(2023 Conn-Selmer Centerstage Jazz Band)
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MusicFest Canada, “The Nationals” invites you to audition for the Conn-Selmer Centerstage Jazz Band, an honour group for exceptional jazz students. CSCJB is open to applicants 19 years of age and under as of January 1, 2027.
Under the direction of esteemed saxophonist/educator Christine Jensen (Eastman School of Music), the 2027 CSCJB will gather in Calgary, AB from May 9-14, 2027 in preparation and presentation of jazz ensemble masterworks.
Membership in the CSCJB includes eligibility for some of more than $50,000 of industry-sponsored scholarships.
The fee for successful applicants is $90. If you have any questions about the CSCJB, please email Neil Yorke-Slader (neil.yorke-slader@musicfest.
Accommodations for out-of-town honour ensemble members have been arranged at the Mount Royal University residences in Calgary. Honour ensemble members are encouraged to stay at the residence, but ARE NOT required to do so.
MusicFest is subsidizing the cost to have honour ensemble members reside close to the rehearsal locations. Because of this subsidy, they are limited to members of the honour groups and can only be booked through the MusicFest Canada office. These arrangements are limited to six (6) nights only. For those wishing to stay at the Mount Royal residences, the cost is $495.00 for the week. If you have a preference for the person sharing the room, that can be indicated on your online registration if you are accepted into the ensemble.
Check In: Sunday, May 9, 2027, 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Check Out: Saturday, May 15, 2027, 11:00am
Transportation to and from Calgary is the responsibility of each individual musician. Any honour ensemble member travelling by air to Calgary will be met promptly by MusicFest staff either wearing a MusicFest T-shirt and/or carrying a MusicFest sign. We will provide ground transportation to the hotel (and back).
Please note: The audition requirements for the York University National Youth Jazz Combo and the Conn-Selmer Centerstage Jazz Band are identical. Your application for either ensemble will automatically qualify as your application for the other. DO NOT SUBMIT TWO SEPARATE APPLICATIONS. The deadline for applications is January 22, 2027.
