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Important Dates

Feb 14 Winter Jazz Concert
April 27 Solo/Ensemble Contest
May 12 - Spring Jazz Concert with FMS Jazz Bands and Derek Brown!

E-Mail Mr. Fogderud
Pictured above: 2013-14 BHS Jazz Ensemble I at Bemidji State University Jazz Fest

Jazz Students - CLICK HERE  for Practice Backing Tracks

Jazz Students - Click Here for Artist of the Week Assignment

Jazz Ensemble I

BHS Jazz Ensemble I is an Early Bird Class and is open to students grade 10 – 12. This ensemble with standard big-band instrumentation meets everyday at 7:00am and focuses on individual and ensemble jazz technique, jazz theory, jazz history and improvisation.  The band has several performances throughout the year including one in early fall, ensemble contest in February, winter and spring concerts. Jazz Ensemble I also participates in regional jazz festivals including the Bemidji State University Jazz Fest and the nationally renowned University of Wisconsin Eau-Claire Jazz Festival and Competition.  Several students in this ensemble have been nominated for membership in the Central Lakes Conference All-Conference Jazz Ensembles which will perform on Oct. 28th in Sauk -Rapids / Rice High School. 

Jazz Ensemble II

BHS Jazz Ensemble II is an activity open to all 9-12 grade band students. The ensemble meets Tuesday and Thursdays from 3:35-4:15pm and focuses on individual and ensemble jazz technique, jazz theory, jazz history and improvisation.  The band has several performances throughout the year including a fall, winter and spring concert. Jazz Ensemble II is meant as a first and second year jazz experience and is open to all instruments. 

Jazz I - Remind

Jazz II - Remind

2014 Bemidji State Jazz Fest Photos

CLC All-Conference Jazz Photos

Jazz Ensemble I Recordings

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Brainerd High School
North Campus
702 South 5th Street
Brainerd, MN 56401
218-454-6200
Brainerd High School 
South Campus
400 Quince Street
Brainerd, MN 56401
218-454-5200
Forestview Middle School
12149 Knollwood Drive
Baxter, MN 56245
218-454-6000
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