The CJC Big Band
For more than 20 years, this volunteer big band has been playing a wide range of jazz music and big band classics. Weekly rehearsals prepare the band for their monthly concerts held on the third Sunday of every month at Frankin Junior High (room 148) at 48th & Franklin in Des Moines. (Please check website for any location changes as the band has been performing at selected retirement communities from time to time). Java Joe’s in downtown Des Moines.
The band plays everything from Count Basie to Stan Kenton and new and original music. They also share the stage with guest soloists. If you’re fan of big band jazz, these free monthly concerts are a must see!
The band plays everything from Count Basie to Stan Kenton and new and original music. They also share the stage with guest soloists. If you’re fan of big band jazz, these free monthly concerts are a must see!
Concerts Details:
- Concerts are held at New Hope United Methodist Church
- 4525 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
- 2:00 - 4:00 PM on Sundays
- 3rd Sunday of the Month from September through May
- Free to Attend
Meet the Band
Trumpets
Trombones
Recordings
V/R
- Jason Kirke
- Doug Bown
- Jim Beckwith
- Rob Graziano
- Jonah Tibbits
Trombones
- John Kendeigh
- Justin Williams
- David Boyer
- Bob McElderry
- Steve Ramsey
Recordings
- Jonah Tibbits
V/R
- Jonah Tibbits
Saxophones
Rhythm
- Zack Valentine
- Julie Murphy
- Thomas Sparks
- Steve Britt
- Jessica Rehmann
- Bob Start
Rhythm
- Ben Sanders - Piano
- Bob Stinson - Guitar
- Don Salting - Guitar
- Bryce Stevenson - Bass
- Kevin Walsh - Drums
