The Elegance of Jazz Gala hosted by the Sam Rayburn Band Booster Organization will be held March 23 at the Pasadena Convention Center. The doors will open at 6 p.m. and the dance will begin at 7 p.m.  Music will be provided by The 225 Big Band.  The 225 Big Band is a band comprised of students, faculty, and alumni of the Pasadena Independent School District.  Tickets will be available at the Pasadena Convention Center the night of the Gala for $20.  If anyone has any questions regarding the Gala, they can contact Jeff Embrey at 713-477-3601 ext. 1549, or by e-mail at jembrey@pasadenaisd.org.