Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz is an internationally recognized ensemble whose mentors include the legendary Herbie Hancock, Herb Alpert and Wayne Shorter. The Fowler Out Loud performance will feature original compositions written by members of the ensemble as well as new works inspired by collections in the Fowler Museum from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 14.
The class of 2018 ensemble at the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music includes Luca Alemanno, Anthony Fung, Julio Flavio Maza Galvez, Alex Hahn, Jon Hatamiya, Simon Moullier and Glenn Tucker.
The Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz Performance is a tuition-free, two-year program that accepts one ensemble of musicians for each class. All students receive full scholarships, as well as stipends to cover their monthly living expenses. The students study both individually and as a small group, receiving personal mentoring, ensemble coaching and lectures on the jazz tradition. They are also encouraged to experiment in expanding jazz in new directions through their compositions and performances.
Visit the Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz online for more information.
No reservation required. Fowler Out Loud is free and open to all.
