The Crown at the Carolina Theatre

The Miles Davis Jazz Studies Program honors the groundbreaking legacy of Miles Davis in his centennial year. Jazz Ensemble II presents Directions: Electric Miles—a dynamic program featuring all-new arrangements of Davis’ electric-era music from 1968–91. Inspired by his trailblazing spirit and lasting impact on American music, the Jazz Studies program is dedicating the spring 2026 semester to exploring and celebrating his innovative artistry.

The Spartan Jazz Collective, a collaborative faculty/student septet, closes out our semester-long celebration of Miles Davis' centennial year with nine all-new arrangements of Davis’ most compelling original music.