Columbia University Jazz Composers Collective Premiere New Works

The Louis Armstrong Jazz Performance Program at Columbia University and the Music Department is pleased to announce the debut concert of the CU Jazz Composers Collective on Friday February 27 at 8:00pm in Miller Theatre. Conducted by Professor Chris Washburne, the Collective is composed of current graduate and undergraduate Columbia University students as well as alumni and faculty and the concert will premiere new jazz works. Washburne envisions the event as a platform for emerging student composers, as well as a unique reunion opportunity for renowned jazz musicians who have passed through Columbia's gates over the years integrating the past, present, and future of jazz at Columbia in one big evening.

The concert will mark the launching of the Collective as they unveil a set of new and innovative works for jazz combo and big band. Featured will be some of the most talented student performers from across the University's campus, as well as promising students of the Columbia Music Department's Composition Program, including Patrick Zimmerli, Steve Lehman, Niko Higgins, Lu Wang, Sampo Haapamäki, Courtney Brian, AJ Johnson, Sam Reider, Tobin Chodos, Alex Moll, Michael Hardin, and others. The one unifying factor among all involved is their complete dedication to new compositional approaches, promising a unique evening of music.

The performance is co-sponsored by the Miller Theatre Columbia Performers Partnership which supports CU student performing arts groups by providing performance space, production assistance, and marketing services. These partnerships help to promote young artist development, foster interdepartmental collaboration, and share Columbia University's artistic talents with a broader audience.

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