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The Wengert Jazz Artist Concert Series

Wengert Jazz Series 2026–27

The Wengert Jazz Artist Concert Series is made possible by local LVC friend and jazz enthusiast, Rich Wengert, who established and made generous donations to the Strohman Fund for Jazz Studies.

Andy Middleton plays saxophone

Andy Middleton, A Homecoming

Thursday, Sept. 17 | 7:30 p.m. | Lutz Hall

Join us for a Jazz Night with Saxophonist Andy Middleton, in Concert with the Ƶ Jazz Orchestra and Faculty Jazz X/tet.

About Andy Middleton

A native of Central PA, Middleton has established himself as a dominant voice in the jazz world, both at home and abroad. He has performed or recorded with many prominent artists and has released several albums under his own name. Since 2006, he has resided in Vienna, Austria, where he teaches saxophone, composition, and arranging at the University of Vienna.

Adam Rogers

Adam Rogers Trio

Tuesday, Nov. 10 | Masterclass, 11 a.m. | Concert, 7:30 p.m. | Zimmerman Recital Hall

Heard on over 250 recordings, critically acclaimed jazz guitarist, Adam Rogers, brings his trio to campus, featuring Scott Colley and Obed Calvaire.

Note: This is a ticketed event.

The U.S. Army Blues Sax Section

The US Army Blues

Tuesday, Feb. 16 | Concert, 7:30 p.m. | Location TBD

Part of the “Pershing’s Own,” the US Army Blues jazz ensemble has been entertaining and educating audiences across the country since 1972, sharing the legacy and tradition of jazz.

This concert is free and open to the public. No tickets required.

John Daversa

Spring Jazz Residency: John Daversa & the All Without Words Project

April 26–30

Grammy-winning jazz artist John Daversa returns to LVC for a special concert premiering Dr. Justin Morell’s brand-new arrangement of his concerto for trumpet, All Without Words, featuring the Ƶ Jazz Orchestra and the LVC Concert Choir.

During Daversa’s week-long residency, he will also teach a masterclass, work with students, give a pre-concert lecture, and be involved in other programming surrounding the LVC premiere of All Without Words.

Details forthcoming.

More LVC Jazz Happenings 2026–27

  • August 29, 2 p.m. | The Ƶ Jazz Orchestra, Play Music on Your Porch Day, Mt. Gretna
  • September 26, 3 p.m. | The Ƶ Jazz Orchestra, Fall Outdoor Concert, Trinity Lutheran Church, Colebrook
  • September 29, 11 a.m., Lutz Hall | Common Hour Jazz, featuring the Ƶ X/tet, LVC’s jazz faculty group
  • October 27, 11 a.m., Lutz Hall | Common Hour Jazz.
  • November 19, 7:30 p.m., Lutz Hall | Contemporary Styles Combo and Workshop Concert
  • December 1, 7:30 p.m., Leedy Theater | The Ƶ Jazz Orchestra Annual Fall Concert.