Member Organization
The Offbeats Vocal Jazz Ensemble
220 30th Ave East
Seattle, WA 98112
A basic audition required. Previous experience, basic sight reading, jazz appreciation desirable.
scholarships available to members
7:00-9:30pm
Description
The Offbeats Vocal Jazz Ensemble is a 16-member group of men and women who perform high-caliber vocal jazz featuring music and arrangements written for up to eight parts with the aim to connect us all and make us groove together. With internationally acclaimed Seattle jazz vocalist Kelley Johnson as musical director, the group strives towards excellence in musicality and performance. Accompanied by Seattle’s top jazz musicians, the Offbeats perform with a professional rhythm section led by accomplished jazz pianist, John Hansen. While the primary focus is ensemble singing, small group and solo opportunities are an integral part of the Offbeats experience. The Offbeats perform at a variety of area jazz clubs, neighborhood concert hall, live theaters, retirement homes, community events and local jazz festivals.
The Offbeats is a member of Seattle Glee Clubs, a community-based music organization that is committed to providing adult amateur singers with choral experiences that are rich, rewarding and fun. We are also dedicated to sharing our music with our audiences to deepen their appreciation of the music we perform, and to demonstrate the joyous and important role music can play, even in the lives of busy adults. Even during the pandemic, we have found ways to stick together in community to make music online and keep growing together.
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