Clark Terry - Phi Mu Alpha Jazz Festival

Celebrate the performance and play your heart out.

The Clark Terry/Phi Mu Alpha Jazz Festival showcases excellent student musicians and guest artists from around the nation, all contributing to a vibrant festival of jazz and the celebration of music performance and education. 

The festival has grown in size every year, becoming known as the premier student event in the region. We look forward to welcoming new student groups, national artists, clinicians, and adjudicators from across the country each year. Our goal is to ensure that every participant leaves the festival energized, with a greater appreciation and knowledge for the art of jazz music and performance.

Dr. Felipe Brito, Festival Director

26th Annual Clark Terry/Phi Mu Alpha Jazz Festival 2026  

  • Feb. 13-14, 2026 

Evening Gala Concert

Featuring Jay Webb, Jazz Trumpet, and the Southeast Missouri State University Jazz Ensembles

Friday, February 13, 2026
7:30 p.m.
Bedell Performance Hall
River Campus 
Tickets: $15

We can't wait to hear and meet you at this year's festival!

Student groups begin at 8 a.m.

Application for Middle and High School Bands

Entry Fee

$185 for each participating band.
Includes:

  • Performance Recording
  • Adjudication
  • Improvisation clinics

Featured Artist

Jay Webb

jay webb poses for a professional portrait, leaning against a streelight post and holding his trumpetJay Webb is a New York musician who performs with Cory Wong, 8bit Big Band, Broadway, Queen Latifah, The NSO, The Roots, and John Legend. Jay’s newest project, The DST Band, is a heartfelt tribute to legendary trumpeter Doc Severinsen. With dazzling recreations of Severinsen’s most memorable performances, the ensemble breathes new life into beloved big band classics such as Stardust, I’m Getting Sentimental Over You, and Flying Home. Today, Jay is widely recognized as one of the world’s premier trumpet players in both live performance and studio settings. Beyond the stage, he is also a highly sought-after clinician, inspiring the next generation of musicians with his artistry and insight.

 

Jazz Festival Registration

If you would like your band to perform during the Clark Terry/Phi Mu Alpha Jazz Festival, registration is required and there is a fee of $185 for the first band or combo.

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