Gallery: Winter Jazz Band & Band Concert

By Alex Sajna, Emily Pollock, and Mason Sajna

December 6, 2022

On Thursday, December 1st, the jazz band and band had a holiday themed performance in the school auditorium, after about a month of practicing in and out of school. “I think it was probably our best rep yet and thats exactly what we were preparing for,” sophomore Russel Revare said, who plays the flute. “I think we all played well. It wasn’t perfect, but nothing ever is, and I’ll take our best rep of the year to be our most important.” There were twelve songs within the performance, and the performance lasted from 7-9pm. “The students all had a blast while playing, and the audience seemed to love it,” sophomore Max McMahon said, who plays the alto saxophone. “There were lots of fun solos in the jazz band, and the audience’s reactions [to the solos] were very enthusiastic… Plus, the ugly sweaters brought everything to the next level.”

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12.1.22 Band Concert

The band walks from the band room to the auditorium to watch the jazz band. Photo by Alex Sajna
Freshman Nash Ohlund plays the piano during the performance. Photo by Mason Sajna
Members of the band crack jokes before the concert starts. Photo by Emily Pollock
The crowd watches on as the Blue Nights jazz ensemble plays. Photo by Emily Pollock
Sophomore Madi Moorman jokes around with her band mates back stage at the concert while they wait to perform. Photo by Emily Pollock
Senior Sean Reed smiles as he turns the page of his music. Photo by Alex Sajna
Freshman Nash Ohlund walks off the stage as the Blue Notes jazz ensemble finishes their performance. Photo by Emily Pollock
Junior Davis Muther plays his trombone during the performance next to sophomore Will Shaw. Photo by Mason Sajna
Junior Davis Muther plays the trombone. “The trombone and low brass section has been the strongest it’s been in years,” Muther said. “And I’m proud of all the great work [we have] been doing.” Photo by Alex Sajna
The band cleans up after finishing their performance. Photo by Alex Sajna
Freshman Aiden Cox pushes a drum to the band room after the performance. Photo by Alex Sajna

A portion of A Chili Pepper Christmas, played by the jazz band.

Part of Toboggan, played by the band.

Part of Sleigh Ride, played by the band.

About the Contributors

Alex Sajna, Video Editor

Working on his third year on Harbinger staff, senior Alex Sajna is thrilled to lead the video team as a Video Editor and take pictures as a Photographer. Besides Harbinger, Alex runs cross country and track, takes AP classes and works part time. When he’s not in the J-room, you can find Alex working on his car, making up a cross country practice late at night, or hanging out with family and friends.

Emily Pollock, Photo Mentor

Senior Emily Pollock is going into her last year on The Harbinger as a photo mentor. She is excited to spend her senior year at deadlines, in the J-room and on many photo adventures. Outside of The Harbinger she’s involved in tennis, swimming, DECA and lacrosse. When she isn’t shooting, you can find her at Starbucks, Barnes and Noble or hanging with her friends. Emily cannot wait to see what the year brings on The Harbinger.

Mason Sajna, Video Editor

As a fourth year harbinger staffer, senior Mason Sajna is excited to be a leader on staff this year as a Video Editor, Photo Mentor and Equipment Manager. When he isn’t in the J room editing a video or trying to find some tripod piece, Mason is running as a varsity track and cross country runner and is in five AP classes. When things finally slow down, Mason likes to spend his free time with his friends or just hang out at home.