Jazz Groups to Perform at Jefferson’s on March 25

The 18-piece Saint Mary’s University Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Combo I will perform a concert — free and open to the public — March 25 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Riverside Room, located at Jefferson Pub & Grill.

Both groups are directed by professor of music, Dr. John Paulson. Some of the selections to be performed include an new arrangement of the “007” James Bond theme by recent graduate and vibraphonist Jeremy Johnston; an arrangement of “Secret Love” featuring the trombone section; the Wayne Shorter tune “One by One” arranged by Mark Taylor; and a new arrangement of Gershwin’s “My Ship” by Dave Rivello featuring baritone saxophonist Benjamin Scott.

For reservations or further information, call Jefferson’s at 452-2718 or visit www.jeffersonpub.com or Dr. John Paulson at Ext. 1596 or www.paulsonjazz.com.

The Jazz Ensemble has been working on recording their first CD “Staycation” which students started recording during their February break — hence the title. Music technology students from Saint Mary’s are doing the recording under the supervision of engineer and SMU adjunct instructor Brett Huus, along with input from Dr. Paulson. They hope to release the CD at Family Weekend next September.

Watch for the formal spring concert to be presented by the Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Combo I Friday, April 16, at 7:30 p.m. in the Page Theatre on campus. This concert will feature Dr. Joseph Morgan soloing on trumpet and flugelhorn. For details go to www.pagetheatre.org or call Ext. 1715.