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The EIU Jazz Studies program will showcase its five performing ensembles on Thursday, September 27, at 7:30 p.m., in the Doudna Fine Arts Center’s Theatre. The EIU Jazz Ensemble, the EIU Jazz Lab Band, and three jazz combos will each give short performances. The concert will feature a combination of big band and small group music, including arrangements and compositions by Sonny Rollins, Herbie Hancock, and Oscar Peterson.

EIU’s jazz performing ensembles have received recognition for excellent performances across the region. In recent years, Eastern’s jazz groups have been recognized for their outstanding musicianship at the Elmhurst, Notre Dame and North Texas jazz festivals. Sam Fagaly directs the EIU Jazz Ensemble, and Paul Johnston directs the EIU Jazz Lab Band. The combos are coached by Samuel Winternheimer and Paul Johnston.

The Doudna Fine Arts Center is located one block west of Ninth Street at Garfield Avenue on the EIU campus. There is no charge for admission.