Wed Oct 19 – Sean Lambert

This week, the spotlight is on Sean Lambert, a senior at Mission Bay High School and member of its jazz band, The Preservationists. He also attends the International Academy of Jazz San Diego. The band will be featuring: Eric Wesling on guitar Edward Gabrielyan on the keys John Martinez on the drums And Sean Lambert on woodwinds/vocals

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Marshall Hawkins – Guest Instructor

Gilbert's 11 am class was thrilled when Marshall Hawkins stop in to give them a few pointers.  Mr. Hawkins runs the jazz program at the Idyllwild Arts Academy and was in town to attend an IAJSD board meeting. Mr. Hawkins in a living legend.  He was Miles Davis's bass player back in the day.  He teaches the kids with such depth and clarity.  His jazz lectures often touch on deeply spiritual issues.  He is a treasure and we are so blessed to have him as a mentor and board member. Brenda Greggio, the combo's piano player, wanted to express how

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