Faculty

The VSU jazz faculty consists of applied teachers on saxophone, trumpet, trombone, guitar, piano, bass and drums. These teachers have an extensive professional background and perform regularly as the VSU Faculty Jazz Combo.

• David Springfield : Director of Jazz Studies, Piano
• Zach Stern : Saxophone, Combos, Improv
• Ryan Smith : Drums
• Douglas Farwell : Trombone
• Paul Morelli : Trumpet, Combos
• Tod Leavitt : Bass
• Jay Hicks : Guitar
• Curt Kimbrough : New Jazz Ensemble