University of Miami Frost Jazz Vocal Ensemble

University of Miami Frost Jazz Vocal Ensemble

Biography

There are three levels of jazz vocal ensembles at the Frost School of Music. They feature a remarkable variety of eras and styles. Directed by Kate Reid, the Jazz Vocal Ensembles at the Frost School of Music study and perform vocal jazz music ranging from the ever-popular Hi-Lo’s, Lambert, Hendrix & Ross, Manhattan Transfer, New York Voices, and Swingle Singers to contemporary new works by Frost faculty and students. The Jazz Vocal Ensemble 1, affectionately called JV-1, plus JV-2 and JV-3, perform throughout South Florida and at regional and national conferences. Alumni of the program enjoy active careers performing and directing vocal jazz ensembles throughout the world.