Essentially Ellington

Congratulations to the 2024 winners!

Newark Academy

Directed by Julius Tolentino and 1st place in the competition, the Newark Academy band from Livingston, NJ, performs at the Rose Theater on Saturday, May 11, 2024. New York.

Osceola County School for the Arts

Directed by Jason Anderson and 2nd place in the competition, the Osceola County School for the Arts band from Kissimmee, FL, performs at the Rose Theater on Saturday, May 11, 2024. New York.

Agoura High School

Directed by Chad Bloom and 3rd place in the competition, the Agoura High School band from Agoura Hills, CA, performs at the Rose Theater on Saturday, May 11, 2024. New York.

BEHIND THE SCENES & COMPETITION HIGHLIGHTS

ESSENTIALLY ELLINGTON GALLERY

Spotlight Performance: Ori Moore’s ‘Fallin’

During the prestigious Essentially Ellington competition, the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra (JLCO) delivered a stunning performance of ‘Fallin”, a composition by Ori Moore. Ori, hailing from the Triangle Youth Jazz Ensemble in Raleigh, North Carolina, has been recognized as the 2024 winner of the 12th Annual Dr. J. Douglas White Essentially Ellington Student Composition and Arranging Contest.

This accolade not only highlights Ori’s exceptional talent but also underscores the importance of nurturing young musicians. ‘Fallin” captivated the audience with its intricate melodies and compelling rhythms, showcasing the future of jazz through the hands of emerging artists like Ori Moore.