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BYU's Jazz Ensemble presents concert Dec. 8

The Brigham Young University School of Music presents the Jazz Ensemble under the direction of Mark Ammons in concert Wednesday, Dec. 8 at 7:30 p.m. in the Madsen Recital Hall.

Admission is free and open to the public.

The Jazz Ensemble will play a variety of popular pieces including "I Got Rhythm" by George Gershwin, "The Umpire Strikes Back" by Matt Catingub and "In a Sentimental Mood" by Duke Ellington.

Courtney and the Guys Combo will also perform during the concert. Members of this jazz group include Courtney Hohl, Brandon Farmer, David Kjar, Jared Morris, Chris Nuttal, Zach Van Wagoner and Jared Collette.

The Jazz Ensemble helps train up-and-coming jazz musicians, said Ammons. "The ensemble provides the necessary training to help serious jazz performers to enhance their talent."

For more information contact Mark Ammons at (801) 422-4824.

Writer: Rebekah Hanson

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