NCCU Jazz Studies Presents: Jazz Week 2026
North Carolina Central University Jazz Studies presents the 36th Annual NCCU Jazz Festival.
April 20–23, 2026
North Carolina Central University 36th Annual Jazz Festival
Jazz Studies Student Combos: Vocal Jazz Combo and Jazz Ensemble 2
Kick off Jazz Week with an intimate evening featuring emerging voices and developing ensembles. This performance highlights the next generation of NCCU Jazz talent, blending vocal harmony with instrumental creativity in a close-up setting.
Monday, April 20, at 7 p.m.
Location: BN Duke Practice Room
Jazz Studies Student Combos: Combo 1, Combo 2 and Combo 3
Experience small group jazz at its finest. NCCU’s combos bring improvisation, individuality, and experimentation to the stage, offering a dynamic and personal take on the jazz tradition.
Tuesday, April 21, at 7 p.m.
Location: BN Duke Practice Room
Faculty Jazz Ensemble
Join us for an evening led by the masters. NCCU faculty take the stage to showcase their artistry, musicianship, and deep roots in jazz performance and education. This is a rare opportunity to hear the educators behind the program in a live setting.
Wednesday, April 22, at 7 p.m.
Location: BN Duke Practice Room
Jazz Week Finale: Vocal Jazz and Big Band Homecoming Concert
Fresh off their Carnegie Hall performance, NCCU’s Vocal Jazz Ensemble and Big Band return home for a powerful night of Eagle Jazz. Joined by alumni, this homecoming concert celebrates the legacy, excellence, and future of NCCU Jazz.
Thursday, April 23. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Location: H. M. Michaux, Jr. School of Education Building, 700 Cecil Street, Durham, NC
Admission is free.
Support NCCU Jazz Week
We cannot do this work without the support of our community. Your gift directly supports student success, performance opportunities, and the continued excellence of NCCU Jazz Studies.
Suggested donation: $10–$20 to support student musicians, travel opportunities, and the continued growth of NCCU Jazz.
Give to:
- Jazz Ensemble Studies Fund
Supports continued excellence and innovation across NCCU Jazz ensembles - NCCU Vocal Jazz Ensemble Fund
Supports performances, travel, and vocal jazz programming - Jazz Curriculum Scholarship
Supports students pursuing jazz studies at NCCU
