Led by Jamiia Franklin, SMSE JAZZ is a 13-piece rotating jazz ensemble specializing in live performances across South-East Michigan. The ensemble performs a sophisticated mix of jazz standards and modern fusion arrangements, providing professional live music tailored for any stage or event.
SMSE JAZZ’s first headlining concert was July 19th, 2025 at 6:30 pm. This night of Jazz featured an opening set by Iridescent Bloom, a performance of Pink Panther’s opening theme by the SMSE SAXES, several jazz standards and modern tunes covered by SMSE JAZZ, as well as a live performance of new the collaborative single, “No eenfo, just K H A O S.”
Watermelon Man, as performed during this concert, is available on all popular music streaming services.
no eenfo, just K H A O S is also available on streaming services, including YouTube, as a part of Iridescent Bloom's EP A Glitch In The Garden.
Closing Performance for The Washtenaw Community Concert Band Ensemble Concert, Sunday, April 12th 2:00pm
SMSE JAZZ will be performing an upbeat, Jazz fusion, setlist that includes "Busted!" from Phineas and Ferb, "Tank!" from Coyboy Bebop, Watermelon Man from Herbie Hancock's 'Takin Off,' and original tune, "no eenfo just K H A O S."
2:00pm at the WCC Morris Lawrence Atrium
for information: https://wccband.org/
Annual SMSE JAZZ Summer Concert, Date TBA
SMSE JAZZ will be performing jazz standards and fusion arrangements live in their second annual concert. This free event will feature old favorites, reimaginings, and a new SMSE JAZZ original tune. Several members of SMSE JAZZ will be featured in small groups to highlight their talents.
More information coming in May!