The Final Fill: Rich Thompson Retires with a Flourish
Retiring jazz drum set professor Rich Thompson reminisces over the highlights of his three decade career at Eastman as he prepares for his final show.
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The Bass Chose Him: John Clayton’s Jazz Legacy Comes to Eastman
Jazz bassist John Clayton unites the Eastman Jazz and New Jazz Ensembles for a special performance in Kodak Hall.
Eastman School of Music Announces Two Jazz Faculty Members and Endowed Concert Series
Eastman is proud to announce the appointments of Otis Brown III and Marshall Gilkes to the Jazz & Contemporary Media faculty, alongside a newly endowed concert series.
Eastman School of Music Faculty and Alumni Win in the 67th GRAMMY Awards
Many congratulations to all members of the Eastman community who were winners in the 67th GRAMMY Awards on Sunday, February 2, 2025.
Charting New Paths: Christine Jensen and the Eastman Jazz Ensemble
Christine Jensen, Assistant Professor of Jazz Studies & Contemporary Media, makes her Faculty Artist Series debut on February 5, 2025.
Highlighted Eastman Concerts & Events: January & February 2025
Highlighting some of the performances taking place at Eastman as we kick off our spring 2025 semester!
The Eastman Jazz Voice Ensemble Presents its Inaugural Concert: Dec. 9, 2024
The Eastman Jazz Voice Ensemble, under the direction of Sara Gazarek, will present its first concert on Monday, December 9 at 7:30 p.m. in Kilbourn Hall.
Highlighted Eastman Concerts & Events: December 2024
The Eastman School of Music is pleased to highlight some of our December concerts and events to conclude the fall semester.
Eastman School of Music Faculty and Alumni Receive Nominations in the 67th GRAMMY Awards
Congratulations to all members of the Eastman community who have been nominated in the 67th GRAMMY Awards.