University of Victoria Vocal Jazz Ensemble

THE UVIC VOCAL JAZZ MAINSTREAM & IMPROVISATIONAL ENSEMBLE has established a reputation for artistic excellence, stylistic flexibility and performances of original and inspiring arrangements. In addition to highly successful performances at the Powell River Vocal Summit and the Frank Demiero Jazz Fest, UVJMIE was the choral ensemble for The Best of Queen concert series with JEANS 'N CLASSICS and the VICTORIA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA under Maestro Giuseppe Pietraroia. The Ensemble is well known for its fun-filled, filled-to-capacity audience engaging concerts. Our Autumn and Spring Vocal Jazz Showcases feature the Signature Studio Ensemble and various Spotlight Combos including Ellavation, and the UVic Vocal Jazz Stage Orchestra. The Ensemble has opened for the internationally acclaimed vocal groups GROOVE FOR THOUGHT and THE REAL GROUP, Canadian sensation COUNTERMEASURE, and has received high praise from legends Kirby Shaw and Dave Barduhn, and from master educators Vijay Singh, Peter Taylor and Janet Warren. Among our many distinguished alumni are MIKE EDEL and TWIN KENNEDY.

Sunday, 8 September 2024

Recruitment 2024

Fine Arts Meeting

Serenade outside the Library for an Alum

Fine Arts Meeting

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At the Tree

Tuesday, 20 August 2024

September 2024 Auditions

Wednesday, 27 March 2024

End of 2023/2024 Season Remarks

Thank you, singers - one and all - for your dedication and artistry! A special note of thanks to our excellent Executive Team for their counsel, guidance to peers, and shining example of skill and professionalism.

We acknowledge our graduates - TJ, Brendan, Fionalee, Carter and Bella. May good things come your way!

Stay tuned for additional information for next year's recruitment and concert season.

- Wendell