UIC Honors Band Festival - Nomination Portal

University of Illinois Chicago Honors Band Festival

November 1st - 3rd, 2024

Festival Description

We are hosting the 12th Annual UIC Honors Band Festival from November 1-3, 2024. During the festival, students will participate in placement auditions, rehearse with a nationally recognized conductor, learn from members of the UIC faculty, attend concerts of various UIC Ensembles, interact with other participants in a musical setting, and perform for their family and friends.

Festival Hosts

Dr. Serena Weren - Director of Bands
Nicholas J. Carlson - Assistant Director of Bands

Festival Conductor

Carol Brittin Chambers, Texas Lutheran University and Aspenwood Music

Nomination Information

We welcome your nomination of all students that could receive musical benefit both for themselves and for your programs from this opportunity. Complete the information on the following pages to submit your nomination electronically. The nomination deadline is October 4, 2024.

To nominate a student, we ask that you provide a few pieces of information about them. This will help us select the best musicians and give them the most positive experience possible. It is of the utmost importance that your students are able to attend the entire duration of the festival. Students should be aware of their nomination and of the time commitment.

Director Participation

We invite you to attend all UIC Honors Band Festival activities. You are welcome to attend and observe all rehearsals, faculty master classes, and UIC host concerts for free!