Jazz Ensembles

JazzCMU ensembles are open to all university students by audition.

Jazz Ensembles

Jazz has been a part of Central Michigan University since 1956, when the "Swingin' Chips" were organized. Students at CMU can participate in - Jazz Lab I, Jazz Central. Auditions for jazz bands generally take place the first week of classes.

Highlights in Jazz each year include:

  • A performance at the Ford International Montreux-Detroit Jazz Festival
  • Performances by all CMU jazz ensembles as part of the CMU/Phi Mu Alpha Jazz Weekend in Mid-February.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

Violin Studio Recital

Date: Sunday, November 22, 2009
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Location: Chamichian Hall
Price: This concert is free and open to the public.

Horn Studio

Date: Sunday, November 22, 2009
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Chamichian Hall
Price: This concert is free and open to the public.

Wind Symphony & Symphonic Wind Ensemble

Date: Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Time: 8:00 p.m.
Location: Staples Family Concert Hall
Price: This concert is free and open to the public.

Honors Recital

Date: Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Location: Staples Family Concert Hall
Price: This concert is free and open to the public.

Symphony Band, University Band & Campus

Date: Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Time: 8:00 p.m.
Location: Staples Family Concert Hall
Price: This concert is free and open to the public.
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