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Sunday, January 25, 2026, 3 pm
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MICHIGAN TECH MUSIC SERIES EVENT
Join us for Backstage Jazz: Small Groups, a concert featuring Michigan Tech's diverse and talented small group ensembles led by Drew Kilpela and Adam Meckler including JazTec, Techtonics, Sleeptalkers, E=Jazz², and Momentum.
The Rozsa's backstage transforms into the perfect jazz club setting to enjoy a program of music spanning the history of jazz. Encompassing classic, contemporary, funk, and fusion styles, the performances will showcase impressive improvisational skills and unique musical arrangements.
Things to know
DATE | Saturday-Sunday, January 24-25, 2026
TIME | Two shows: Saturday 7:30 p.m. and Sunday 3 p.m.
LOCATION | Rozsa Backstage
EST. RUN TIME | Approx. 150 mins. with intermission
SEATING | General Admission
PUBLIC TICKETS | Pay As You're Able Tickets ($20 Full Fee) What is Pay As You're Able?
MICHIGAN TECH STUDENT RUSH TICKETS | Request from the Rozsa Box Office in advance or walk up What is Student Rush?
CONTENT GUIDANCE | Loud music. Earplugs available by request. View all Accessibility Services.
Rozsa Lobby is open 8 a.m.-8 p.m. M-F and 1-8 p.m. on Saturdays. Seating begins a half hour prior to the event start time. View Rozsa Box Office Hours.
Thanks to Our Sponsors
Support for this Michigan Tech Music Event provided by:
and the Visual and Performing Arts Circle of Supporters.
About the Performers
JazTec
JazTec is a dynamic 5 to 7-piece jazz combo that specializes in contemporary jazz, funk, and original styles. The instrumentation of 3 horns and rhythm section allows each member ample opportunity to explore jazz improvisation and composition and to develop an individual style.
Momentum
MOMENTUM is a dynamic blend of horns, vocal and rhythm section that regularly competes in jazz festivals and has an active performance schedule. In addition to frequent campus concerts, these combos often perform in local clubs, at jazz festivals, records CD's, and tours with the Jazz Lab Band each year. They have been selected as the Outstanding Jazz Combo at the UW-Eau Claire Jazz Festival on three occasions and twice at the Aquinas College Jazz Festival.
Velocity
Velocity is a classic small jazz combo playing traditional jazz. Their sound evokes the golden age of jazz, with a focus on swing, intricate improvisation, and a strong foundation in the genre's roots.
Prince’s Point
Prince's Point is a dynamic four-piece Jazz Fusion band delivering a high-energy blend of jazz, funk, and rock.
ABOUT MICHIGAN TECH JAZZ
Michigan Tech Jazz, led by Director Jazz Studies Adam Meckler and Drew Kilpela, brings the Keweenaw a wide range of jazz experiences performed by students, local performers, and national names. Its diverse ensembles transform the Rozsa backstage into an intimate jazz club and blow off the roof with the annual Don Keranen Memorial Jazz Festival.
Meet the performers, creative team, and production team in the event's digital program. Programs are published at least one day prior to the event.
About the Presenter
The Michigan Tech Music Series unites students, faculty, and community members for a vibrant season of live music in the Keweenaw. Enjoy the commanding Keweenaw Symphony and experience Michigan Tech Jazz as it transforms the Rozsa and McArdle Theatre into Orchestra, stirring Michigan Tech Choirs, and inventive New Music events. Feel the dynamic energy of the Superior Wind Symphony, Campus Concert Band, and iconic Huskies Pep Band, intimate jazz clubs.
Part of the annual Rozsa Season, the Michigan Tech Art, Music, and Theatre Series are presented by the Visual and Performing Arts Department. Through these series, students from across campus, community members, and faculty create art that connects us to the world. With majors in audio production and technology, sound design, theatre and entertainment technology, and nine minors, the department fosters creativity, self-motivation, and the development of practical and artistic skills. Everyone is welcome, and there's something for everyone.
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