The festival’s final day brings a forward-looking celebration of innovation, collaboration, and artistic voice across a diverse set of ensembles. The Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz represents the next generation of jazz artists, showcasing musicians whose work is rooted in the tradition while actively shaping its future through bold, contemporary expression. The Commercial Music Studio
Day two of the festival continues to spotlight artist-driven expression, featuring a vibrant cross-section of ensembles that emphasize individuality, collaboration, and creative range. The Clayton Cameron Combo, led by Clayton Cameron, brings a rhythm-forward approach that highlights nuanced groove, dynamic interplay, and the spontaneous energy of small-group performance. The Ginger Smock String Ensemble, led by
The concert centers artist-driven expression, bringing together a compelling lineup that reflects the depth and breadth of contemporary jazz. The Gluck Jazz Combo, directed by Duane Benjamin, foregrounds expressive improvisation and cohesive ensemble dialogue, creating space for each musician’s voice to emerge within a unified sound. They are joined by the Charles Mingus Ensemble under
The Selma Moidel Smith Recital series celebrates and honors former UCLA music student Selma Moidel Smith. This year’s recital features Filippo Lugnan, an exceptional piano graduate student in the School of Music who will perform works by Selma Moidel Smith, SiHyun Uhm, and others. Learn more about Selma Moidel Smith on her website. Selma
Join the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music for an evening featuring the works of our undergraduate composition students.
Join the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music for an evening featuring the works of our graduate composition students.
Join the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music for an evening of music featuring the works of our esteemed composition faculty.
Please join us on for the 2026 Musicology Capstone Presentations on May 20th, 2026 from 9am-4pm in 1230 Schoenberg Music Building (Green Room).
