★ Congratulations to our 2026 NJF Vocal Soloist winner Luz Velasquez from Celia Cruz Bronz High School of Music

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★ Students entering the Jazz Vocal Solo Category must be registered by their school director or                   other school official.

 

★ Students will submit their vocal video recordings consisting of 2 vocal selections of varying Jazz styles by December 18, 2025. Each selection should not exceed 5 minutes in length.

 

★ The top 5 High School and top 5 Collegiate vocalists chosen by the committee will be invited to attend the 2027 National Jazz Festival and compete in a live performance setting.

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★ The Top 5 High School & Top 5 Collegiate Students and Alternates will be informed of their selection status by January 18, 2027.

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★ Music will be emailed to the 5 students selected to perform for our adjudicators at the National Jazz Festival. We have scheduled an on line session for March 3rd to help you prepare for the April 17th finals competition. 

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★All Vocal Soloist participants receive free admission to the NJF Vocal Ambassadors. We want you to represent the best of our Vocal division!

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