SRJO is the Northwest's premier big band jazz ensemble. Founded in 1995, the 17-piece big band is made up of some of the most prominent jazz soloists and band leaders in the Pacific Northwest.
For almost three decades, the SRJO was co-directed by drummer Clarence Acox, nationally recognized director of bands at Seattle's Garfield High School, and saxophonist/arranger Michael Brockman, a long-time faculty member at the University of Washington School of Music. Michael has recently retired after 31 years and SRJO welcomes GRAMMY nominated musician Orrin Evans as our new Artistic Director for the 2026-2027 season!
Upcoming Events
A Juneteenth / Father's Day Celebration
at Benaroya Hall Lasts 1 hour
- Sat, Jun 19, 2027 7:30pm
- Sun, Jun 20, 2027 2:00pm