George Mason Jazz Faculty

The George Mason Jazz Faculty presents an evening rooted in the music that has shaped America’s jazz heritage. The program combines familiar jazz standards with original compositions and arrangements, highlighting the artistry and versatility of George Mason University’s faculty musicians.

The performance also features Jazz Combo I, one of the university’s premier student ensembles. Together, the faculty and students represent both seasoned professionals and emerging artists, emphasizing jazz’s collaborative spirit, creativity, and continuing evolution.

When: November 3

Showtimes: The page lists a 7:00 PM performance. The event information also indicates a second seating with doors opening at 8:45 PM, corresponding to the 9:30 PM showtime.

Tickets: $30, plus a $7 fee

Lineup: Wade Beach on piano, Graham Breedlove on trumpet, Geoffrey Dean on piano, Aaron Eckert on trombone, John Kocur on saxophone, Kevin McDonald on drums, Xavier Perez on saxophone, Victor Provost on steel pan, Darden Purcell on vocals, Shawn Purcell on guitar, and Ben Thomas on bass. Jazz Combo I also performs.

Venue: Blues Alley, 1073 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20007

Doors: Doors open at 6:00 PM for the first performance and 8:45 PM for the later performance.

Seating: Seating is first come, first served at the door.

Food and beverage minimum: A $15 food-and-beverage minimum per person applies and is not included in the ticket price.

Refund policy: Tickets are final sale, nonrefundable, and nontransferable.

Recording policy: Photography and recording of any kind are prohibited during the performance.

Audience etiquette: Guests are asked to keep conversation to a minimum during the performance.

Run time: Not specified.

Age guidance: Not specified.