Downey High School’s Jazz Band is preparing for their Jazz Band competitions around the country. Their first competition begins Friday, January 26th in Folsom, California, and leads to the big LPAA Folsom Jazz Festival. I spoke to a few students about their preparation and expectations this season. I wanted to know how they train leading up to the competitions and some advice they would give to others. I watched and stood astonished as Combo A practiced after school.