2 upcoming events with the trumpet tag

Byron Stripling Carmen Bradford

Byron Stripling, known for his dynamic stage presence and powerful trumpet skills, has toured with the legendary Count Basie Orchestra, bringing jazz classics to life with his extraordinary talent and charisma. His performances are not only a tribute to the greats of jazz but also a showcase of his own unique style and improvisational prowess. Carmen Bradford, a Grammy-nominated vocalist, has performed with top-tier ensembles such as the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra, enchanting listeners with her warm, expressive voice and impeccable phrasing. She has shared the stage with icons like Wynton Marsalis and Doc Severinsen, demonstrating her versatility and artistry across various musical settings. This event is made possible by the College of Fine Arts and the Arts Alive program.

Ball State Jazz Sherrie Maricle

Enjoy a concert of standard jazz favorites and original compositions with the Ball State University Jazz Ensembles and guest artist Sherrie Maricle, renowned jazz percussionist. The ensembles are under the direction of Mark Buselli.

Learn more about the Ball State University Jazz Ensembles.

Sherrie Maricle leads The DIVA Jazz Orchestra, her quintet FIVE PLAY and co-leads the 3D Jazz Trio. She is also a busy freelance performer, a published composer/arranger and a dedicated educator, clinician, guest conductor and soloist.

With her bands Sherrie has performed at many of the world’s most acclaimed music venues and festivals, from Lincoln Center to the Kennedy Center, the Hollywood Bowl and beyond. Additionally, Sherrie and DIVA were featured at the 2017 NEA Jazz Master’s Awards Ceremony, the soundtrack for the NBC-Macy’s Fireworks Spectacular; on CBS Sunday Morning with Charles Osgood, on TCM’s televised broadcast of the 25th Anniversary of the Kennedy Center and NHK Japan’s New York Jazz. The band also co-stars in the award-winning documentary film The Girls in the Band.

Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office located at Sursa Hall.

Purchase Options

• ONLINE
• Phone: 765-285-8749
• In person: Monday through Friday from Noon to 5 p.m., or starting 1 hour before the performance

Parking is available in the McKinley Parking Garage (entrance on Ashland Avenue) located immediately south of Sursa Hall. Metered parking ($1/hr) is available on the first floor of the garage until 7 p.m. at which time parking is free.