The annual MTSU Jazz Festival is scheduled for Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the MTSU School of Music in Murfreesboro. The all-day festival welcomes jazz ensembles from middle schools, high schools, and universities for performances and educational workshops.
Festival Details
The MTSU Jazz Festival runs all day on March 28, 2026, at the MTSU School of Music campus, located at 1301 E Main Street in Murfreesboro. The event is free and open to the public, making it accessible to both participants and community members who want to attend as audience members.
What to Expect
The festival features performances from student jazz ensembles at various skill levels, from middle school groups through university-level performers. Educational workshops provide participating musicians with instruction and feedback from experienced jazz educators and performers. The festival format gives young musicians an opportunity to perform in front of an audience and learn from peers at other schools.
MTSU School of Music
Middle Tennessee State University's School of Music is one of the largest music programs in Tennessee, offering undergraduate and graduate degrees across multiple areas of study including jazz performance and commercial music. The School of Music regularly hosts concerts, recitals, and festivals that are open to the Murfreesboro community.
Attending the Festival
The MTSU Jazz Festival is free to attend. No registration is required for audience members. For more information about the festival, including ensemble registration for participating schools, visit the MTSU Jazz Festival website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the MTSU Jazz Festival free?
Yes, the festival is free and open to the public.
Do I need to register to attend?
No registration is required for audience members. School ensembles wishing to perform should register through the MTSU School of Music.
Where is the MTSU Jazz Festival held?
The festival takes place at the MTSU School of Music, 1301 E Main St, Murfreesboro, TN 37132.
Is parking available?
Parking is available on the MTSU campus. Visitors should check MTSU's campus parking policies for event-day parking information.
Event Details: - Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026 - Time: All Day - Location: MTSU School of Music, 1301 E Main St, Murfreesboro, TN 37132 - Cost: Free - More Info: MTSU Jazz Festival