The band backstage just before performing. |
The saxophone section getting set up for the gig. |
Hundreds of listeners gathered at the Young Lions stage. |
The South High School Jazz Ensemble performed for hundreds of audience members today at the 2012 Chicago Jazz Festival. Performing at the Young Lions stage, the ensemble played a broad program including Ellington, Basie, Rollins and much, much more. The performance ended with a rousing standing ovation from the patrons in attendance. The group represented District 99 and South High School with professional poise and sonic precision.