Darden Purcell is a judge for the final round of the Ella Fitzgerald Jazz Vocal Competition, hosted by the Blues Alley Jazz Society!

Mason Jazz Faculty perform an outdoor concert as part of the Center for the Arts Mason Pond series! More details TBD.

Darden Purcell will the vocal instructor at the Davis and Elkins College "Swing Week!"

Tom Lagana and Darden Purcell perform a Valentines Day Show! "The Lovers Jukebox" is an interactive concert where people can request and dedicate songs to their loved ones. Livestreamed on Facebook and YouTube.

Darden Purcell is thrilled to be featured on Carlehr Swanson's "The Artist Series" as part of her Music is Unity Initiative. Watch on Facebook or YouTube!

Darden Purcell will be a featured vocalist with the Shawn Purcell group at the Jazz Education Network virtual conference! Band members include Todd Simon, Regan Brough, Kevin McDonald and Luis Hernandez.

Darden Purcell is the featured guest on "Jazz Tales" hosted by pianist Fred Hughes. Jazz Tales is an intimate setting that spotlights each musician's unique musical and personal tale. This show features live performances and interviews.

Darden Purcell performs with Dave Detwiler's "Christmastime in Washington." Details TBD.

Darden Purcell performs a tribute to Peggy Lee for the Hylton Performing Arts Center Veterans and the Arts Initiative!

Darden Purcell, Lisanne Lyons and Barbara Lewis perform as the Ladies For Liberty for a veterans day celebration at the Ave Maria Law School in Naples, Florida.

Darden Purcell performs with the Shawn Purcell Group at the YardWork concert hosted by Takoma Park Radio Music Director, Michael Philips!

The Darden Purcell Group performs "Lunch in the Park," hosted by the Reston Arts Center. More details TBD.

Darden Purcell will be the featured vocalist with the Shawn Purcell Group at "YardWork Concerts" hosted by Michael Philips!

Darden Purcell is thrilled to be a part of the Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10th Anniversary celebration, featuring Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr!

Darden Purcell is the vocal instructor for the 2020 National Jazz Workshop, online summer camp! Individual voice lessons and master classes available.

Darden Purcell is the vocal instructor for the 2020 National Jazz Workshop, online summer camp! Individual voice lessons and master classes available.

Darden Purcell is the vocal instructor for the 2020 National Jazz Workshop, online summer camp! Individual voice lessons and master classes available.

Darden Purcell is the vocal instructor for the 2020 National Jazz Workshop, online summer camp! Individual voice lessons and master classes available.

Darden Purcell is the vocal instructor for the 2020 National Jazz Workshop, online summer camp! Individual voice lessons and master classes available.

Darden Purcell is excited to be a vocal instructor during "Swing Week" (directed by Wes Crawford) at the Augusta Heritage Center of Davis & Elkins College.

Darden Purcell is excited to be a vocal instructor during "Swing Week" (directed by Wes Crawford) at the Augusta Heritage Center of Davis & Elkins College.

Darden Purcell is excited to be a vocal instructor during "Swing Week" (directed by Wes Crawford) at the Augusta Heritage Center of Davis & Elkins College.

Darden Purcell is excited to be a vocal instructor during "Swing Week" (directed by Wes Crawford) at the Augusta Heritage Center of Davis & Elkins College.

Darden Purcell is excited to be a vocal instructor during "Swing Week" (directed by Wes Crawford) at the Augusta Heritage Center of Davis & Elkins College.

Darden Purcell is excited to be a vocal instructor during "Swing Week" (directed by Wes Crawford) at the Augusta Heritage Center of Davis & Elkins College.

Darden Purcell is excited to be a vocal instructor during "Swing Week" (directed by Wes Crawford) at the Augusta Heritage Center of Davis & Elkins College.

Darden Purcell performs a private event for Sage Entertainment.

Darden Purcell and Shawn Purcell chat and perform as part of the Miami Jazz Cooperative, hosted by Wendy Pederson and Nicky Orta! Other guests include Lisanne Lyons and Barbara Lewis!

Mike Noonan / Darden Purcell duo performs at the Prime Rib Restaurant, Maryland Live Casino

Mason Jazz Studies is proud to host the National Jazz Workshop, directed by Dr. Matt Niess. Commuter and overnight accommodations with evening activities. Registration is open!

Mason Jazz Studies is proud to host the National Jazz Workshop, directed by Dr. Matt Niess. Commuter and overnight accommodations with evening activities. Registration is open!

Mason Jazz Studies is proud to host the National Jazz Workshop, directed by Dr. Matt Niess. Commuter and overnight accommodations with evening activities. Registration is open!

Mason Jazz Studies is proud to host the National Jazz Workshop, directed by Dr. Matt Niess. Commuter and overnight accommodations with evening activities. Registration is open!

Mason Jazz Studies is proud to host the National Jazz Workshop, directed by Dr. Matt Niess. Commuter and overnight accommodations with evening activities. Registration is open!

Mason Jazz Studies is proud to host the National Jazz Workshop, directed by Dr. Matt Niess. Commuter and overnight accommodations with evening activities. Registration will open January 2020!

Darden Purcell and Mike Noonan Video Recording session for the Hylton Performing Arts Center 10th Anniversary Gala!

The Luis Hernandez/Shawn Purcell Group performs "Lunch in the Park," hosted by the Reston Arts Center. More details TBD

Mike Noonan / Darden Purcell duo performs at the Prime Rib Restaurant, Maryland Live Casino.

