Harpur Jazz Ensemble performed for the first time in May 1969. The ensemble has appeared in concert with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, Clark Terry, Slam Stewart, Marvin Stamm, Manny Albam, Don Sebesky, Slide Hampton, Phil Woods, Marion McPartland, Urbie Green, Nick Brignola, Frank Wess, Jimmy Owens, Bob Mintzer, Randy Brecker, Doug Sertl, John LaBarbera and others. The emphasis is on learning big band repertoire, and the ensemble has a busy performance schedule concluding with a formal concert featuring a famous guest soloist or conductor. Harpur Jazz Project is dedicated to live jazz performances. Members share the fun and responsibility of bringing jazz concerts to the University.
Members select artists, contact agents and advertise for all performances.
All are welcome to join HPC's general interest meetings and auditions. Music Club provides students with an outlet to music on and off campus, including operas, symphonies and possibly even a New York City Broadway show. This club is open to all majors. Rhythm Method, established in 1993, is Binghamton University's only '80s a cappella group. The purpose of our coed group is to bring the joy of singing and creating music to Binghamton University and the surrounding community.