Conductor

The Eastman Studio Orchestra combines the personnel of the Eastman Jazz Ensemble with a full complement of strings, woodwinds, French horns, tuba, harp, and percussion from Eastman’s two symphony orchestras. The 70-piece orchestra performs a broad range of repertoire that incorporates jazz, classical music, music for film, contemporary pop, and world music. Works by current Eastman students are regularly performed and recorded by the Eastman Studio Orchestra.

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Eastman Studio Orchestra

Eastman Theatre

The Ray Conniff Jazz Ensemble Series

Christine Jensen, director of Eastman Jazz Orchestra
Dave Rivello, director of Eastman New Jazz Orchestra

The Eastman New Jazz Orchestra was established to showcase the finest contemporary music from around the world written for jazz ensemble. Performing repertoire primarily from the last 20 years, the New Jazz Orchestra plays music not often heard or yet recorded, and frequently premieres new works, including those of student writers. In 2009 this ensemble was the Downbeat Student Music Award winner for Best College Big Band. They also hosted Bob Brookmeyer’s 80th birthday celebration, with Bob in attendance, and performed new music from Jim McNeely, Bill Holman, John Hollenbeck, Ryan Truesdell, and Dave Rivello — all works that were commissioned specifically for this special event. They have also performed at the NYS Music Educator’s Conference with guests Denis DiBlasio and Mike Kaupa. Featured guest composers have included Bob Brookmeyer, Bill Holman, Jim McNeely, Fred Sturm, Rich Perry, Dick Oatts, Ralph LaLama, Dave Liebman, Maria Schneider, Ellen Rowe, Joey Sellers, John Hollenbeck, Ryan Truesdell, Mike Kaupa, Nathan Parker Smith, and Jennifer K. Bellor.

Conductor

Dave Rivello

Events

Upcoming events

Apr 9, 2026

Eastman Jazz Orchestra and Eastman New Jazz Orchestra · Eastman School of Music

Past events

Mar 4, 2024

Eastman Studio Orchestra · Eastman School of Music

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