March 28-29, 2025
March 28-29, 2025
Established in 1993, the Collin Jazz Fest features performances by middle school and
high school jazz bands from across the region, as well as evening concerts featuring
Collin College jazz students and faculty. Each participating ensemble will receive
an on-stage clinic with one of our adjudicators immediately following their performance.
Our festival is designed as an educational festival, so while we do not give 1st-2nd-3rd
place trophies or UIL-style ratings, we do recognize outstanding bands with plaques
and outstanding performer certificates will be awarded to deserving students. Each
year, a special featured guest artist is invited to perform and teach at the festival.
This year's Festival features world-renowned jazz saxophonist and educator Jeff Antoniuk.
FESTIVAL SCHEDULE
Friday, March 28
Opening Concert featuring Jeff Antoniuk with Collin Jazz Faculty and Jazz Combo PM,
7 p.m., Wylie Campus Conference Center
Saturday, March 29
Participating school ensemble performances and clinics, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m., John Anthony
Theatre and other campus venues
Jeff Antoniuk Masterclass, 1 p.m., Wylie Campus Conference Center
Awards Concert featuring Jeff Antoniuk with Collin Jazz Lab Band and Jazztet, 7 p.m.,
Wylie Campus Conference Center
Note: Evening concerts are FREE to attend.
REGISTRATION POLICIES
REGISTRATION IS NOW FULL, but please submit this form if you'd like to be on the waiting list.
Registration fee is $250 per band.
Registration is complete after completed form and payment have both been received.
Cancellations prior to March 1, 2025 will receive a full refund.
After March 1, no further registration refunds will be made.
Please contact Jazz Festival director Kevin McNerney for further information.