Mike Noonan / Darden Purcell duo performs at the Prime Rib Restaurant, Maryland Live Casino.

The Mason Jazz Vocal Night, featuring solo vocalists, the Mason Jazz Vocal Ensemble and special guests, Potomac Falls High School!

The Mason Jazz Vocal Ensemble, directed by Darden Purcell, performs as part of the Big Band Jam, hosted by Harry Schnipper and the Blues Alley Society!

Darden Purcell / Tom Lagana perform at the best tapas restaurant in Annapolis, Jalapenos!

Darden Purcell is the featured vocalist with the Fred Hughes group!

Darden Purcell will be a featured performer at the Hylton Gala with Mike Noonan! All proceeds from the gala benefit Hylton Center performances and programs. Unfortunately, this gala was cancelled due to COVID-19. Stay tuned for a rescheduled date!

Grammy® Award-winning composer and conductor Maria Schneider leads Northern Virginia’s own Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra in a night of cool, expressive jazz

Darden Purcell is the guest conductor for the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association, District 9 Jazz Festival, hosted by Vincent LoRusso.

Darden Purcell is the featured vocalist with the Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra, directed by Charlie Young, for their concert "Women in Jazz: On and Off the Concert Hall Stage."

Ladies for Liberty Private Event in Naples, FL. Unfortunately, this event has been cancelled due to COVID-19.

The Mason Latin American Ensemble, Darden Purcell and other guest vocalists celebrate "An Evening in Rio" with the Friends of Music in the Linda Apple-Monson Grand Tier. Proceeds benefit scholarships for the Mason Jazz Studies program.

Mason Jazz (students and faculty), through the George Mason University Global Discovery Program, travel to Campinas and São Paulo Brazil to perform at UNICAMP and venues in São Paulo.

Mason Jazz (students and faculty), through the George Mason University Global Discovery Program, travel to Campinas and São Paulo Brazil to perform at UNICAMP and venues in São Paulo.

Mason Jazz (students and faculty), through the George Mason University Global Discovery Program, travel to Campinas and São Paulo Brazil to perform at UNICAMP and venues in São Paulo.

Darden Purcell, Shawn Purcell, Regan Brough, Juan Megna and members of the Mason Latin American Ensemble perform at Sao Paulo Jazz club, JazzB!

Mason Jazz (students and faculty), through the George Mason University Global Discovery Program, travel to Campinas and São Paulo Brazil to perform at UNICAMP and venues in São Paulo.

Mason Jazz (students and faculty), through the George Mason University Global Discovery Program, travel to Campinas and São Paulo Brazil to perform at UNICAMP and venues in São Paulo.

Darden Purcell, Shawn Purcell, Juan Megna, Regan Brough and Mason Latin American Ensemble members perform at São Cristovão Bar e Restaurante!

Mason Jazz (students and faculty), through the George Mason University Global Discovery Program, travel to Campinas and São Paulo Brazil to perform at UNICAMP and venues in São Paulo.

Mason Jazz (students and faculty), through the George Mason University Global Discovery Program, travel to Campinas and São Paulo Brazil to perform at UNICAMP and venues in São Paulo.

Darden Purcell shares the stage with Martina Marana, Shawn Purcell, Regan Brough, Juan Megna and the Mason Latin American Ensemble for a special performance for International Women's Day at the Valinhos City Hall Theater.

Mason Jazz (students and faculty), through the George Mason University Global Discovery Program, travel to Campinas and São Paulo Brazil to perform at UNICAMP and venues in São Paulo

Mason Jazz (students and faculty), through the George Mason University Global Discovery Program, travel to Campinas and São Paulo Brazil to perform at UNICAMP and venues in São Paulo

Darden Purcell is a special guest with the USAF Airmen of Note at the Mason Jazz Festival!

Mason Jazz Festival 2020! 10:00a.m. - 9:00p.m. at Harris Theatre on the George Mason University Fairfax campus.

Tom Lagana/Darden Purcell duo at Nonna Angela's Italian Bistro and Wine Bar! No cover and free parking.

The Shawn Purcell Group performs at Filament at the Vanderelli Room! Darden Purcell (vocals), Nate Smith (bass) and Ryan Folger (drums).

Darden Purcell presents a voice master class for students at the Conservatory of Music, Capital University, Huntington Recital Hall, hosted by Dr. Chad Payton.

The Shawn Purcell group performs at BOP STOP at the Music Settlement! Darden Purcell (vocals), Nate Smith (bass), Ryan Folger (drums).

Darden Purcell is the featured vocalist with the Tom Lagana Group at Dockside Restaurant and Bar.

The Mason Jazz Faculty perform at Washington DC historic Jazz Club, BLUES ALLEY.

Darden Purcell is the featured vocalist with the Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra, under the direction of Jim Carroll! This concert will celebrate the legacies of Duke Ellington, Count Basie and Charlie Bird Parker!

Darden Purcell will be featured on "Jazz Tales" with pianist Fred Hughes!

Darden Purcell, Lisanne Lyons and Barbara Lewis perform as the Ladies For Liberty for a private event in Naples, Florida.

Darden Purcell is thrilled to bring her band to the "Monday Night Jazz" series at the National Press Club, hosted by Harry Schnipper! Stay tuned for details!