JAZZ AND POPULAR MUSIC.
Want to be in a band?
WE HAVE OPENINGS FOR SINGERS, WOODWINDS, BRASS, AND RHYTHM SECTION PLAYERS!!!
Email BANDS@OTTERBEIN.EDU to learn more!
WE HAVE OPENINGS FOR SINGERS, WOODWINDS, BRASS, AND RHYTHM SECTION PLAYERS!!!
Email BANDS@OTTERBEIN.EDU to learn more!
The Otterbein Jazz Ensemble (MUSC 4123) performs a blend of music from the history of the jazz ensemble as well as newer charts that explore a variety of contemporary styles. This ensemble performs in a variety of contexts, which include a concertized presentation as well as more informal off-campus shows. This is primarily an instrumental ensemble, but has featured vocalists in past performances.
The Jazz Ensemble is directed by Jordi Vilanova, and rehearses from 7-9pm on Tuesdays & Thursdays.
The Jazz Ensemble is directed by Jordi Vilanova, and rehearses from 7-9pm on Tuesdays & Thursdays.
The Anticipations (MUSC 4500) encompasses a wide range of popular music styles for vocalists and instrumentalists, blending aspects of Top 40, R&B, soul, rock and roll, jazz, and other genres based on the personnel and interests of the students. Past set lists have included songs by Aretha Franklin, the Foo Fighters, Carole King, Billie Eilish, the Beatles, and Heart. Students in this ensemble not only develop performance aspects, but also explore concepts of arranging, marketing, and live sound management.
The Anticipations is directed by Rachel Azbell, and rehearses from 530-630pm on Mondays.
The Anticipations is directed by Rachel Azbell, and rehearses from 530-630pm on Mondays.
The "Otterlee Delightful" Jazz Combo (MUSC 4500) combines elements of the larger jazz ensemble with the smaller structure of bebop jazz for vocalists and instrumentalists, often limiting its size to only 4 or 5 members. Repertoire will include selections from the small group jazz lexicon of Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Duke Ellington, Billie Holiday, and other artists. Students in this ensemble will have a dedicated focus on soloing and building improvisation skills.
"Otterlee Delightful" is directed by Tony Hagood, and meets from 2:40-4pm on Thursdays.
"Otterlee Delightful" is directed by Tony Hagood, and meets from 2:40-4pm on Thursdays.
All ensembles are open to all Otterbein students, however some may have auditions required.
Email BANDS@OTTERBEIN.EDU to learn more!
Email BANDS@OTTERBEIN.EDU to learn more!