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Grand Haven High School Big Band Jazz | Ep. 303

26m 46s

Led by their charismatic director, Iain Novoselich, the top musicians at Grand Haven High School rehearse each week day at the crack of dawn to prepare for the upcoming State Jazz Festival. Includes a performance of "Manteca" by Dizzy Gillespie, recorded in WKAR Studio A at Michigan State University. Hosted by WKAR's Peter Whorf.

Aired: 03/25/17
Forte is supported in part by
Worthington Family Foundation Marshall Music MSU Federal Credit Union Jackson Community Foundation
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