The University of Indianapolis jazzes up the culture in Indianapolis this week, as our second annual Jazz Week kicked off last night with a great show by the UIndy Jazz Ensemble and special guests Steve Allee and Rich Perry.

The concert was the first in a week of jazz performances that will conclude Feb. 28 with the United Trombone Summit featuring legendary Indianapolis artist Slide Hampton. He will be joined by Steve Turre, Curtis Fuller and Bill Watrous.

Perry and Allee will be back on the stage of the Ruth Lilly Performance Hall this week as well. Perry's solo show is Wednesday at 7:30 and Allee will return with his big band Thursday at 7:30. Cincinnati's Blue Wisp Big Band will take the stage Friday night at 7:30.

Jazz Week is a great way for UIndy to leave an impact on the arts in Indianapolis! For more info, check out our Arts Site!