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This is a free, in-person event hosted on February 3, 2026 CST at 6:30 PM by Waunakee Public Library in Waunakee, WI. No registration necessary for this event. This event will not be available virtually. In this program, the ensemble will delight audiences with 45 to 60 minutes of music from a recent or upcoming concert. There is also an opportunity for informal interaction with the performers after the concert.
Step into the vibrant world of the Blue Note Ensemble, UW–Madison’s premier small jazz group led by nationally acclaimed pianist, composer, and educator Professor Johannes Wallmann. Typically featuring 2–3 frontline instruments—like trumpets, trombones, saxophones, woodwinds, or even high strings—alongside 1–2 comping instruments such as piano, guitar, or vibraphone, plus bass and drums, the group delivers a rich, textured sound that’s both classic and contemporary.
Each semester, the ensemble dives deep into the work of a single iconic jazz artist, offering students the chance to explore that artist’s style, language, and legacy in depth. Past focuses have included jazz legends such as Horace Silver, Joe Henderson, and Art Blakey, among others.
In this program, the ensemble will delight audiences with 45 to 60 minutes of music from a recent or upcoming concert. There is also an opportunity for informal interaction with the performers after the concert.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
201 N Madison St, Waunakee, WI 53597-1045, United States
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