The Ohio State University Jazz Ensemble is the premiere big band in the Ohio State School of Music. Directed by Professor Michael Smith, the ensemble comprises both music majors and highly talented non-majors. Membership is by audition only. The band performs throughout the academic year in the new Timashev Family Music Building on the Ohio State campus, including with headliner guest artists for the annual Ohio State Jazz Festival, now in its 48th year. This is event is FREE, but a ticket is required.