‘Jazz Extravaganza’ concert in Carson City Feb. 20

The Mile High Jazz Band and four youth jazz bands will present in the 20th annual Jazz Extravaganza concert on Tuesday, Feb. 20 at 7 p.m. in the Bob Boldrick Theater at the Carson City Community Center, 851 E. William St.

Performing this year are two bands from Carson High School directed by Nick Jacques, the Carson Middle School Jazz Band directed by Stephanie Van Orman, and the Reno Youth Jazz Orchestra directed by Vern Scarbrough. The extravaganza will also feature vocalist Jakki Ford.

Announcer is Tim Young, executive director of the Reno Jazz Orchestra. Pre-concert entertainment will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the lobby. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door. Youth ages 18 and under are free.

Tickets can be purchased online at www.MileHighJazz.com or at the door. Proceeds will go to student music programs.

For information, call 775-883-4154 or visit www.MileHighJazz.com.