Conductor

Under the direction of Dr. Monty Cole, the Mercer Jazz Ensemble explores the many shades of the Blues. This event is free and open to the public.

Mercer Jazz Ensemble Presents “Things Ain’t What They Used to Be”

McCorkle Music Building

Under the direction of Dr. Monty Cole and featuring guest saxophone artist Rick VanMatre, the Mercer Jazz Ensemble takes on the music of Count Basie. This event is free and open to the public.

Mercer Jazz Ensemble Presents “Down for the Count”

The Mercer Jazz Ensemble, under the direction of Dr. Monty Cole, will perform the music of Radiohead, Frank Zappa, Buddy Rich, and Marcus Miller. Dr. Marcus Reddick, associate professor of percussion, will be featured on drumset.

Mercer Jazz Ensemble: Everything in Its Right Place

Conducted by Dr. Monty Cole, the Mercer Jazz Combo brings to life the music of the amazing Horace Silver and Art Blakey.

Mercer Jazz Combo: The Jazz Messengers

Under the direction of Dr. Monty Cole, the Mercer Jazz Ensemble concludes the 2022-23 season by performing an evening of Duke Ellington masterworks.

Mercer Jazz Ensemble Presents “Duke in the Spotlight”

Come and enjoy a mixture of classics and original small jazz works composed by students, guided by the skillful conduction of Dr. Monty Cole, Professor and Chair of Instrumental Studies.

Conductor

Dr. Monty Cole

Events

Past events

Apr 12, 2024

Mercer Jazz Ensemble Presents “Things Ain’t What They Used to Be” · Mercer University Townsend School of Music

Feb 27, 2024

Mercer Jazz Ensemble Presents “Down for the Count” · Mercer University Townsend School of Music

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