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OSU JAZZ ENSEMBLE SETS WINTER CONCERT FOR MARCH 14

03-07-03

By Stefani McRae, 541-737-5592
SOURCE: OSU Music Department, 541-737-4061

CORVALLIS - The Oregon State University Jazz Ensemble will present a concert called "An Evening of Big Band Jazz" on Friday, March 14, at Oregon State University. The free public concert begins at 7 p.m. in OSU's Memorial Union Ballroom.

The concert will feature a variety of jazz styles. Some of the selections are "Big Dipper," composed by Thad Jones; and two pieces recorded by the Count Basie Orchestra - "Wind Machine" and "Basie-Straight Ahead."

The jazz band will premiere "Message To A Friend" and "I've Never Been In Love Before," both arranged by Erik Nelson, a member of the ensemble.

This year the ensemble is entirely student-run. It is directed by Ben Lawson, a senior in music education.

For more information, call 541-753-2356 or e-mail blawson@eudoramail.com.

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