large Jazz ensembles
Texas tech JAZZ orchestra &
texas tech JAZZ ensemble

The large jazz ensembles are a traditional ‘big band' format and perform a variety of classic, modern, and original literature. Both groups perform on-campus twice per semester and have the opportunity to work with world-renowned guest artists, and as the premier ensemble in the program, Texas Tech Jazz Orchestra also tours regularly and has performed at major collegiate jazz festivals around the country.

This ensemble may be counted toward the major ensemble requirement for undergraduate students TWICE during their four-year degree. It meets ALL major ensemble requirements for graduate students. You do not need to be a music major to join an ensemble.

Recent guest artists featured with the ensemble include:

• Tom Harrell
• Jaleel Shaw
• Allen Vizzutti
• Steve Houghton
• Bill Watrous
• Ingrid Jensen
• Rich Perry
• Geoffrey Keezer
• Jon Riley
• Conrad Herwig
• Dick Oatts
• Wayne Bergeron
• and many others

Jazz combos

The jazz combos are small jazz ensembles, ranging from quartet to sextet in size. They are highly selective and focus on improvisational skills and small-group arranging over a variety of jazz repertoire.