ANN E. PITZER CENTER. Under the direction of Otto Lee with additional coaching by Michael Schwagerus, the Jazz Combos perform a variety of classic and contemporary jazz favorites. 5p—7p. Free
ANN E. PITZER CENTER. The Shinkoskey Noon Concert features Ricardo Martinez and Juan Carlos Entrambasaguas, saxophone, with Natsuki Fukasawa, piano, performing Francis Poulenc's "Trio," Karalyn Schubring's "Powerhouse," Jennifer Higdon's "Lullaby," and Jun Nagao's "Paganini Lost." 12p—1p. Free
ANN E. PITZER CENTER. This Shinkoskey Noon Concert features the world premiere of "Three London Etudes," a composition by alum Ryan Suleiman inspired by the paintings of Peter London with Sakurako Kanemitsu, piano. 12p—1p. Free
ANN E. PITZER CENTER. Ensemble-in-residence at UC Davis, the Empyrean Ensemble presents engaging and eclectic programs, inviting audiences to experience new musical sensations delivered with high artistry by its extraordinary players. 2p—3:30p. Free
ANN E. PITZER CENTER. Ensemble Dal Niente performs a 2nd concert featuring new and experimental chamber music and an uncommonly broad range of contemporary music. 7:30p—9p. $12—27.50
ANN E. PITZER CENTER. Ensemble Dal Niente performs new and experimental chamber music with dedication, virtuosity, and an exploratory spirit. Flexible and adaptable, Dal Niente presents an uncommonly broad range of contemporary music, guiding listeners towards music that transforms existing ideas and subverts convention. 7:30p—9p. $12—27.50
ANN E. PITZER CENTER. Featuring new contemporary music, the Taproot New Music Festival begins with a free performance featuring Ensemble Dal Niente and the Empyrean Ensemble, UC Davis ensemble-in-residence. 12p—1p. Free
ANN E. PITZER CENTER. Program: works to be announced. Otto Lee, director and UC Davis lecturer in music. 5p—7p. Free
