Student Spotlight: Brendan Nie, jazz bass
We asked Brendan to recount what performing at Jazz at Lincoln Center meant to him!
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Jazz At Lincoln Center Announces 2026 National Collegiate Jazz Championship Winning Bands
Congratulations to our Jazz and Contemporary Media students and faculty for being recognized at this yearâs National Collegiate Jazz Championship in New York City.
Eastman to Compete in Jazz at Lincoln Center’s 2026 National Collegiate Jazz Championship
This two-day invitational competition (Jan. 17-18, 2026) celebrates the excellence and achievements of the next generation of jazz musicians.
Eastman School of Music Alumni & Faculty Receive Nominations in the 68th GRAMMY Awards
Congratulations to all members of the Eastman community who have been nominated in the 68th GRAMMY Awards.
Jazz Department Welcomes New Faculty Members
This fall, the Jazz Studies & Contemporary Media department welcomed two new faculty members whose careers span Grammy nominations, international tours, and deep roots in jazz education.
Eastman Welcomes a New Year with Music, Milestones, and Community
On Thursday, August 28, Kilbourn Hall filled with students, faculty, and staff for convocation, Eastmanâs annual tradition of welcome and renewal.
Eastman Presents: Fall 2025 Faculty Artist Series
The Faculty Artist Series presents Eastmanâs internationally celebrated faculty with a platform to showcase their exceptional artistry.
Eastman School of Music to Host âCelebration of Women in Jazzâ on October 4, 2025
Eastman is excited to host its second âCelebration of Women in Jazz” this fall! This event is led by our award-winning Jazz faculty members Christine Jensen and Sara Gazarek.
Eastman School of Music Announces New Associate Professor of Music and Technology
Eastman School of Music announces Dennis DeSantis â05E (DMA) as new Associate Professor of Music and Technology.