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.
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 Miles Davis Jazz Studies celebrates their namesake in his centennial year with “Miles Ahead: Acoustic Miles!” Jazz Ensembles I and II present a program of Davis’ most compelling acoustic music from the years spanning 1947–67.
Join us for an unforgettable evening with the Spartan Jazz Collective as they celebrate the music of legendary trumpeter Roy Hargrove! This collaborative faculty-student ensemble highlights the next generation of jazz talent, with students taking the lead in arranging, rehearsing, and performing under the mentorship of the UNCG jazz faculty. Known for his soulful sound and his ability to bridge tradition with modern styles like hip-hop and R&B, Roy Hargrove’s music continues to inspire—and this performance promises fresh, vibrant interpretations that honor his legacy.
Join us for the inaugural presentation of the UNCG Vocal Jazz Ensemble, Shades of Blue! This concert will be an exploration of innovative arrangements of group vocal jazz repertoire, solos, and collaborations with instrumentalists. Featuring the music of Duke Ellington, Cole Porter, and Miles Davis, with songs in the style of Ella Fitzgerald, Betty Carter, and Antonio Carlos Jobim.
Students from the UNCG PopTech program perform a showcase concert featuring original works and covers in a wide array of settings.
Students from the UNCG PopTech program perform a showcase concert featuring original works and covers in a wide array of settings.
Jazz Ensemble II celebrates the holiday music of Vince Guaraldi in this special seasonal concert! Go waltzing with “The Great Pumpkin,” watch a “Little Birdie,” and go “Skating” with all-new arrangements of these classic, nostalgic songs.
Jazz Ensemble II celebrates the holiday music of Vince Guaraldi in this special seasonal concert! Go waltzing with “The Great Pumpkin,” watch a “Little Birdie,” and go “Skating” with all-new arrangements of these classic, nostalgic songs.
The Miles Davis Jazz Studies program begin their 2025-26 season at The Crown with “All Blues!” This concert celebrates the blues in all its forms – from the vocal prowess of Aretha Franklin to the energetic complexity of John Coltrane.
Students from the UNCG PopTech program perform a showcase concert featuring original works and covers in a wide array of settings
Students from the UNCG PopTech program perform a showcase concert featuring original works and covers in a wide array of settings
