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 […]
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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
Highlights include:
Region 1 Workshop – October 16th, 2025
June 2025 Bandstand
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)
CSI Northeast is officially two months away and we are excited to highlight our clinicians, performers, and all that this conference will have to offer! ![]()
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We'd like to start by highlighting our keynote speaker, Dr. Matthew Arau.![]()
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In a profession filled with challenges and constant change, it's easy to look outside ourselves for answers. In this inspiring keynote, Dr. Arau reminds us that some of the most powerful solutions already exist within us and our students. By choosing our personal "upbeat" and being intentional in how we teach and lead, we can create positive, inclusive cultures by design—not by chance.![]()
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Keynote attendees will discover practical and uplifting strategies to elevate learning, performance, joy, belonging, empowerment, motivation, recruitment, and retention while fostering environments where every student can thrive.![]()
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For more information & registration, click here: events.bizzabo.com/778965![]()
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REMINDER: Order now. You have until 9am Friday, June 12th to put your order for Saturday, June 13th Lunch.![]()
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Hello! Saturday, June 13th is the NYSBDA Elementary Honor Band Rehearsal and Concert hosted at Solvay HS.![]()
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As a Bonus, NYSBDA will be providing Workshops for NYS Band Directors during this day. You do NOT need to be a member to attend. 🙂![]()
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Also, for $20 we will provide Breakfast Snacks/Beverages and Lunch. Food ($20) is Optional. ![]()
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Please see the attached Brochure for more information on sessions.![]()
Link to RSVP/Order Lunch is below in comments.![]()
DEADLINE to register and order is Wednesday, June 10th, 2026![]()
Thank you and hope to see you there.![]()
-Holly McCoy, NYSBDA 1st VP
Congratulations to Alessandra Shellard for being presented the NYSBDA New Teacher Award at the Symposium this year!
Saturday evening of the Symposium featured the Camillus Community Concert Band under the direction of Andy Perry. It is a group comprised of alumni of the West Genesee band program, and a reflection of their community centered around the arts. ![]()
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Holly McCoy also awarded Jennifer Reynolds Greene with the Outstanding Retired Band Director award. Congratulations, so well deserved!