2019 Jazz in the Chi/Regional Essentially Ellington High School Jazz Band Festival Registration 

The Jazz Institute of Chicago, in partnership with Jazz at Lincoln Center, is holding the Jazz in the Chi/ Regional Essentially Ellington High School Jazz Band Festival to allow High School Jazz Bands the opportunity to perform and attend clinics, jam sessions, instrumental workshops, and master classes taught by world renowned jazz artists/educators.

For Big Bands: All schools bringing a big band to the festival must be members of Essentially Ellington. Joining Essentially Ellington is FREE and can be completed in minutes by CLICKING THIS LINK. All big bands must also perform at least one (1) chart from the Essentially Ellington list. 

For Combos: If you are only bringing a combo, you are not required to join Essentially Ellington or perform any tunes from the Essentially Ellington list.

The deadline to register is DECEMBER 17, 2018!