Jazz Ensembles

With entertaining and powerful performances, the Esperanza Jazz Ensembles are consistently recognized with top scores and awards in annual competitions and festivals for high school and college jazz bands in the region. 

Jazz I, II, & III Bands and Combos have been regular performers at the Western States Jazz Festival, the Irvine Jazz Festival, as well as the Fullerton College Jazz Festival. Come see the bands and combos at local festivals, school concerts and other venues throughout the year.

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Esperanza Jazz I

The Esperanza Jazz I Band has played at such prestigious events as Essentially Ellington Competition at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City, Charles Mingus High School Competition at Manhattan School of Music in New York City, Playboy Jazz Festival at the Hollywood Bowl, Monterey Jazz Festival in Monterey, Ca and the prestigious Reno Jazz Festival in Reno, Nevada!

Last Spring 2023, Jazz I was a Finalist at the First Annual Jazz Championships invitational in Folsom, Ca and placed Second among top bands from Northern and Southern California.

Sneak Peak this group’s 2023 Recordings LISTEN HERE

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Jazz Band Dress Code

Jazz I – Black Suit, Black Shirt, Red-Based Tie, Black Socks
Jazz II – Black Suit, White Shirt, Red-Based Tie, Black Socks
Jazz III – Black Suit, White Shirt, Black Tie, Black Socks

2022-2023 Jazz Ensemble Lineups