Eagleview Elementary School – VOCAL JAZZ I

Apr 2026 · 2nd Semester

Vocal Jazz Ensemble (“Northern Lights”) is a group composed of 14 to 20 voices that specializes in the performance of modern jazz and pop-style music. This course is designed for students who are capable of singing more difficult and challenging music. Emphasis will be placed on the development of close harmonic singing techniques, solo singing, improvised solo performance, jazz-style phrasing, microphone technique, and reading skills. Class activities will focus on preparation for performances and the development of individual musicianship. Northern Lights is one of the major performing ensembles of the school and participates in a number of concerts each year, including festivals, music clinics, school concerts, community concerts, and a wide variety of holiday performances. Audition by instructor in spring preceding enrollment. Counseling Notes: 1. Students enrolled in this class should be concurrently enrolled in Chamber Choir to attain basic musical skills (unless waived by the...