Jazz Articles about The San Diego Youth Swing Band

The San Diego Youth Swing Band: Bein' Green

by Jack Bowers
March 1, 2000

What will it take to ensure the future of big–band Jazz in this country? When all is said and done, the issue really boils down to those time–honored standbys, dedication and hard work (a little foresight doesn’t hurt either). First, of course, those who are in a position to do so must see to it that young people are exposed to big–band music as early as possible, thus increasing the chances that they’ll become drawn to its orbit; next, they ...