The 66th Annual EIU Jazz Festival was held on February 6-7, 2026. The festival opened on Friday, February 6th, with a concert featuring the EIU Jazz Ensemble and guest performer, John Clayton, Jazz Bassist. Junior and senior high schools performanced and attended clinics, including a clinic by John Clayton, on Saturday, February 7, 2026. Glenwood High School Jazz Ensemble competed in the Class A Division with 9 other groups, and brought home a 1st place trophy. Congratulations to our Jazz Ensemble, your hard work has paid off – we are PROUD of YOU!
