John Clayton and Jazz Ensemble I
2026-04-24 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | UNCG Auditorium, 408 Tate Street, Greensboro, NC, 27412, United States
Bassist, Composer, Arranger and Producer, John Clayton is a busy man. He is a Grammy© winner with nine additional nominations and has written and/or recorded with artists such as Milt Jackson, Diana Krall, Paul McCartney, Regina Carter, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Gladys Knight, Queen Latifah, McCoy Tyner, YoYo Ma, and Charles Aznavour, to name only a few.

John was the principal bassist in the Amsterdam Philharmonic Orchestra (The Netherlands) from 1980-1984. In 1986, John co-founded the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra and rekindled The Clayton Brothers Quintet. In addition to his individual clinics and workshops, he also directs the educational components of Centrum, The Port Townsend Jazz Festival, and the Vail Jazz Workshop.

It is John’s arrangement of the “Star Spangled Banner” that helped propel Whitney Houston in her 1990 performance at the Super Bowl (the recording went platinum). His recordings with the Clayton Brothers, the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra, Milt Jackson, Monty Alexander, Count Basie and others are plentiful. John feels “I’ve been guided by a village of musicians who helped me understand the humility that goes along with playing music at the highest level you can. Ray Brown used to tell me to ‘Learn how to play the bass!!’ Just take care of the music and it will take care of you.”

Robinson Family Visiting Jazz Artists

A residency made possible by the Robinson Family Fund, established by Ward Robinson (’19 PBC Jazz, ’10 MPH) and Pamela Pittman, is bringing two jazz luminaries to UNCG’s School of Music this year. Pianist Christian Sands and bassist John Clayton will come to Greensboro for residencies with students and concerts which will be open to the public.

Miles Davis Jazz Studies Program

The Miles Davis Jazz Studies Program at UNCG is a unique and innovative undergraduate jazz program designed to emulate the traditional process of learning jazz, through a combination of mentorship, real-world playing experiences, and a communal approach to learning. Although the program is housed in one of the largest music schools in the Southeast, it is kept intentionally small, resulting in an intensive and highly personalized learning environment.

UNCG offers the following degree programs for students interested in studying Jazz:

Bachelor of Music (B.M.) – Performance

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Jazz Studies

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Jordan Owen, conductor
2026-04-25 19:30 - 21:00 | Tew Recital Hall, 100 McIver St, Greensboro, 27412, United States
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Old Time Ensemble
2026-04-27 17:30 - 19:00 | Organ Hall, 100 McIver St, Greensboro, 27412, United States
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Saxophone Studio Recital
2026-04-27 19:30 - 21:00 | Tew Recital Hall, 100 McIver St, Greensboro, 27412, United States

Sinfonia
2026-04-29 19:30 - 21:00 | Tew Recital Hall, 100 McIver St, Greensboro, 27412, United States
Scott Glasser, conductor

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The vibrant UNCG Orchestra program has long been recognized for performance excellence, adventurous programming, and high artistic standards. A diversity of offerings allow students the opportunity to perform repertoire for ensembles ranging from the largest cornerstone and contemporary works for full orchestra, to intimate pieces for chamber orchestra, to string orchestra.

Students in the UNCG Orchestra program are dedicated to the performance, study and cultivation of orchestral music of the highest quality. The UNCG Orchestras offer outstanding performances throughout the year and enhance the institutional spirit and community of UNCG. We seek to promote music education in the state of North Carolina and in our region by supporting secondary school orchestra programs and other organizations through our outreach activities and other annual events on campus.

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Spartan Jazz Collective ∙ Milestones: A Miles Davis Centennial Concert
2026-05-07 19:30 - 21:30 | The Crown at the Carolina Theatre, 310 S Greene St, Greensboro, 27401, United States
The Spartan Jazz Collective, a collaborative faculty/student septet, closes out our semester-long celebration of Miles Davis’ centennial year with 9 all-new arrangements of Davis’ most compelling original music.

The Miles Davis Jazz Studies Program at UNCG is a unique and innovative undergraduate jazz program designed to emulate the traditional process of learning jazz, through a combination of mentorship, real-world playing experiences, and a communal approach to learning. Although the program is housed in one of the largest music schools in the Southeast, it is kept intentionally small, resulting in an intensive and highly personalized learning environment.

UNCG offers the following degree programs for students interested in studying Jazz:

Bachelor of Music (B.M.) – Performance

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Jazz Studies

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School of Music Degree Ceremony
2026-05-08 15:00 - 17:00 | First Baptist Church, 1000 W Friendly Ave, Greensboro, North Carolina, 27401, United States
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The School of Music Degree Ceremony honors the accomplishments of our graduating students as they complete their academic and artistic journey at UNCG. The event features remarks, performances, and individual recognition of each graduate. Families, friends, and the School of Music community are invited to join in celebrating our newest alumni!
