A non-competitive sharing of music between both vocal and
instrumental jazz ensembles. It is the expectation that
groups will stay and listen to each other. When possible
the performance schedule will alternate between vocal and
instrumental groups.
This year we are adding a combo division in addition to large
instrumental and vocal jazz ensembles. The festival is non-
competitive, however groups will be adjudicated (ratings by request)
and given clinics. No awards will be made for ensemble performance.
Ensembles will be given feedback in clinic form of approximately
20-25 minutes with an adjudicator following each performance.
Central’s top jazz ensembles will perform at the end of the day with
a guest artist during which outstanding musicians from the day will
be recognized. Large ensembles should be comprised of at least 12
members with a maximum of 30 members. Groups smaller than 12 will be
considered combos.
We welcome and encourage schools to bring combos, instrumental and vocal groups. We also encourage schools to bring multiple groups in each genre, if desired. We are able to
accommodate middle school and high school groups. If your school
is entering multiple ensembles, regardless of genre, please use a separate entry form for each.
Due to the nature of the event, there is no need for divisions within vocal and instrumental genres. Groups will be evaluated against a standard, and be given feedback appropriately, regardless of size, age, or experience.
A master time schedule and other information will be sent to all ensemble directors in mid December. Groups will be scheduled according to date of confirmation and completed payment, performance time preference and distance from the festival site. There is a limit on the number of applicants that can be accepted. The more quickly the confirmation is sent, the better.
Each group will be limited to 25 minutes for warm-up in an assigned rehearsal room. This room will contain chairs, stands and a piano but no other equipment.
The festival will provide the equipment listed below at each performance site:
- PA System w/ 2 solo mics, piano mic and 16 vocal mics
- Acoustic Piano
- Bass Amp
- Guitar Amp
- Music Stands, Chairs
- Drum Set (NO cymbals)
***This means you will need to bring your own cymbals and stands***
One adjudicator will write evaluation and comments throughout the day. Another pair of adjudicators will rotate for presentation of clinics following each performance. For combos, the adjudication judge will also be the clinic judge.
Each group will perform two or more selections within the 25-minute time limit. It is strongly suggested that all music be in the jazz style, and include a jazz ballad.
Each group will be given a CD recording shortly after their performance.
The JMIJF will take place in the CWU Music Building. Completed in 2004, this facility boasts pristine acoustics, state-of-the-art recording and first-class surroundings. When inside you won't know you're in Ellensburg!
Registration/check in the days of he festival is in the New Music Building foyer. The festival will start at approximately 8:30am and end at approximately 6pm each day. (We promise!)
Each group will receive a certificate of appreciation and outstanding musicians will be recognized and given certificates.
For more information, contact Festival Director Chris Bruya
at 509-963-1426, or email bruyac@cwu.edu
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