DOWNBEAT magazine student awards

Minja Mijuskovic Nonet won a 49th Annual DownBeat Student Music Award for Small Jazz Combo in May 2026

What an honor! I am very grateful to receive the DownBeat Award with my band.

The DownBeat Annual Student Music Awards are among the most prestigious awards in the field of jazz education. For many musicians, winning the award is the first step on the path to international recognition. The June issue of DownBeat features the award winners.