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Collegiate Combo Competition Winner
The Detroit Jazz Festival Foundation recognizes the excellence and opportunities in Michigan’s college and university jazz programs. Once seen as peripheral, these programs are now integral parts of many music departments, led by leading jazz artists offering mentorship, knowledge, creative guidance, and performance opportunities.
The Detroit Jazz Festival Foundation celebrates the strong jazz programs at Michigan colleges and universities, highlighting their evolution from previously marginalized studies to respected academic programs. Today, jazz degree programs and ensembles are central within many music departments nationwide. These programs are led by prominent jazz artists who provide students with valuable mentoring, information, creative direction, and unique performance experiences.
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