GHHS JAZZ ENSEMBLE PERFORMING WITH THE PROS

Right before spring break this year, our GHHS Jazz Ensemble students had not one but two amazing opportunities to perform with amazing central Ohio professional jazz ​

talent. 

First, our students shared the stage with Vaughn Weister’s Famous Jazz Orchestra, a 22-piece powerhouse known for its massive sound and dedication to the big band tradition. Wesiter's group performs regularly at Boulevard Presbyterian in Grandview Heights, but it is rare for high schoolers to collaborate with a professional ensemble of this caliber. And it was an electric atmosphere!
 
The next night, the students capped off their annual residency with the Jazz Arts Group with a home concert featuring a legend of the Columbus jazz scene, Bobby Floyd on piano. Performing with Bobby Floyd is a true "bucket list" moment for any musician. Floyd is a world-renowned organist and pianist who has toured with the Count Basie Orchestra and Ray Charles, and his soulfulness and virtuosity are unmatched. Along with Floyd, Zach Compston (percussion) from JAG mentored and performed alongside our students. It was an opportunity they will not soon forget! 

Please enjoy a few photos below from both events, and join us in congratulating the GHHS Jazz Ensemble for these impressive collaborations!