The University Jazz Band is composed of members of the Concert Band. The Jazz Band strives to develop the talents of members in the areas of jazz and big band music styles. The band performs on the campus and throughout the Charlotte area. Auditions for membership in the Jazz Band are held and open to members of the Concert Band. The University String Ensemble is open to all students of the University.
Ensemble members study and perform literature of the various periods and styles.
The ensemble meets once it studies and performs literature of the various periods and styles. The ensemble meets once a week and presents one performance each semester. All ensembles serve as laboratories for conducting and, where applicable, accompanying. All applied music classes serve as laboratories for accompanying.