Spartanburg Jazz Ensemble  
 

The Spartanburg Jazz Ensemble is made up of dedicated amateur musicians who play for the love of music. We occasionally have openings for new players. If you are a good amateur player with an interest in jazz, feel free to contact us about any current openings that may exist. Rehearsals are held on Sunday evenings from 7 - 9 at the USC-Upstate Performing Arts building.

Here are the current members of the band:

Leader - Vern Weygandt

Saxes

Pat Myers - 1st Alto

Mike Criss - 2nd Alto

Dave Johnson - 1st Tenor

Dresden Foster - 2nd Tenor

Jim Lockery - Baritone Sax

The Bullpen - Tank Davis, Butch Tarbutton

Trombones

Rick Jolley

Mike Miller

Westin Olencki

Doug Scarborough

Trumpets

Steven Kyriakides - Lead

Arnie Diaz - 2nd

Bill Cobb - 3rd

Kyle Thompson - 4th

Rhythm

Tim Blackwell/Strib Gooch - Drums

Joe DiPrima - Guitar and Bass

Josh Tennant - Bass

John Moody - Piano

Vocals

Lamar Holt