Jazz Ensemble
Director
Auditions
Audition required. Open to all Western University students.
Rehearsals
Tuesdays & Thursdays
7–9pm
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The Western University Jazz Ensemble performs music that encompasses virtually all styles and eras of jazz, encompassing classic repertory from the legendary bands of Duke Ellington and Count Basie as well as music from contemporary writers such as Maria Schneider, Wycliff Gordon, and Geoffrey Keezer. The ensemble’s mission is to provide students with the performance skills and pedagogical knowledge needed for successful careers as creative jazz artist educators. The ensemble seeks to achieve musical excellence in a professional environment with high expectations.
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2024-25 Performances
| Joining us on campus for an in-person event? Please visit the Audience Information page before joining us on campus, and always check the Events Calendar on the day of the event for any schedule changes. | |
| All concerts are approximately 1.5 hours in length unless otherwise noted. | Download concert programs |
Thursday, Nov 21 | 7:30pm
Paul Davenport Theatre
Twists and Turns
The Jazz Ensemble's first concert of the year will feature their trademark eclectic mix of classic and contemporary works by artists such as Count Basie, Alan Baylock, Patty Darling, and (of course!) Duke Ellington.
Thursday, Jan 30 | 7:30pm
Wolf Hall, 251 Dundas St, London
Jumpin’ at the Wolf
The Western University Jazz Ensemble heads off campus to perform at the beautiful Wolf Hall in downtown London’s Central Public Library.
Thursday, Mar 27 | 7:30pm
Paul Davenport Theatre
Honours
Join in celebrating graduating musicians as they perform their final concert with the Western University Jazz Ensemble. Program features special guest Colleen Clark, drums, Assistant Professor of Jazz, University of South Carolina.
Performance Excerpts
“Vine Street Rumble”, Benny Carter
Conductor, Dr. Thompson
2018-19
Excerpt from: “I Can’t Stop Loving You”, Don Gibson/Arr. Quincy Jones
Conductor, Dr. Thompson
2018-19
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