ROCKPORT – (Videos) Rockport High School’s Jazz Ensembles I & II, under the direction of Anthony Covelli, were treated to some in-house music instruction Wednesday from members of the Beantown Swing Orchestra, led by directof Frank Hsieh. Both groups will be featured in an upcoming concert at the Shalin-Liu Performance Center in Rockport on February 8.
Rockport High School director Anthony Covelli explains the relationship between the Beantown Swing Orchestra
and the high school’s jazz ensembles
Rockport lead musicians explain their roles
Rockport High School senior Kiva Trumbour is a feature vocalist with the Beantown Swing Orchestra
Founder and director Frank Hsieh of the Beantown Swing Orchestra
Beantown Swing at Rockport High School
Wednesday, February 8, 7 PM
Beantown Swing Orchestra
Presented by Education & Outreach program at Shalin-Liu
The 18-piece big band performs music of the swing era with its characteristic and infectious swing beat, as well as Sinatra classics. The Orchestra’s mission is to bring big band music back into the mainstream for future generations to enjoy. The orchestra features many young and notable vocalists. The concert will include a local student quintet and vocalist in the program.
