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The Jazz & Commerical Music program at West Virginia University provides training to undergraduate and graduate students, preparing them for careers in jazz performance, education, and composition.

10/01/2025

Jazz Ensemble 1 and 2 look forward to presenting their first on-campus performance of the semester this coming Monday, October 6th at 7:30 pm in the Clay Theatre!

Jazz Ensemble 2 will open the concert with a swingin’ set of music by various arrangers and composers, including Sammy Nestico, Bill Holman, Neil Hefti, and John Clayton.

Jazz Ensemble 1 dives into Benny Carter’s Kansas City Suite (written for the Count Basie Orchestra in 1960) and celebrates the life and music of Oliver Nelson, marking 50 years since his passing. This performance will feature some of Oliver Nelson’s critically acclaimed compositions, “Hoe Down” and “Blues and Abstract Truth.” We hope you will join us!

Jazz Ensemble 1 and 2 look forward to presenting their first on-campus performance of the semester this coming Monday, O...
10/01/2025

Jazz Ensemble 1 and 2 look forward to presenting their first on-campus performance of the semester this coming Monday, October 6th at 7:30 pm in the Clay Theatre!

Jazz Ensemble 2 will open the concert with a swingin’ set of music by various arrangers and composers, including Sammy Nestico, Bill Holman, Neil Hefti, and John Clayton.

Jazz Ensemble 1 dives into Benny Carter’s Kansas City Suite (written for the Count Basie Orchestra in 1960) and celebrates the life and music of Oliver Nelson, marking 50 years since his passing. This performance will feature some of Oliver Nelson’s critically acclaimed compositions, “Hoe Down” and “Blues and Abstract Truth.” We hope you will join us!

“Check Your Bucket” will be at the Pittsburgh Winery next Sunday, 8/10 at 1:30 pm. The band is lead by WVU Jazz and Comm...
07/31/2025

“Check Your Bucket” will be at the Pittsburgh Winery next Sunday, 8/10 at 1:30 pm. The band is lead by WVU Jazz and Commercial Music drum set faculty Brian Wolfe. Come check them out!

Event link: https://events.pittsburghwinery.com/event/check-your-bucket-sunday-matinee/pittsburgh-winery/

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With a setlist that digs into overlooked gems and deep grooves, Check Your Bucket explores the soulful edges of funk, rhythm & blues, and classic American music. Their interpretations breathe new life into under-the-radar tracks, balancing reverence for the originals with inventive arrangements and sharp musicianship.

The band’s sound is tight and unforced—built on attentive listening, strong feel, and a clear sense of purpose. Each performance is shaped by the moment, but always anchored by deep grooves and thoughtful playing. It’s music that doesn’t rush, doesn’t show off—just locks in and moves.

WVU Jazz and Commercial Music Ensemble Auditions are around the corner! Membership in Jazz Ensemble 1 & 2, Jazz Combos, ...
07/28/2025

WVU Jazz and Commercial Music Ensemble Auditions are around the corner!

Membership in Jazz Ensemble 1 & 2, Jazz Combos, and the Funk and Soul Ensemble is open to any West Virginia University student, regardless of major, pending a successful audition.

Please read “Jazz & Commercial Ensembles Audition Procedures | Fall 2025” for an explanation of the audition process. Auditions will occur in room 2071 of the Canady Creative Arts Center. Sign up to audition today!

WVU Jazz and Commercial Music Ensemble Auditions website: https://creativeartsandmedia.wvu.edu/school-of-music/ensembles/jazz-ensembles

Next Tuesday, 2/18 at 8 pm Jazz Ensemble 1 will be playing at the Art Bar in Morgantown. The band has been working hard ...
02/13/2025

Next Tuesday, 2/18 at 8 pm Jazz Ensemble 1 will be playing at the Art Bar in Morgantown. The band has been working hard on some stellar music by Ken Schaphorst, Thad Jones, and Oliver Nelson. You won’t want to miss it! Come on out!

12/04/2024

Come check out Jazz Ensembles 1 & 2’s Swingin’ Holiday Concert tonight at 7:30 pm at the Canady Creative Arts Center in Falbo Theatre!

This event is FREE and will feature some great music including Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn’s rendition of Tchaikovsky’s beloved Nutcracker! Hope to see you there!

We are a little under two weeks away from Jazz Ensemble 1 & 2’s Swingin’ Holiday Concert on Wednesday, December 4th at 7...
11/22/2024

We are a little under two weeks away from Jazz Ensemble 1 & 2’s Swingin’ Holiday Concert on Wednesday, December 4th at 7:30 pm. This event is FREE and will be held in Falbo Theatre at the Canady Creative Arts Center at West Virginia University.

Come hear Joe Walczyk and Robert Sears featured with Jazz Ensemble 2 and Jazz Ensemble 1 performing the beloved Ellington and Strayhorn “Nutcracker Suite.”

Mark your calendar and join us!!

11/12/2024

Check out some clips from our Jazz Combos concert last week!

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1436 Evansdale Drive
Morgantown, WV
26505

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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