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Friday Day Performances - FREE

Friday Night Concert with Vanguard Jazz Orchestra - $35

Saturday Day Performances - FREE

Saturday Night Concert with Finals Play off - FREE
 

Why Purchase a Ticket for the Friday Evening Concert?

Make the most of your festival experience by joining us for the special night event on Friday at 7:00PM. While daytime performances are free, the evening Friday concert offers an elevated and unforgettable experience. Please note: The evening concert is free only for participating directors and students.

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Benefits of purchasing a ticket include:

  • Guaranteed entry to the Friday evening concert

  • Preferred seating closer to the stage for the best view

  • A featured performance by the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra

  • The opportunity to support the event and its performers

 

Don’t miss this highlight of the festival—secure your seat and enjoy an incredible night of live jazz!

JOIN US APRIL 24 - 25, 2026

Featuring Middle School, High School, and College Ensembles!

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SCHEDULE 

 

Friday, April 24

  • 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM - Performance #1
    30-minute time slots on an outdoor stage

  • Trumpet master class at 3:30 PM

  • 7:30 PM - Featuring:

    THE VANGAURD JAZZ ORCHESTRA!
    and the LPAA Jazz Band and Jazz Choir
     

  • 10:00 PM - Jam Session
     

Saturday, April 25

  • 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM - Performance #2
    30-minute time slots on a different stage with a different set of judges

  • Various clinics and master classes
    throughout the day

  • 6:45 PM - Finals competition with the top finalists' performance play-off

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