AIJB Features

The finest national recognized conductors and music educators working with students.

Rehearsal and performance in the world class Krannert Center for the Performing Arts at the University of Illinois.

Blindly adjudicated auditions with high standards for acceptance. Membership determined solely by audition.

High quality literature prepared by the students in advance of the festival.

Appropriately sized ensemble with balanced instrumentation.

Single participation fee covers costs associated with the AIJB Festival, including a t-shirt, Friday night reception, and lunch on Saturday. (Free concert admission, no director fee, and no school participation fee)