The Chicago Jazz Ensemble with Artistic Director Dana Hall is recognized as one of the leading jazz ensembles in the United States. The CJE has been resident at Columbia College Chicago since 1965.
The CJE strives to integrate tradition with innovation by presenting and reinterpreting the classics of big-band repertoire as well as championing the new creative voices of the 21st century.
The CJE is equally committed to music education and to nurturing the next generation of jazz artists and listeners by providing young people with mentorship, training, and performance opportunities.
