The Miles Davis Jazz Studies Program celebrates Miles Davis in his centennial year! Jazz Ensemble II presents “Directions: Electric Miles,” a program of Mr. Davis’ electric music from the years spanning 1968–91, in all-new arrangements! Davis’ trailblazing spirit made an indelible mark on the history of American music, and the Jazz Studies program dedicates their spring 2026 semester to his musical legacy.
Students of Dr. Stephanie Ycaza
Students of Dr. Courtney Miller
Students of Dr. Luke Ellard and Dr. Anthony Taylor
Students of Dr. Zachary Hobin
Students of Dr. Alessandra Feris and Dr. Annie Jeng
Students of Dr. Stephanie Ycaza
Students of Dr. Alessandra Feris and Dr. Annie Jeng
Students of Dr. Robert Bracey, Dr. Jim Bumgardner, Prof. Janinah Burnett, Dr. Julie Celona-VanGorden, Dr. Michaela Kelly, Prof. Lindsay Kesselman, and Dr. Robert Wells
The Symphonic Band pays tribute to the USA with a program of works by American composers Morton Gould, Elena Specht, Charles Ives, Mary Lou Williams, and William Schuman.
The Wind Ensemble rounds out their season with a program featuring Dr. Ryan Reynolds, professor of bassoon, and works by Igor Stravinsky, Omar Thomas, Luke Ellard, and a world premiere by Marianne Ploger.