Marmion-Rosary Jazz Combo takes 2nd at North Shore Jazz Festival

The Marmion-Rosary Jazz Combo received a Class A second-place trophy and a first division rating with a score of 139 points at the North Shore Jazz Festival. The festival took place Jan. 23 at Glenbrook South High School in Glenview.

The Jazz Ensemble came in fourth place in the Class A competition.

Jazz bands from 34 senior high schools and 13 junior high schools competed in the 39th annual event. Members of the Jazz Combo are Lukas McDonald of Batavia, Edison Hurh of St. Charles, Keith Mokry of Somonauk, Ben Rydecki of Somonauk, Ryan Thornton of St. Charles, Phillip Grant Swanson of Batavia, Matt Lagman of Oswego, Harrison Kearby of Aurora, and Sam Kluber of Batavia.

The Marmion-Rosary Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Combo are available to students from Marmion Academy and Rosary High School, under the direction of Stephen Thurlow. The program is dedicated to developing the highest standards of musical excellence and inspiring the band's members to lead. For more information, visit marmion.org.