Jazz Ensembles
51ÁÔÆæ’s jazz ensembles provide a great opportunity to explore and connect with students, musicians, and the community. In addition to several performance opportunities on and off-campus, students participate in outreach events with middle and high school jazz performers through youth programs and jazz festivals.
At A Glance
| Ensemble | Members | Audition |
|---|---|---|
| 51ÁÔÆæ Jazz Ensemble | Open to all 51ÁÔÆæ students | YES *placement audition |
| Afro-Caribbean Jazz Orchestra | Open to all 51ÁÔÆæ students | YES *placement audition |
51ÁÔÆæ Jazz Ensemble
Our Jazz Ensemble has a unique and collaborative affiliation with the local urban jazz community. This ensemble is made up of undergraduate and graduate music majors, as well as non-Music students who possess significant artistry.
Auditions & Membership
Open to all 51ÁÔÆæ students after a placement audition. Please submit the ensemble interest form and you’ll be contacted with information regarding current auditions and membership.
Afro-Caribbean Jazz Orchestra
The 51ÁÔÆæ Afro-Caribbean Jazz Orchestra was formed in the Fall of 2021 to focus on Afro–Caribbean jazz influenced music.
The group features a Latin percussion section, horns and vocalists. This group performs music of composers such as Tito Puente, Ray Barretto, Sonoro Poncena and Evan Linns and more.
Auditions & Membership
Open to all 51ÁÔÆæ students after a placement audition. Please submit the ensemble interest form and you’ll be contacted with information regarding current auditions and membership.
Music Programs
Music studios and ensembles are connected to a variety of academic programs, including majors, minors, certificates and graduate programs. This is a full list of programs offered by the Department of Music.
Faculty & Directors
Which faculty you have within this program is dependent upon your chosen courses or interests. For a list of all Music faculty and staff please click the button below.
- Lecturer, Drum Set
- Director, Jazz Combos & Ensembles, Afro-Caribbean Orchestra
- Chamber Music Coach
Undergraduate Entrance Auditions
Music BA/BFA enrollment for Spring &ÌýFall 2026.
•ÌýFriday, December 5, 2025
•ÌýFriday, February 13, 2026 (voice only)
•ÌýMonday, February 16, 2026
•ÌýFriday, March 6, 2026
•ÌýFriday, April 3, 2026
•ÌýOr by video submission
Graduate Applications
Fall: March 1 | Spring: December 1
Applications submitted after these dates will be reviewed on a rolling basis and may not be processed in time for the intended semester.
Undergraduate Programs
Scotlyn Haverkorn, music-admission@uwm.edu
Graduate Programs
Tim Noonan, music-grad-admission@uwm.edu
General Info & Questions
Contact Form | 414-229-4763