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Berkeley High JAZZ

Welcome to Berkeley High Jazz! We are a vibrant music program that fosters creativity, community, cultural understanding, respect, and career preparation through the study of jazz.

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About Us

BHS Jazz is a premier jazz program for students at Berkeley High School in Berkeley, California.

Bands

BHS Jazz consists of five vibrant jazz bands who hone their skills every day at school, and play at venues across the Bay — and beyond. 

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Auditions

We welcome musicians who are committed to learning the craft of jazz. Discover how you can play with the Berkeley Jazz Band. 

Next auditions are April 13 and 20!

Support Us

There are so many ways to support BHS Jazz. Whether you choose to donate your time, expertise, or funds, your invaluable support directly helps our students experience the joy and fulfillment of a jazz music education that will benefit them for life. 

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In Memory: Dominic Hernandez

We are heartbroken by the recent loss of our beloved friend, student, and bandmate, Dominic Hernandez.

 

Dominic embodied everything that we hold most dear about BHS Jazz. He loved music passionately. He was the Jazz Ensemble’s beautiful lead trumpet player who led the band with a huge, golden sound and perfect jazz phrasing. He was an exciting soloist whose playing referenced the jazz greats, but was also all his own. Dominic was a leader who made everyone around him sound better, and offered kindness and support to all of us. Dominic’s dedication to goodness was also evidenced in his work for social justice – he served on BHS Jazz’s Equity and Inclusion Committee, and worked tirelessly mentoring younger music students.

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Dominic had a goofy sense of humor, and his smile could light up any room. He was deeply intelligent, and a strategic problem solver. He was unfailingly kind, friendly, and generous. He was a loving son to his wonderful parents, Christina and Jaime, and a great older brother to Nicolas, who is a beloved BHS Jazz bassist.  

Dominic came every day to eat lunch with his jazz friends in front of our music portable. 

Dominic, we miss you so much!  We will never forget you…

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