Yes. Music reading is required. The level of the groups right now is from intermediate to advanced. As more classes are developed less proficient abilities can be accommodated, except for beginning instrumentalists. Those we can help find private instruction for.

We rehearse at The Forsberg Engerman Building at 3575 S. Sherman, Denver, CO (Corner of Sherman & Hampden)

Each group meets once a week. Combos meet for 1 or 1 1/2 hours, big bands for 1 1/2 hours. Future classes may meet 1 1/2 to 2 hours but only run for 6 to 8 weeks.

Yes to the first question. We try to have each group perform at least once every two months.

First, this happens to everyone. Each person, everyone in the big bands and rhythm players in the combos, are expected to get their own substitute from lists provided by the Workshop.

If you participate in a group the fee is $60 per month payable at the beginning of the month. If you participate in two groups the fee is $90, a savings of $30 a month. The 6 or 8 week classes between $150 and $175.

A: Yes. Two possibilities. (a) You can be on a sub list for your instrument(s). Our members are always looking for people to fill in for them when they are unable to attend a particular rehearsal or performance. And (b) There are also instances where we need someone to fill a chair until we can find a permanent replacement, what we call a semi-permanent sub.

Audition Process

1. Come to one or more rehearsals as an observer ONLY.
2. If you determine this is for you, which means you have the the musical ability necessary to keep up AND you can dedicate to attending rehearsals on a consistent basis, then contact Edd Nichols at 303-935-8866 or email: edd@eddnichols.com
3. Edd will interview you to discuss your musical background and your goals with the band.
4. If space is available, a playing audition will be set up with one of the bands. Upon approval from the director of the band you will be invited to join. If space is not available, you will be placed on a waiting list.