Olin Jazz Orchestra

Summary

Started in 2018, the Olin Jazz Orchestra (OJO) offers jazz afficionados opportunities to rehearse and perform with others who love classic and contemporary jazz. OJO is a club for students who want be a part of a big band at Olin.

Instruments

OJO usually plays with 3-4 trumpets; 3-4 trombones; a saxophone section with alto, tenor, and baritone saxes; a flute or two; and a rhythm section with drumset, electric/upright bass, sometimes a guitar, and piano. They have also played with vocalists.

Programs & Events

The band usually plays dedicated Winter and Spring concerts with an appearance at SLACfest too. OJO has also hosted a swing dance night through Student Government in the past.

Join

The usual process for joining is showing up! By the nature of Olin's small student population, OJO is always welcoming students interested in playing jazz. The Campus Center Jam Room is where OJO usually meets.

Spain

Spring 2019

Mixed by Kyle Emmi Summer 2021
Performed by OJO Spring 2019
Original song by Chick Corea

Everything in Its Right Place

Spring 2019

Mixed by Kyle Emmi Summer 2021
Performed by OJO Spring 2019
Original song by Radiohead

The Lady is a Tramp

Fall 2019

Mixed by Kyle Emmi Summer 2021
Performed by Gracey Wilson & OJO Fall 2019
Original song by Emma Fitzgerald