Ensembles and Activities
Orchestra
JCMS Orchestra welcomes musicians of all abilities in college to perform exciting orchestral music together. We hold rehearsals once a week, working towards termly concerts in our beautiful chapel. Led by enthusiastic student conductors, our repertoire features both classical favourites and lesser-known works. The David Crighton Concert, in Lent, showcases a Jesuan soloist in a concerto of their choice, whilst our Easter term concert features hits from films and musicals. Just turn up for one of our regular rehearsals on a Monday evening (8-10pm in the chapel)! Email our presidents with any questions.
Recital Series
JCMS holds a varied and popular recital series, with a range of performances coming from both Jesuans and further afield. These recitals take place in our chapel weekly on Saturday at 8pm during Michaelmas and Lent term, and we hold a week-long lunchtime recital series during May Week. If you are interested in performing, please contact our recitals manager.
Gigs
JCMS hosts gigs several times a term, showcasing student bands and performers from across Cambridge. These take place in the Brewery Room throughout the year. If you are interested in performing, please contact our gigs manager.
Chapel Sessions
The Jesus Chapel Sessions Series are a relaxed space for Jesuans to perform alternative musical genres. The popular termly ‘Blues and Chill’ sessions feature some of our most talented acoustic and jazz musicians, and late in Michaelmas term the annual performance of the Snowman is popular with students and staff alike. Please do not hesitate to get in touch with our Chapel Sessions manager if you’d like to perform at one of our chapel sessions.
Jesus Jazz
A new initiative this year, Jesus Jazz will be a jazz ensemble which meets regularly for relaxed jam sessions. As the year progresses and depending on numbers, there may be a re-launch of Jesus Big Band which will meet for regular rehearsals. ​​If you're interested in joining, contact our jazz managers.
Jesus Saxophone Ensemble
After a successful launch last year, the Jesus Saxophone Ensemble will continue to meet regularly for rehearsals and perform termly under the direction of Adrian Ifrim.
Jesus Guitar Ensemble
Launching this year, the Jesus Guitar Ensemble will provide guitarists with a chance to rehearse and perform a range of repertoire under the direction of Dilan Shant.