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Oberlin Jazz Ensemble 

Oberlin Jazz Ensemble Performs "Song With Orange" by Charles Mingus (1922--1979). Arr. John Stubblefield. Solo by David Serpan - Nov. 2023

This 21-piece Big Band ensemble is part of the curriculum at the Oberlin Conservatory directed by trombonist Chris Anderson. They perform in Finney Chapel during the academic year and have appeared at college festivals throughout the United States. The jazz ensemble presents standard repertoire and new works including pieces by student composers. Recent guest artists who have worked with the ensemble include Nicholas Payton, Michael Mossman, Rufus Reid, John and Gerald Clayton, Justin Robinson, Steve Davis, and Andre Heyward.

Bluescreen
Jazz Band

Bluescreen performs "Cosmic Latte" by David Serpan at La Marinda Music, Lafayette, CA - July 2022.

Seeking to satisfy all of the nutritional needs of the audience, David and trombonist Henry Newquist started a project called "The Menu" which featured all original music themed around building a multicourse meal with fantastical dishes prepared by their respective chefs. "Cosmic Latte," named after the color of space, takes the enjoyer on a galactic journey with open, floaty, and frothy textures yet grounded in bitter and familiar flavors.​

- David Serpan, Tenor Saxophone
- Henry Newquist, Trombone
- Will Last, Piano
- Will Lee, Bass
- Sean Patterson, Drums

Small Ensemble

Jazz quintet lead by bassist Will Scheer at the Oberlin Conservatory, OH performing "Blues a La Carte" by Wayne Shorter live at the Birenbaum. Solo by David Serpan - March 2025

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David Serpan: Saxophone

Avery Ghose: Trumpet
Ori Josell: Drums

Mika Bradburn: Piano

Will Scheer: Bass