The 2025 Hoover Jazz Festival is Postponed!
Please read the letter sent out below
   

Dear Jazz Band Directors,
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to inform you that the 54th Annual Ron Battani Jazz Festival, originally scheduled for this season, will be postponed. This decision was not made lightly, as we deeply value the history and tradition of this event as well as the enthusiasm and support of our jazz community.
The postponement is part of a larger restructuring process in collaboration with our Band Boosters, who are transitioning into a Performing Arts Booster Organization. This transformation aims to provide broader support for all performing arts programs at Hoover High School and Meredith Middle School while creating an even stronger foundation for the festival’s future success.
To ensure the 2026 festival is the best yet, we’ll be reaching out to you after the first of the year for your input on what would make this event most valuable for participating bands. Your feedback will be instrumental in shaping an enriched and impactful experience for all involved.
By taking these steps, we are confident that we will be able to offer an exceptional festival in the 2026 jazz season, honoring the legacy of the Ron Battani Jazz Festival while enhancing its scope, quality, and impact for years to come.
We appreciate your understanding and continued support during this transitional period. Should you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to reach out to me directly at desmond.armentrout@dmschools.org.
Thank you for your patience and dedication to jazz education. We look forward to welcoming you back to the festival in 2026 with an exciting and enriching experience.
Sincerely,
Dr. Desmond A. Armentrout
Festival Manager
Director of High School Bands

 

   

The 54th Jazz Festival is Postponed for 2025

Registration Is Closed for 2025!

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