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Arthur Latin: drummer for Harry Connick | Edwin Livingston played upright bass for the film 'Ray.' | Jazz Big Bands and Combos The TxState jazz ensembles explore a full spectrum of big band sounds, ranging from classic swing to high-energy latin and funk styles. Each of the ensembles are challenging and fun, as they show off the brass, saxophone and rhythm sections, in exciting and different ways. Soloists can develop their improvisationls skills in one of the many smaller jazz combos.
- Jazz Ensemble
Directed by Freddie Mendoza
M-W-F 11pm-12:15pm - Jazz Orchestra
Directed by Dr. Keith Winking
M-W-F 12:30pm-1:30pm - Jazz Lab Band
Directed by Dr. Carlos Vega
M-W-F 1:30pm-3:30pm - Jazz Combos
Coordinator Freddie Mendoza
Times to be arranged Jazz ensembles and combos are open to all qualified university students by audition (one credit per semester).
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| | | | Texas State Jazz/Jazz Studies is listed by U.S.News & World Report as one of America's Best Colleges | | Summer International Jazz Tours: | 
| Montreaux Jazz Festival Brienz Jazz Festival
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