Information
Type
Jazz Ensemble
Level
Post-primary
Entry requirements
New members are most welcome. Members must be of grade 4 standard or higher. Places are available for Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone (Alto, Tenor & Baritone), Guitar (must be able to read music), Bass, Keyboard and Drums.
Contact Details
Newry Office Admin
Music Centre
Newry Music Centre
The South Ulster Big Band rehearse on Wednesday evenings in Newry Music Centre. Directed by Peter Benson, students explore a wide repertoire of music from classic jazz standards to modern funk and rock. The Big band consists of senior pupils and gets various performance opportunities throughout the year including the senior OBE concerts and the Blues on the Bay festival in Warrenpoint.
Previous events for this group
In 2025/26 we were involved with
Pupils
21802
Ensembles
54
Schools
638
Tutors