Oberlin Jazz Ensemble

Composed of jazz as well as classical performance majors, the ensemble is a component in a four-year curriculum in jazz studies, leading to a bachelor of music degree with a concentration in performance, composition, or both.

History

Wendell Logan, Professor of African-American Music and Chair of the Oberlin Jazz Studies Program, founded the Oberlin Jazz Ensemble in 1973.

External links

• Wendell Logan

The ensemble is part of the Oberlin Conservatory of Music.

In the Fall Semester of 2009, The ensemble has 25 members.

Saxophones: Tim Bennett, alto; Johnny Cochran, Jr., Tenor; Yvonne Lin, Tenor; Alex Cummings, alto; Danny Kamins, Baritone;

Trumpets: Keith Yoder, Aaron Janik, Will Miller, Gabe Pollack, Will Rubenstein, Mark McKee

Trombones: Baron Arnold, Terence Hsieh Zack Land Grace Lu

Rhythm Section: Ian McArdle, piano; Jacob Baron, piano; Matt Adomeit, bass; Jack Hill, bass; Steve Yackey, guitar; Alex Cohen, guitar; Pete Manheim, drums; Tom Stephens, drums; Max Feldschuh, vibes;

Vocals: Joanna Lemle