Overview
JAS Quintet is one of South Dakota’s premier jazz ensembles. Formed in 2012 and based in Sioux Falls, the ensemble continues to perform concert and festival dates throughout the region. JAS features the classic jazz quintet instrumentation of trumpet, saxophone, piano, bass and drums. Their repertoire is a diverse mix of old and new, featuring many original compositions and arrangements by members of the band. Touring extensively throughout South Dakota as a part of the SD Arts Council’s Touring Artist program, the JAS Quintet has established a reputation as one of the top jazz ensembles in the region. jasquintet.com
Joel Shotwell, saxophones | Jim Speirs, trumpet | Jeff Paul, piano | Andrew Reinartz, bass | Daniel Heier, drums