New jazz band announces first concert date

The newly formed Brockport Community Jazz Band announced its premier concert on April 28, at Brockport Central's Oliver Middle School. This first performance of the group is free to the public and begins at 7 p.m.

The band, which formed in January, has become a cohesive group. This adult group has members from all walks of life and range in age from 19 and up. Members experience includes professional musicians, music teachers and those that just want to continue playing their instruments.

The band, under the direction of Neil Hartwick, Brockport Central School's former High School Band Director, performs a wide range of music including blues, jazz and swing.

Questions can be forwarded to the band's founder and member, Lori Bryant. She can be reached at 637-7565 or emailed at lbtrumpet404@aol.com