Announcing the 14th Annual Charles Mingus Festival!

Produced by Let My Children Hear Music / The Charles Mingus Institute, in partnership with The School of Jazz and Contemporary Music at The New School's College of Performing Arts, the Annual Charles Mingus Festival takes place in February in NYC.

Now in it's 14th year, the Festival typically includes a film showcase, student jams, a full day of instrumental clinics exploring the music of Charles Mingus, performances, and the nationwide Competition showcasing young jazz talent from across the country. Outstanding Soloists have the opportunity to perform with the Grammy-winning Mingus Big Band.

Founded by Sue Mingus in 1986, Let My Children Hear Music / The Charles Mingus Institute is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to preserve and promote the compositional legacy of Charles Mingus through publishing, education, archival preservation, and performance.

Apply at www.charlesmingus.org