TORONTO, March 27, 1998 -- York University's Music Department celebrates end of term in time-honoured fashion with three evenings of jazz, showcasing faculty and student artists, April 7 to 9.

On Tues. April 7 the Jazz Orchestra, directed by David Mott, shares the spotlight with the Jazz Choir under the direction of Bob Hamper.

Jaxx faculty take centre stage on Wed. April 8. John Gittins (piano), Don Thompson (bass) and Barry Elmes (drums) are featured in the first set. Thompson and Elmes return for the second set, joined by Mark Eisenman (piano), Mike Murley (sax) and Mike Malone (trumpet).

The grand finale, on Thurs. April 9, is the Jazz Bash, when all the jazz combos come together for a dynamic jam session. Ensemble directors are Phil Dwyer, Mark Eisenman, Barry Elmes, Frank Falco, Bobby Fenton, Al Henderson, Lorne Lofsky, Terry Promane, Mike Malone, Mike Murley and Don Thompson.

The concerts on April 7 and 8 run from 8:00 to 10:30 p.m. The Jazz Bash on April 9 kicks off at 5 p.m. and goes till midnight. The shows take place in the relaxed club atmosphere of the Junior Common Room, 014 McLaughlin College at York University, 4700 Keele St. at Steeles Ave. Admission is free. Refreshments and cash bar available. For more information call 736-5186.

Contact:
Brigitte Kleer
Public Relations, Faculty of Fine Arts
tel. 736-2100, ext. 77143
email: bkleer@yorku.ca