Denver
Jazz Band
 David Halterman started the Jazz Group in the summer of 2002. "I had just finished a post-graduate Certificate in Jazz Studies at Denver's Lamont School of Music. That was a very practical program which was basically a 2-year-long version of what one might find in a Summer intensive like Aebersold's Jazz Improvisation workshops (which I have attended several times): theory, ensemble playing, private and semi-private instruction from internationasl-calibre players, performance opportunites, etc. I wanted to continue my professional development, and was realizing the importance of replicating those experiences and trying to surround myself with the best players possible. "
David is a graduate of The University of Denver's Lamont School of Music and has studied with such jazz luminaries as Eric Gunnison, David Hazeltine, Steve Allee, Andy LaVerne, Phil DeGreg, Todd Hildreth and Chris Fitzgerald.
The Denver Jazz Band members continue to perform regularly with other working bands, at local jazz clubs and a variety of private and public entertainment venues in the Denver area. The quartet fills the players' desire and need for artistic development away from the bandstand; provides an opportunity to work on stuff that probably couldn't be called on a typical 'pick-up band' gig; and even experienced players appreciate an opportunity to “woodshed” a tune that didn't go as well as it could have with another band last week . . . The result is a classic jazz quartet dedicated to standards and contemporary jazz with a polished, professional sound. Your guests and clients will hear and appreciate the difference!
Jazz
Quartet
/Trio /Duo
 Chuck Schneider is the featured saxophone (tenor and soprano) and clarinetist (soprano and bass clarinet) with our group. Also a graduate of D.U’s Lamont School of Music, Schneider is a virtuoso in jazz, classical, and popular music. A "first call" player for many of Denver top bandleaders, he divides his time between playing club dates and casuals, studio recording, and private teaching.
As a Saxophonist|Clarinetist, Chuck has backed up many acts such as Debbie Reynolds, Mel Torme and Nancy Wilson to name a few. Chuck played in the warm-up band to Stan Getz on a west coast tour in the late 70's, and has served as saxophone clinician at several Clark Terry Summer Jazz Camps. He has taught at the University of Colorado at Denver as combo director and jazz theory and improvisation instructor. Presently, Chuck carries a sizable studio of private students, and freelances in the Denver area.
 Dean Ross, bass. After graduating from CU with a degree in music, Ross played with the New Orleans Symphony and the Army Field Band. Widely known as one of Colorado's finest jazz bassists, a regular at Dazzle's Jazz Club, Dean is in demand throughout the year for a variety of ensembles.
 Tony Pantelis, drums. A graduate of the UCD music program, Pantelis has performed with such local notables as the Pan Jumbies and the Hot Tomatoes, and at theatre productions at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts complex. He has been on the local jazz scene for 28 years, and appears with local and regional jazz and blues groups year round.
 Lynn Schneider, vocals. Lynn began her vocal career in Denver, singing country western music. After winning an amateur singing contest, she was featured on a local TV show at the age of 17. She went on to perform nationwide with the dance/show group "Crystal Blu" on the "Holiday Inn" and club circuit, including an extended engagement at the Playboy Club in New Jersey. While in Los Angeles, Lynn was winner of the popular "Gong Show" in Hollywood, singing with an acappella trio. Lynn has since been a freelance singer in the Denver area, performing at many society events and opening for Bob Newhart at the Paramount Theatre. She has won numerous songwriting contests, co-authoring songs with her husband, Chuck Schneider.
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