Join us Sunday, May 6, 2018 for performances by the Samohi Jazz Bands, with Special Guest Artist Eric Marienthal. Doors Open at 12:00 noon. Performance at 1:00 pm. VENUE: The Catalina Jazz Club 6725 West Sunset Blvd, Hollywood, CA One block eat of Highland / Entrance on McCadden Place Make your reservations today! (323) 466-2210 reservations@catalinajazzclub.com … Continue reading May 6 Jazz Concert at The Catalina Jazz Club
January 21st Samohi Jazz Bands at Barnum Hall
The Samohi Jazz Bands - Jazz 1, Jazz 2, and Jazz Combos - will perform Sunday, January 21st from 4:00-6:00 pm Barnum Hall 600 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica CLICK HERE to purchase advance tickets online. This concert will include a performance with guest artist Bernie Dresel. Bernie Dresel has been one of the busiest studio … Continue reading January 21st Samohi Jazz Bands at Barnum Hall
Band Parent Meeting January 9, 2018
We welcome all parents/guardians of current Samohi Band students to join us for a recap of Fall 2017 events and information about 2018 concerts and fundraisers. This is for parents of students enrolled in any of our classes - Concert, Marching, or Jazz Band. We hope to see you there! Samohi Band Parents Association Meeting … Continue reading Band Parent Meeting January 9, 2018
Barnes & Noble Bookfair Dec. 9-10
Join us Saturday, December 9 and Sunday, December 10 at Barnes & Noble on the 3rd Street Promenade in Santa Monica. Wind, brass, and percussion ensembles will perform. When you present a voucher or bookfair flyer, Barnes & Noble will contribute a portion of the sale to the Samohi Band program! STUDENTS - Sign up … Continue reading Barnes & Noble Bookfair Dec. 9-10
Airmen of Note 2017
Great news! During the school day on Tuesday, September 26th, all Samohi concert band students will have the opportunity to attend a clinic & performance by the Airmen of Note, the premier jazz ensemble of the United States Air Force. Band Directors Kevin McKeown & Terry Sakow have submitted permission slips for concert band students who … Continue reading Airmen of Note 2017
Why Donate to the Bands?
Stuff and Staff:In Santa Monica, we are fortunate to have a school district that supports the arts. At the high school level, SMMUSD provides funding for two full time Band directors, partial funding for Color Guard instruction, and a small stipend for Instructional Aide in Band classrooms for a few hours per week. The Samohi … Continue reading Why Donate to the Bands?
Band Homework – Register Now!
A message from Band Parent Association President Richard Krop: Welcome to the 2017-2018 Samohi Bands! Dear Samohi Band Musicians and Families, Welcome to the Samohi Band 2017-18 season. The and Parents Association and the Band Directors Kevin McKeown and Terry Sakow are looking forward to sharing amazing performances with Band families & friends in the … Continue reading Band Homework – Register Now!
2017 Jazz Band Audition Requirements
Auditions for 2017-18 Jazz Bands will be held in the Samohi Band Room on Wednesday, August 30, from 3:30 – 5:30 pm. Click here for Audition Requirements