Come hear BC’s burgeoning young talent! Music education is an essential part of the jazz ecosystem, and this initiative showcases ten of the best high school jazz combos and big bands from Metro Vancouver and around the province. With great young players and dedicated educators stepping up to the Festival stage, it’s always a highlight of the Downtown Jazz weekend.

Saturday June 27 & Sunday June 28, Robson Square, Ice Rink Level.

Saturday, June 27

1pm – Burnett Senior Jazz Ensemble
2:15pm – Sarah McLachlan School of Music Jazz Combo
3:30pm – VSO School of Music Jazz Combo
4:45pm – Wellington Multi School Jazz Combo
6pm – Capilano University Jazz Combo

Sunday, June 28

1pm – Holy Cross Senior Jazz Ensemble
2:15pm – Gladstone Senior Jazz Ensemble
3:30pm – Magee Senior Jazz Ensemble
4:45pm – McNair Senior Jazz Ensemble
6pm – Semiahmoo Jazz Mailers