Extravaganza Musicians

Extravaganza Musicians

These carefully selected musicians will inspire, challenge and equip you for the ministry ahead. Additional musicians will be added, so be sure to check back for updates. 

 
 


 

Jazz Ensemble Leader 

Jon A holding trumpet outdoorsJon Ailabouni

Jon Ailabouni (he/him) is a sought-after trumpeter, composer, and educator based in La Crosse, WI. With a background steeped in Western European classical and Black American jazz traditions, Jon's creative work prioritizes emotion and story as a focal point for groove, improvisation and composition. Ailabouni's improvisation as a soloist has been described as "sharp and resourceful" (AllAboutJazz.com). His 2023 album, You Are Not Alone, featuring nine of his original compositions has been presented at the Iowa City Jazz Festival and is available on Bandcamp and all streaming platforms.

Ailabouni is an emerging national leader at the intersection of jazz and liturgical traditions. He regularly serves as a guest worship director, bringing the sophistication and soulfulness of the jazz tradition into familiar hymns and liturgy in congregations, synod assemblies, and gatherings across the country. His approach to liturgy is both singable and moves the body while highlighting the sacred in the jazz tradition. Ailabouni has self-published over 50 arrangements of hymns available on his website, JonAilabouniMusic.com.
Ailabouni currently serves as an Assistant Teaching Professor at the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse.

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