showcase contemporary pieces and classics from the Great American Songbook. The event will feature various instruments and improvised solos. The program has had a successful year, winning competitions and receiving recognition. South Whidbey's music program has a history of excellence, participating in national events like the Monterey Jazz Festival and Essentially Ellington Jazz Festival. The success is attributed to student dedication, family support, and community involvement.

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