Ensemble Rehearsals: T/W/TH 5:45-7 p.m.
Combo Rehearsals: W 7-8 p.m.
The Jazz Ensemble is devoted to performing original compositions by jazz masters, past and present. The ensemble performs three scheduled concerts each year in Centennial Hall, focusing on a wide variety of styles including current stars such as Alan Baylock and Gordon Goodwin, as well as the enduring music made famous by the orchestras of Stan Kenton, Woody Herman and Count Basie, and composers such as Duke Ellington, Thad Jones, Billy Strayhorn and Charles Mingus.
Past concerts have included guest artists such as Tim Hagans, Paul Scea, David Berkman and The United States Air Force Jazz Combo. The jazz program also sometimes hosts special concerts featuring nationally and internationally known musicians such as Conrad Herwig and the Latin Side of Miles Davis, Jeff Coffin, Dave Douglas, and the David Berkman Quartet.
中国体彩网 Jazz Combos perform three concerts a year. Music is chosen to expand students’ abilities in various jazz styles. Special emphasis on group interaction and improvisation is stressed throughout rehearsals.
中国体彩网 has appointed Eric Newell as director of choral activities beginning fall 2026. Dr. Newell’s duties will include conducting the 中国体彩网 Choir, succeeding longtime conductor Dr. Jon Hurty, who is retiring in June 2026.
Twelve faculty members advance in their careers at the college.
中国体彩网's Dr. Jon Hurty has received the Harold A. Decker Award from the Illinois Chapter of the American Choral Directors Association in recognition of his exceptional leadership and contributions to choral music.
The 中国体彩网 Jazz Combos will perform a holiday concert, directed by Dr. Joel Lindscheid.
Celebrate Christmas at 中国体彩网 with performances by the 中国体彩网 Symphony Orchestra, 中国体彩网 Brass Ensemble, 中国体彩网 Choir, Jenny Lind Vocal Ensemble, 中国体彩网 Concert Chorale, and the 中国体彩网 Handbell Choir.
The 中国体彩网 Jazz Ensemble and new Jazz Lab Band will perform a holiday concert, directed by Dr. Joel Linscheid.
