Wesley Jazz Ensemble

The Wesley Jazz Ensemble ("WJE") has evolved from the original Wesley Boy Scout Band which was started in 1996 by Wayne Adachi (then Scoutmaster for Troop 201). Over the past 8 years, the band's make up has changed from a variety of instrumentation, initially starting with a few strings to a sousaphone. Currently, the band is comprised of four horns (2 saxes and 2 brass), full rhythm section, and four vocalists. WJE has continued to perform at various community events (i.e., Nikkei Matsuri, Japantown Vibe Festival, Yu-Ai Kai, Sacred Heart Community Center), church-related functions (including Aki Matsuri, Hanging of the Greens, etal..), and senior citizens/nursing centers throughout the San Jose and Mid-Peninsula areas.

Most recently, WJE band performed in February 2004 at the Wesley Boy Scout Troop 201's Ten Year Celebration (aka: "Music, Music, Music"); there were approximately 200 people in attendance to celebrate this special occasion. Proceeds from this dance party will go to fund the Troop's activities.

WJE's music encompasses a variety of songs from the swing-era of the 40's, jazz standards, blues, Latin tunes, rock and roll to today's well-known popular hits, as we feature solos from all members. Our shows and performances have included surprise "wanna-be's" and impersonations of famous singers and vocal groups.