University Of Connecticut Jazz Ensemble at von der Mehden Recital Hall

The UConn Jazz Ensemble, under the direction of Professor John Mastroianni, is the premier performing ensemble of the highly acclaimed University of Connecticut jazz studies program. The 20-piece big band is known for its inspired soloists, refined musicianship, and exhilarating ensemble performances. Programming includes newly commissioned works by distinguished present-day artists; frequent premiers by UConn faculty, alumni, and students; as well as classic and contemporary big band repertoire. The ensemble travels throughout New England to perform at music education conferences, high schools, jazz festivals, and prestigious concert venues...

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The UConn Jazz Ensemble, under the direction of Professor John Mastroianni, is the premier performing ensemble of the highly acclaimed University of Connecticut jazz studies program. The 20-piece big band is known for its inspired soloists, refined musicianship, and exhilarating ensemble performances. Programming includes newly commissioned works by distinguished present-day artists; frequent premiers by UConn faculty, alumni, and students; as well as classic and contemporary big band repertoire. The ensemble travels throughout New England to perform at music education conferences, high schools, jazz festivals, and prestigious concert venues. Guest performers, conductors, and composers have included Erica Seguine, Grace Kelly, Tom Harrell, Rufus Reid, Erica von Kleist, Dick Oatts, Michael Philip Mossman, and Jim McNeely, among many others.

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