Jazz Ensembles

Since 1956, jazz at CMU has been alive with creativity and innovation. Students can dive into the tradition by performing in Jazz Lab I, Jazz Central, the JazzBone Ensemble, and jazz percussion groups, gaining hands-on experience in styles from swing to contemporary fusion.

Jazz Central & Jazz Lab 1

Jazz has been a part of Central Michigan University since 1956 when the "Swingin' Chips" were organized. Students at CMU can participate in - Jazz Lab I, Jazz Central, JazzBone ensemble, and jazz percussion groups. Auditions for jazz bands generally take place the first week of classes.

Jazz highlights include:

• A performance at the Ford International Montreux-Detroit Jazz Festival.
• CMU/Phi Mu Alpha Jazz Weekend in February.

CMU ensembles are open to all university students by audition.