Jazz Ensembles
UWM’s jazz ensembles provide a great opportunity to explore and connect with students, musicians, and the community. In addition to several performance opportunities on and off-campus, students participate in outreach events with middle and high school jazz performers through youth programs and jazz festivals.
At A Glance
| Ensemble | Members | Audition |
|---|---|---|
| UWM Jazz Ensemble | Open to all UWM students | YES *placement audition |
| Afro-Caribbean Jazz Orchestra | Open to all UWM students | YES *placement audition |
UWM Jazz Ensemble
Our Jazz Ensemble has a unique and collaborative affiliation with the local urban jazz community. This ensemble is made up of undergraduate and graduate music majors, as well as non-Music students who possess significant artistry.
Auditions & Membership
Open to all UWM students after a placement audition. Please submit the ensemble interest form and you’ll be contacted with information regarding current auditions and membership.
Afro-Caribbean Jazz Orchestra
The UWM Afro-Caribbean Jazz Orchestra was formed in the Fall of 2021 to focus on Afro–Caribbean jazz influenced music.
The group features a Latin percussion section, horns and vocalists. This group performs music of composers such as Tito Puente, Ray Barretto, Sonoro Poncena and Evan Linns and more.
Auditions & Membership
Open to all UWM students after a placement audition. Please submit the ensemble interest form and you’ll be contacted with information regarding current auditions and membership.
Music Programs
Music studios and ensembles are connected to a variety of academic programs, including majors, minors, certificates and graduate programs. This is a full list of programs offered by the Department of Music.
Faculty & Directors
Which faculty you have within this program is dependent upon your chosen courses or interests. For a list of all Music faculty and staff please click the button below.
- Lecturer, Drum Set
- Director, Jazz Combos & Ensembles, Afro-Caribbean Orchestra
- Chamber Music Coach
Undergraduate Entrance Auditions
Music BA/BFA enrollment for Spring & Fall 2026.
• Friday, December 5, 2025
• Friday, February 13, 2026 (voice only)
• Monday, February 16, 2026
• Friday, March 6, 2026
• Friday, April 3, 2026
• Or by video submission
Graduate Applications
Fall: March 1 | Spring: December 1
Applications submitted after these dates will be reviewed on a rolling basis and may not be processed in time for the intended semester.
Undergraduate Programs
Scotlyn Haverkorn, music-admission@uwm.edu
Graduate Programs
Tim Noonan, music-grad-admission@uwm.edu
General Info & Questions
Contact Form | 414-229-4763
