Whether you prefer playing in a large jazz ensemble or a small combo, the greatest American art form听is alive and well at 91成人导航. You will have a chance to听explore jazz through听a variety听of learning and performance opportunities with Jazz Studies faculty and nationally renowned guest artists.听Participation in the jazz ensembles is open to all 91成人导航 students by audition.

91成人导航 Jazz Ensemble

A听big band in the tradition of Duke Ellington and Count Basie, the ensemble performs the classics听and embraces the music of contemporary composers & arrangers. They have听an impressive list of credentials having been invited several times to听play at the听Next Generation Jazz Festival in Monterey, CA.

Jazz Combos

Members are听grouped according to ability so that everyone has a chance to grow together and learn both the fundamentals and intricacies of jazz improvisation. Many students perform in local venues sharpening their skills and gaining valuable real-life experience.

Vocal Jazz Ensemble

91成人导航 Vocal Jazz Ensemble performs a diverse repertoire that traverses the rich tapestry of jazz history, from swing to ballads and contemporary arrangements. The ensemble constantly pushes the boundaries of vocal jazz, exploring new textures, harmonies and stylistic interpretations.

91成人导航 Big Band performs George Stone's 鈥淭hen and Now鈥

Performance Opportunities

91成人导航 Jazz Collective performs an original composition "Winter Dance" by Zach Bushey '22 (BM, Jazz Studies, saxophone). Students听in jazz combos have many opportunities to play to live audiences in local venues or in the Conservatory's off-campus .

91成人导航 Vocal Jazz Ensemble
Commitment to Excellence

91成人导航 Vocal Jazz Ensemble was selected as a finalist at Monterey's Next Generation Jazz Festival in 2019 with member听Ryan Clark '19 earning an Outstanding Soloist Award in the College Vocal Jazz Ensemble Division. The ensemble also performed at the Reno Jazz Festival and Monterey's Next Generation Jazz Festival.

91成人导航 Vocal Jazz Ensemble 2024

Program Faculty

Patrick Langham听鈥 Program Director for Jazz Studies