The Lawrence Community Jazz Ensemble provides advancing high school musicians an opportunity to learn and perform in a traditional big band setting. Students will perform engaging jazz charts in an ensemble of motivated peers from across northeast Wisconsin. An eight-week session will culminate with a performance during the final class session.

Interested students (in particular but not limited to trumpet, trombone, saxophone, guitar, piano, bass, and drums) should submit an audition form and a performance video. Once accepted, students will be notified that they can register. 

Returning students and students currently in the LCMS Wind Ensemble do not need to submit a performance video and can register directly. 

Registration will remain open until all positions are filled.

Accepted students, returning students, and students currently enrolled in LCMS Wind Ensemble: complete the registration form.

2025-26 Season

  • Rehearsals: Mondays, 7:00-8:30 p.m., March 30-May 18
  • Cost: $160 + $19 annual registration fee
  • Location: Shattuck Hall 163, Lawrence University
  • Staff: Paul Dietrich, teacher-conductor