26TH ANNUAL JAZZ FEST FEATURING WCSU JAZZ GROUPS: Jazz Fest Thursday returns with five outstanding groups: three combos and two large ensembles!

Starting off the evening is the Vocal Jazz Ensemble featuring arrangements by director WCSU Co-Coordinator of Jazz Studies Jamie Begian and Joe Conticello.

Following the Vocal Jazz Ensemble will be three combos coached by WCSU faculty Deborah Weisz, Jamie Begian, and Jeff Siegel, all performing a mix of Songbook classics and Jazz Standards. The event takes place from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Veronica Hagman Concert Hall in the Visual and Performing Arts Center.

Closing the night will be the Jazz Ensemble directed by Jamie Begian and featuring a mix of traditional repertoire and compositions by the director.

**Free tickets for Faculty, Staff and WCSU Students are available at the VPAC box office located in the VPAC lobby – a valid WCSU ID is required at the time of purchase**

NOTE: Advance ticket purchases made online are $7 plus fees; Tickets purchased at the door are $10.

No refunds or exchanges are permitted, all sales are final.