We’re proud to announce that Jazz Band 1 has been chosen to perform at the Starbucks 28th annual Hot Java Cool Jazz concert March 28 at 7 p.m. at the Paramount Theatre. The concert supports local area high-school music programs. Roosevelt will be joined by Garfield, Mountlake Terrance, Mount Si, and Bothell high schools, with ticket sales going directly back to the high schools that perform in the show. Tickets will go on sale in late January 2025, and all Roosevelt Jazz student musicians will be offered complimentary tickets, courtesy of the booster club. Selection to perform at Hot Java Cool Jazz is a prized educational opportunity for an ensemble, as well as a fundraiser that benefits a school’s entire jazz education program. Each school is tasked with promoting the concert and selling a percentage of tickets. In return, a school can earn up to $20,000. Please consider joining the Hot Java Cool Jazz promotion team. For more information, visit our volunteer hub: |
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Alumni Reunion and Jam Dec. 22 from 5-7PM
Roosevelt Jazz alumni and families are invited to join current Roosevelt Jazz students, families, and directors (including Scott Brown) for an evening of jazz! There will be a current Roosevelt High School jazz combo and a jam session led by alumnus Alex Dugdale. Bring your instrument and join in or just enjoy reconnecting with old friends. Food and beverages available for purchase.
Roosevelt Jazz Reunion
Sunday, Dec. 22
5-7PM (doors open at 4PM)
Sheridan Market and Roadhouse (map)
15348 Bothell Way, NE, Lake Forest Park, WA
Roosevelt Jazz plays Earshot Nov. 3
Roosevelt Jazz Band 1 opens for the phenomenal Marina Albero, an award-winning, passionate composer, pianist, and Yusa, the internationally acclaimed Cuban bassist, singer and composer at two shows on Nov. 3.
Marina Albero featuring Yusa and Roosevelt Jazz Band 1
Sunday, Nov. 3 @2:30PM and @7:30 PM
Buy tickets here.
These shows are sold-out to the general public, but we have a limited number to share with our Roosevelt Jazz families and fans! Tickets are no longer available on the general Earshot website, but can still be purchased through this link. Students $13.20; adults $38.50.
Our student musicians have been putting in the hours! In addition to attending their daily jazz class, 12th-grade trumpet player Chloe Mai (pictured here) and her bandmates have been holding morning practices and meeting frequently for sectionals in preparation for Earshot and other performance commitments. We’re so grateful for their time spent in learning their craft. This effort is one reason why Roosevelt Jazz is synonymous with excellent entertainment!
Chloe took a few minutes after a calculus test to share with us her favorite Albero song, “Coraliu,” that she’s learning for the Earshot shows. “Marina Albero’s music is so brilliant and full of passion, so it’s easy to hear the message of the song reflected in the sweet melody,” Chloe said in email. “It has depth you wouldn’t expect, and overall a very enjoyable song to play.”
Join us for Fall Jazz Night on Nov. 6
Join us for Fall Jazz Night on Nov. 6th at Roosevelt High School. The first concert of the season features our vocalists and musicians from our four award-winning jazz ensembles. Please invite your family, friends, and neighbors!
Fall Jazz Night
Nov. 6 @730PM, Roosevelt High School Theatre
1410 NE 66th St., Seattle, WA 98115
Free.
Our students musicians, including from top left Walter Blake, Jack Blankley, Luca Chakravarti, and Ella Nakagawa, have been squeezing rehearsals in between challenging academic loads, sports and other music commitments, and more. This year’s stunning artwork depicting a chipmunk playing a trumpet beneath a harvest moon and at the foot of Mount Rainer was created by RHS student Clara Nickels. She received service hours for her work.
Vocal Jazz returns for 2024-2025!
Program Information and Audition Registration is now available.
Vocal Jazz will meet Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings under the direction of Ms. Rebecca Woodbury, sponsored by Roosevelt Jazz Boosters.
Thursday, September 5 – Optional Meet the Director & Info Session
All interested students are invited to the orchestra room at 7:30am to meet Ms. Woodbury, talk through the audition process, and get excited about the year ahead for vocal jazz. All returning and incoming students are encouraged to attend!