U.S. Navy Band 30th International Saxophone Symposium January 6, 2007

The International Saxophone Symposium will be presented Friday January 5 and Saturday January 6, 2007, at George Mason University Center for the Arts in Fairfax, Virginia. The United States Navy Band and special guest performers commemorate 30 years of Symposium history with clinics, masterclasses, vendor displays, recitals, and concerts. Founded by Master Chief Musician (retired) Dale Underwood, the Symposium continually educates and inspires saxophonists of all ages and ability levels. Musicians, educators, and the general public are encouraged to attend. All events are free with no tickets required.

International recording artist Chris Potter is seen by many critics, musicians, and fans as the finest saxophonist of his generation. The Chicago Tribune hailed him as “one of the most dynamic young players in jazz.” Potter joins the "Commodores" jazz ensemble for their Saturday 8 p.m. performance.

Clinics, recitals, masterclasses, and vendor displays get underway Saturday at 9 a.m. A complete schedule of events, Symposium history, artist bios, and much more information is available at www.navyband.navy.mil.

Official Website: http://www.navyband.navy.mil/saxophonesymposium.shtml