Dr. Andy Nevala is a highly accomplished and well-respected musician, composer, arranger, and educator, with extensive experience in jazz studies. He is currently the Director of Jazz Studies at Jacksonville State University, where he directs multiple ensembles and oversees the jazz combo program. Dr. Nevala has received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career, including 10 individual Downbeat Music Awards for composition, arranging, and performing/directing.
