Jazz Band

Experience an inspiring celebration of jazz education, performance, and excellence at the Bethune-Cookman University Middle School & High School Jazz Explosion. Rooted in B-CU’s proud tradition of artistic excellence, scholarship, and service, this festival brings together outstanding middle school, high school, and collegiate jazz ensembles for a day of performance, evaluation, and musical growth.

Participating ensembles will perform for nationally respected clinicians and adjudicators who are active educators and professional musicians. The festival reflects Bethune-Cookman University’s commitment to fostering leadership, creativity, and excellence through music education.

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Festival Highlights

  • Performance-based adjudication in a supportive learning environment
  • Written and verbal feedback from distinguished jazz educators
  • Opportunities for students to engage with collegiate-level clinicians
  • A professional festival experience on the Bethune-Cookman University campus