I`m a Fool for Jazz CSU, Chico Jazz X-Press

Dan Neece and the Enterprise High School Jazz Ensemble
Dan Neece has been the steadfast bandleader at Enterprise High School and
represents Norcal music as the Shasta Union High School District Music
Department Chairman. Enterprise High School is known for its outstanding
marching, jazz, and concert bands, which have been directed by Neece since
the 1980s. He also directs the Starship program, a pop-oriented music program,
which gives well-received performances throughout California. Neece has
traveled with his award-winning Enterprise groups extensively, mixing hard
work with some good old-fashioned fun in music. The Chico Jazz X-Press is
thrilled to share the stage with Neece and the fabulous Enterprise High School
Jazz Ensemble.
CSU, Chico’s Department of Music
and the School of the Arts present
I’m a Fool for Jazz
Guest Artist Grant Levin
Grant Levin lives in the Bay Area and is one busy pianist, working almost every
night of the week. Levin was formerly a member of the CSU, Chico Jazz Faculty,
teaching piano, music theory, and other related jazz courses. One of California’s
best jazz pianists, Levin is an artist with Beeswax Records and has worked with
major jazz figures such as Terence Blanchard, Bob Berg, Richard Stoltzman,
Paul Romaine, Mark Patterson, Ravi Coltrane, and many others. Levin’s recent
recording endeavors include his last release with Beeswax Records, Riego, and
his previous CD success, The Bust.
Guest Artist Michael Newman
Outstanding tenor saxophonist, woodwind specialist, and composer Michael
Newman currently resides and performs regularly in the Albany, New York
Capital District. An Arcata native, Newman is certainly no stranger to CSU,
Chico. He studied music here from 1993–97, leaving to tour extensively with
the popular swing band Blue Plate Special. After some significant road life,
Newman returned to CSU, Chico in 2002. In spring 2003 his senior recital
represented the school’s first all-jazz recital, making a broad impact and
setting a top-shelf standard of performance for future students pursuing jazz
studies. While in Chico, Newman played with countless professional groups,
encompassing almost every style of music. Those familiar with the Chico music
scene may recall his work with groups such as NewmanAmiYumi, Los Papi
Chulos, the Skyliners Big Band, Cornerstone, Blue Plate Special, and many
others. Newman has also performed extensively in the Los Angeles and Las
Vegas areas, as well as internationally in the United Kingdom. The Jazz X-Press
is thrilled to welcome Newman back to Chico.
Our students and programs benefit directly from the support of private donations.
If you are interested in learning how you can help, please call or email
Ann Prater, the College of Humanities and Fine Arts’ Development
Officer, at aprater@csuchico.edu or 530.898.4054.
CSU, Chico Jazz X-Press
Rocky Winslow, Conductor
Special Guest Artists
Michael Newman and Grant Levin
Also Featuring
The Enterprise High School Jazz Ensemble
Dan Neece, Conductor
April 2nd, 2011
Harlen Adams Theatre
2011
PROGR A M
Chico State Jazz X-Press
Directed by Rocky Winslow
Enterprise High School
Jazz Ensemble
Directed by Dan Neece
Works selected from the following:
The Jazz Calling........................................................................John Clayton
Faviana......................................................................................Don Menza
Rhythm of Our World...........................................................Arturo Sandoval
Woodwinds
Colby Walpole (Lead Alto)
Nicole Balkow (Alto)
Alex Vaughn (Tenor)
Anthonu Landis (Tenor)
Jerry Wakai (Tenor)
Gabe Varela (Baritone Sax)
Works selected from the following:
Caravan..................................................................Ellington / Tizol / Menza
This Bass Was Made for Walking...................................................Thad Jones
A Night in Tunisia.................................................Dizzy Gillespie / Mossman
Sky Dive...............................................................Freddie Hubbard / Sebesky
Gazing on the Mindless Expanse................................................Chip McNeil
Yesterdays........................................................Kern / Harbach / Bill Holman
I Could Write a Book.....................................................Rogers / Hart / Meader
Lament.......................................................................................J.J. Johnson
King fish....................................................................................Bill Holman
I Can’t Believe That You’re in Love With Me.............Gaskill / Mchugh / Meader
Live and Let Die.............................................................McCartney / Curnow
Bulgarian Bulge..............................................................................Don Ellis
Black Water...............................................................................Adam Ferris
Woodwinds
Geoffory Felver (Lead Alto)
Ruben Morales (Alto)
Alex ‘T.T.B.” Heath (Tenor)
Jeannine DellaBona (Tenor)
Gabe Sakuma (Baritone Sax)
Trumpet
Trevor Woodward (Lead)
Jaclyn Wright
Aman Cowell
Ali Gulick
Jacob Colbert
Trumpets
Christopher Navarrete (Lead)
Monica Long
Matt Mitchell
Brook Wolford
Trombone
Lucas Hawkly (Lead)
Chris Rameriz
Zeke Humphries
Bret Johnson
Trombones
Sam Graden (Lead)
Trevor Thompson
Alden Denny
Danny Galarneau
Rhythm Section
Abbie Huber (Piano)
Zach Gifford (Bass)
Derek Jenne (Guitar)
Kelly Cooper (Percussion/Vibes)
Khari Cowell (Percussion/Set)
Preston Faires (Percussion/Set)
Rhythm Section
Robert Delgardo (Percussion)
Nathan Furgason (Bass)
Kyle Woodrow (Bass)
Adam Ferris (Piano)
Megumi Ito (Piano)
Tyler TenBrock (Guitar)