Chamber Jazz Ensemble Ready to Improvise

The University of Maine Chamber Jazz Ensemble will perform Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 7:30 p.m. in Minsky Recital Hall on campus.

Under the direction of Karel Lidral, the ensemble will play a variety of jazz literature by composers Theodore Walter “Sonny” Rollins, William “Red” Garland and others. The 12 highly skilled UMaine musicians, who have a variety of academic backgrounds, will showcase improvisations and jazz expressions.

Admission is $9, or free with a valid student MaineCard. For tickets or disability accommodations, call 207.581.1755. Tickets may also be purchased at the door one hour prior to the show.

The ensemble will also give a free concert Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 1 p.m. at Union Central in Memorial Union.