Central Academy BAND

Central Academy of Technology and Arts is home to over 800 high school students in Union County, North Carolina who have have chosen to focus their studies in one of six academies. The CATA band program is proud to offer students a traditional band experience within the academy setting complete with concert, marching and jazz ensembles that perform on a regular basis. The CATA band program is under the direction of Mr. Craig Retzlaff - craig.retzlaff@ucps.k12.nc.us

Jazz Band

The jazz ensemble consists of students who play saxophone, trumpet, trombone/baritone, tuba, drum set, keyboard, electric guitar, and electric bass. Jazz band is an extra curricular ensemble that meets after school from 3:45-5:00 twice a week beginning in November.

CATA's jazz band performs 3-4 times a year and is a fan favorite with CATA students! Information about jazz auditions will be posted on the website in October.

Students DO NOT need to be enrolled in Symphonic Band or Marching Band in order to participate in jazz band at CATA.

Jazz Resources:

Jazz 101: A Beginner's Guide Bb Blues Scales

Jamey Abersold
Jazz at Lincoln Center

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