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, has earned multiple DownBeat Collegiate Awards and performs throughout South Florida and at regional and national conferences. Two additional ensembles, JV-2 and JV-3, also perform regularly. Alumni of the program enjoy active careers performing and directing vocal jazz ensembles throughout the world.
Here are some recent videos of the Jazz Vocal One Ensemble, under the direction of Kate Reid:
