PMHS Jazz, Concert Bands Hold Winter Performance

From PMHS: The PMHS jazz and concert bands, led by Director Andrew Van Bochove, held their winter performances on Dec. 22. The jazz band played “Lullaby of Birdland” by George David Weiss and George Shearing, arranged by Rick Stitzel, “Take Five” by Paul Desmond, arranged by Rich DeRosa, “Take the ‘A’ Train” by Billy Strayhorn, arranged by Victor Lopez, “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch” by Albert Hague and Dr. Suess, arranged by Mike Story and “Route 66” by Bobby Troup, arranged by Mark Taylor. The concert band opened with “Flight of the Thunderbird” by Richard L. Saucedo, then played “The Great Locomotive Chase” by Robert W. Smith, “Blue Ridge Impressions” by Brian Balmages and “Sleigh Ride” by Leroy Anderson.

DZ2A9190.jpg: Ben Glickman solos on tenor saxophone during the PMHS Jazz Band performance on Dec. 22.

DZ2A9208.jpg: Alyssa-Lynn Catalanotto sings as John-Howard Bissell (right) plays bass during the PMHS Jazz Band performance on Dec. 22.

DZ2A9261.jpg: Sam Imperato (trumpet) and Ami Asokumar (saxophone) solo during the PMSH concert band performance. In front on flute are Jane Bryce and Katherine Hart.

Photos courtesy of PMHS, Image via Pixabay