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Welcome to the website of the New York Band Directors Association. NYSBDA is the premier educational organization for band directors in the state of NY. We hope you enjoy exploring the site and learning more about our organization, activities, and sponsored events.

Conn Selmer Institute Call for Clinicians – Due April 10th

CSI Call for Clinicians – Due April 10th The New York State Band Directors Association (NYSBDA) is pleased to announce application procedures for participation in the Conn Selmer Institute North East in Ithaca, New York, from August 11-12, 2026. If you are interested in presenting your own clinic or having your group present a performance […]

Symposium Call for Clinicians – Due November 14th

The New York State Band Directors Association (NYSBDA) is pleased to announce application procedures for participation in the annual NYSBDA Symposium in Syracuse, New York, March 6-8, 2026. If you are interested in presenting your own clinic or having your group present a performance clinic, on this topic or any other, please follow these application […]

September 2025 Band Stand

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Highlights include:

  • From the Podium
  • Conn Selmer Institute Northeast “Wrap-Up”
  • Elementary Honor Band “Wrap Up”
  • Middle School Honor Band
  • High School Honor Band
  • Jazz Ensemble Honor Band
  • Call for Clinicians
  • Region 1 Workshop Spotlight
  • Region 3 Spotlight – Lindsey Williams
  • Membership Information
  • NYSBDA Elementary Honor Band Festival

    We are excited to share that there will be a NYSBDA Elementary Honor Band Festival added to our 2025 CSI Northeast event! The NYSBDA Elementary Honor Band Festival is a one-day event taking place at the CSI Northeast Conference at Ithaca College on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. Selected 4th and 5th grade students from across […]

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    Welcome to the new OFFICIAL Facebook page for the New York State Band Director's Association (NYSBDA)

    Clinics from the 2026 NYSBDA Symposium are now available in Da Capo! - mailchi.mp/nysbda.org/nysbda-clinic-video-database-feature-10344068 ... See MoreSee Less
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    Our Elementary Honor Band registration is still open until April 15th! All teachers who submit recommendations are guaranteed at least 2 students in the ensemble. Give your shining beginning band students a great experience with other talented musicians across the state. Information is in the link or QR code!docs.google.com/document/u/0/d/1dnCWb27I09WeO--MXUAIIVrmjtb2Cz_-Dl6OpBVSyhg ... See MoreSee Less
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    There’s still time to apply your elementary students to the NYSBDA Honor Band this June! Deadline is April 15th! Use the link for more details!docs.google.com/document/u/0/d/1dnCWb27I09WeO--MXUAIIVrmjtb2Cz_-Dl6OpBVSyhg ... See MoreSee Less
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    Summer Conference 2026 Call for Clinicians - April 10th Deadline mailchi.mp/nysbda.org/summer-conference-2024-annoucement-10344035 ... See MoreSee Less
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