Thompson Jazz Studies Combos: Fall 2026 Concert in Grusin and Ensemble Hall

A jazz concert featuring student ensembles performing works by legendary trumpet players and original student compositions.

CU Boulder Thompson Jazz Studies Combos present their fall 2026 concert paying homage to Freddie Hubbard, Lee Morgan, Kenny Dorham and Booker Little; these four jazz trumpet players helped shape the jazz canon through both their improvisations and compositions. Additionally, you'll experience several original compositions by student composers Lucy O'Byrne, Nick Mailes, Caleb Abbott, Brayden Winters, William Pettigrew and others. Combo Leaders: Brad Goode, Professor of Jazz Studies Altin Sencalar, Assistant Teaching Professor of Jazz Studies Alejandro Castaño, Lecturer of Jazz Studies Victor Mestas, Lecturer of Jazz Studies Dr. Seth Lewis, Lecturer of Jazz Studies Patrick McDevitt, Lecturer of Jazz Studies Milo Lewon, MM Jazz Studies TA Addison Jordan, DMA Jazz Studies TA Nick Mailes, DMA Jazz Studies TA JJ Mazza, MM Jazz Studies TA Only the performances in Grusin Music Hall will be livestreamed by CU Boulder For complete information visit cupresents.org.