Calais Advertiser previews UMaine Jazz Ensemble’s Eastport concert
The Calais Advertiser previewed a concert by the University of Maine Jazz Ensemble to take place at the Eastport Arts Center at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 19. The ensemble consists of Philip Edelman, an assistant professor of music and music education; Dan Barrett, a lecturer in music, low brass and music theory; and 19 undergraduate musicians, most of whom have been playing their instruments since a young age, the article states. The ensemble will present a big band jazz performance including a wide range of instruments and songs, “a program that will run the gamut of the repertoire. From traditional swing charts to dance band ballads, and from classic jumps to funk, there is a little bit for everybody to enjoy,” said Edelman. The ensemble also will give a school concert and presentation on the various styles of jazz for band students from Eastport, Calais, Machias, Washington Academy and Alexander, followed by discussions with the students about technique and life as a college musician, The Calais Advertiser reported. “We strongly believe in the power of music and shared experience as a force for good in our community,” said Edelman. The visit is sponsored by the Maine Arts Commission and the Maine Humanities Council, according to the article.