ADULT JAZZ ENSEMBLES
Join an Adult Small Ensemble or the MJI Big Band
Whether you're a seasoned player, someone picking up the horn again after many years, or just learning about jazz, MJI has a place for you. Our adult jazz ensembles are coached by some of the area's finest jazz musicians and provide top-notch education, performance opportunities, and a fun social scene.
Interested in joining? Want to learn more? Please complete the MJI Ensemble Interest Form. MJI forms new ensembles throughout the year. Let us know if you would like to join a small combo, theory class, or the big band, even if the current term has already begun.
SCHEDULE
All rehearsals and classes are held at the Jazz Gallery Center for the Arts (926 E Center Street, Milwaukee, WI 53212).
Planned absences should be reported through the MJI Absence Registration form. Please let us know as soon as you learn of a schedule conflict. We need time to find a sub in order to hold a constructive rehearsal in your absence.
2025 SPRING TERM - $335 (15 sessions)
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MISTERIOSO ENSEMBLE
Mondays from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Start date: January 13, 2025
No rehearsal on March 24 and April 21, 2025
Last rehearsal: May 5, 2025
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BLUE NOTE ENSEMBLE
Wednesdays from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Start date: January 15, 2025
No rehearsal on March 26 and April 23, 2025
Last rehearsal: May 7, 2025
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SIDEWINDER ENSEMBLE
Wednesdays from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Start date: January 15, 2025
No rehearsal on March 26 and April 23, 2025
Last rehearsal: May 7, 2025
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GIANT STEPS ENSEMBLE
Wednesdays from 9:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Start date: January 15, 2025
No rehearsal on March 26 and April 23, 2025
Last rehearsal: May 7, 2025
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2025 SUMMER TERM - $135 (6 sessions)
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MISTERIOSO ENSEMBLE
Mondays from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Start date: July 14, 2025
Last rehearsal: August 18, 2025​
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BLUE NOTE ENSEMBLE
Wednesdays from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Start date: July 16, 2025
Last rehearsal: August 20, 2025
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SIDEWINDER ENSEMBLE
Wednesdays from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Start date: July 16, 2025
Last rehearsal: August 20, 2025
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GIANT STEPS ENSEMBLE
Wednesdays from 9:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Start date: July 16, 2025
Last rehearsal: August 20, 2025
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2025 FALL TERM - $335 (15 sessions)​
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MISTERIOSO ENSEMBLE
Mondays from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Start date: September 8, 2025
No rehearsal dates: TBA
Last rehearsal: TBA
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BLUE NOTE ENSEMBLE
Wednesdays from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Start date: September 11, 2024
No rehearsal dates: TBA
Last rehearsal: TBA
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SIDEWINDER ENSEMBLE
Wednesdays from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Start date: September 11, 2024
No rehearsal dates: TBA
Last rehearsal: TBA
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GIANT STEPS ENSEMBLE
Wednesdays from 9:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Start date: September 11, 2024
No rehearsal dates: TBA
Last rehearsal: TBA