Hill College welcomes UTA Jazz Orchestra for free performance

  Ashlee Ferguson
  Tuesday, October 27, 2026 11:01 AM
  Performing Arts, Student Activities

Hillsboro, TX

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Hill College will welcome the University of Texas at Arlington Jazz Orchestra to the Hill County campus on Monday, November 9, as part of the 33rd annual Phillip H. Lowe Performing Arts Series. The performance will begin at 7 p.m. at the Vara Martin Daniel Performing Arts Center, 112 Lamar Drive in Hillsboro. Admission is free and open to the public.  

The performance continues Hill College’s longstanding tradition of bringing outstanding artists and diverse performing arts experiences to the community. Established during the 1993-94 academic year, the series has provided free performances for students, employees, and community members.  

The University of Texas at Arlington is widely recognized for its music programs, and its jazz ensembles have a strong tradition of musical excellence. The orchestra’s appearance at Hill College will offer audience members an opportunity to experience live jazz performed by talented university musicians. 

“We are thrilled to bring the UTA Jazz Orchestra to Hill College,” said Professor of Music and Coordinator of Visual & Performing Arts Larry McCord. “Recognized nationally and internationally for its excellence, the ensemble represents an extraordinary opportunity for our students and community to experience world-class jazz. We are grateful to Professor Tim Ishii for embracing our invitation and for his dedication to sharing jazz and its uniquely American tradition with new audiences.” 

Other events this semester are: 

  • Fall Choir Concert: New Horizons by the Hill College Singers on November 16 at 7 p.m. 
  • Holiday Show by the Hill College Players on December 3 at 7 p.m. and December 5 at 2 and 5 p.m. 
  • Performing Arts Series: Daniel Adam Maltz (Fortepiano lecture and concert) on February 23, 2027 with a lecture prior to a 7 p.m. performance 
  • Spring Show by the Hill College Players on March 10 and 11, 2027 at 7 p.m. 
  • Performing Arts Series: Orpheus Chamber Singers on April 1, 2027 at 7 p.m. 
  • Visual and Performing Arts Student Showcase on May 6, 2027 at 7 p.m. 

Become a member of the Phillip H. Lowe Performing Arts Series and support the future performances in the series for years to come. Membership levels include: a BENEFACTOR ($100), a SUSTAINER ($50), a PATRON ($25), or a SUPPORTER ($10) of the Hill College Performing Arts Series. For a donation of $1,000 or more, you can become a LIFETIME BENEFACTOR. Names of donors appear in each program. 

All supporting donations are charitable contributions. Your donation can be made in person, by calling 254.659.7883, or mailing a check or money order to: 

Larry McCord 
Hill College Visual and Performing Arts 
112 Lamar Dr. 
Hillsboro, Texas 76645 

For more information on the Phillip H. Lowe Performing Arts Series and Hill College Performing Arts, please visit hillcollege.edu/CampusLife/PerformingArts. 

All performances are free and open to the public. Seating is first come, first served.