Meet the Orchestra
Under the leadership of artistic director and trumpet virtuoso Byron Stripling, the Columbus Jazz Orchestra (CJO) is breaking new ground while continuing to honor the rich heritage of jazz. Byron directs this talented ensemble in new commissioned works as well as exciting new arrangements of jazz classics, making it a can’t-miss performance destination for visiting guest artists.
Music is food for the soul, and with season after season of inspiring, uplifting performances, the CJO is making audiences stand up and shout for more.
Photography by Stephen Pariser
Byron Stripling
Artistic Director
Bob Breithaupt
Drums
Bobby Floyd
Keyboards
Chris Berg
Bass
Byron Rooker
Saxophone
Michael Cox
Saxophone
Pete Mills
Saxophone
Steve Genteline
Saxophone
Wes Orr
Trumpet
Bob Everhart
Trumpet
Jim Powell
Trumpet
Dwight Adams
Trumpet
Linda Landis
Trombone
Jim Masters
Trombone
Pat Lewis
Trombone
Ryan Hamilton
Trombone
