Jazz Ensemble

Under the direction of Dr. Patrick Brown, the Jazz Ensemble is an auditioned “big band” of approximately 18 musicians. The group rehearses and performs throughout the year, with several events highlighting the schedule.

Each fall, the Jazz Ensemble opens the Town of Davidson’s Concerts on the Green with the Davidson College Symphony Orchestra in September and holds their first full concert during Family Weekend in late October, along with performing on the department’s Holiday Gla. In the spring, the Jazz Ensemble welcomes major guest artists to Davidson's campus for a three-day residency, culminating in thrilling performances in a packed Duke Family Performance Hall. The group also hosts a “Sing with the Jazz Ensemble” competition each spring, allowing student singers a chance to perform backed by the full big band ensemble in a crowd-favorite Live Thursday concert.

Over the past several years, the ensemble has performed with jazz artists Lauren Sevian, Scott Barnhart, Alexa Tarantino, John Patitucci, Steven Feifke, Bijon Watson, and Wycliffe Gordon.

Rehearsals

Rehearsals Tuesday & Thursday, 4:30-6:15 p.m., Sloan 200

If you have any questions or would like additional information, please contact Dr. Patrick Brown.