Below is a list of events for BHS and ASI Jazz Bands as of February 25, 2026. Please check this page and the BHS Band Calendar or ASI Band Calendar regularly for updates and details. Recent changes are in bold.
2025-2026
ASI Jazz B
FMCMEA Jazz Audition. Wednesday, April 29, 2026. After School. BHS.
BEC Spring Jazz Concert. Thursday, May 7, 2026. 6:30PM. BHS Outdoor Theater.
ASI Jazz A
Central Coast Jazz Festival. Sat., March 14, 2026. Cuesta College. San Luis Obispo, CA.
Fresno City College Jazz Festival. Friday, March 27, 2026. Fresno City College.
Century Carnival. Friday, April 17, 2026. 3:15pm-8:00pm. Dry Creek Elementary.
FMCMEA Jazz Audition. Wednesday, April 29, 2026. After School. BHS.
BHS Jazz Auditions. Friday, May 1, 2025. After School. BHS. 8th Grade Students Only.
Click here to sign up for an audition by Friday, April 10.
BEC Spring Jazz Concert. Thursday, May 7, 2026. 6:30PM. BHS Outdoor Theater.
BHS Jazz B
Fresno City College Jazz Festival. Thursday, March 26, 2026. Fresno City College.
FMCMEA Jazz Audition. Wednesday, April 29, 2026. After School. BHS.
BHS Jazz Auditions. Friday, May 1, 2025. After School. BHS.
Click here to sign up for an audition by Friday, April 10.
BEC Spring Jazz Concert. Thursday, May 7, 2026. 6:30PM. BHS Outdoor Theater.
BHS Jazz A
Fresno City College Jazz Festival. Thursday, March 26, 2026. Fresno City College.
FMCMEA Jazz Audition. Wednesday, April 29, 2026. After School. BHS.
BHS Jazz Auditions. Friday, May 1, 2025. After School. BHS.
Click here to sign up for an audition by Friday, April 10.
Recording Session (rhythm section only). Saturday, May 2, 2026. 9:00AM-3:00PM. Clovis Community College.
Recording Session (horns). Saturday, May 9, 2026. 9:00AM-3:00PM. Clovis Community College.
Recording Session (solos and overdubs). Saturday, May 16, 2026. 9:00AM-3:00PM. Clovis Community College.
BEC Spring Jazz Concert. Thursday, May 7, 2026. 6:30PM. BHS Outdoor Theater.
BHS Graduation. Wednesday, June 3, 2026. 6:00PM. Veterans Memorial Stadium.
BHS Jazz Combo
Elementary School Visit. Early March TBA.
Bear Stage Live. Saturday, March 7, 2026. Time TBA.
CSF Award Ceremony. Monday, March 16, 2026. 6:30PM. Veterans Memorial District.
SUGGESTED RESOURCES
iReal Pro is a highly recommended resource for all jazz students. The software is available for iPhone/iPad, Android, and Mac devices.
Tonal Energy is a great tool for all musicians. It includes a tuner, metronome, drones, and more. The software is available for iPhone/iPad, Android, and Mac devices.
Drum Genius is extremely useful for jazz drummers as a style library and practice tool. It is also fun for horn players to use in place of a metronome when appropriate.
Musictheory.net is the go-to music theory resource with lessons, trainers, and tools. Most functions are free, but a paid enhanced version is also available.
JazzFresno is a private non-profit 501(c)3 organization with a mission to promote jazz in the Central San Joaquin Valley by building community through education and performance. The JazzFresno calendar is a great way to stay informed of jazz events in the area.
