ACB 2027 Convention in Denver

09/12/2026

Our third Colorado adventure takes us to a place unlike anywhere else in the world!

On Friday, experience Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, where breathtaking rock formations, incredible views, and one of the country’s most iconic performance venues come together.

This is where nature takes center stage!

Three days. Three Colorado adventures. Which will you choose?

Register for the ACB 2027 Convention and reserve your excursions at acb2027.org.

09/12/2026

CONDUCT THE MUSIC OF FRANK TICHELI-WITH FRANK TICHELI IN THE ROOM!

The ACB 2027 Convention is offering four conductors the extraordinary opportunity to step onto the podium during the Frank Ticheli Reading Session in Denver.

Each selected conductor will conduct 3–5 minutes of Ticheli’s music and receive approximately 10 minutes of personalized feedback directly from Frank Ticheli.

Whether you are an emerging conductor or an experienced musician looking to grow, this is an opportunity you will not want to miss!

Applications are due December 1, 2026.

Learn more and apply:
https://sites.google.com/view/acb2027/conductor-application-for-the-reading-session-of-music-of-frank-ticheli

ACB 2027 Convention
May 19–23, 2027 | Denver, Colorado
Where Music Meets the Mountains

ACB Members who are conductors are invited to apply for one of four conducting opportunities during the Frank Ticheli Reading Session at the ACB 2027 Convention on Saturday, May 22 at 2:00 PM. Selected conductors will conduct a 3–5 minute excerpt from a Frank Ticheli composition with the Reading

09/09/2026

Our Colorado adventures continue!

On Thursday, explore the historic streets of Downtown Golden and visit the legendary Coors Brewery, all surrounded by Colorado scenery.

Historic streets. Legendary Colorado brewing. Will this be your Colorado adventure?

Register for the ACB 2027 Convention and reserve your excursions at acb2027.org.

09/07/2026

We’re announcing our ACB 2027 Convention excursions!

The ACB Convention Team and our Partner Band, the Denver Concert Band, have planned three days of Colorado adventures, and we can’t wait to show you what’s waiting beyond the music!

First up: our Wednesday excursion to Idaho Springs, featuring spectacular mountain views and a little Gold Rush adventure!

Three days. Three Colorado adventures. Which will you choose?

Registration is open at acb2027.org.
2027 Convention (Denver, Colorado)

09/01/2026

Registration is officially open for the ACB 2027 Convention in partnership with the Denver Concert Band!

Join community band musicians from across the country in Denver, May 19–23, 2027, for five unforgettable days of music, learning, connection, and adventure.

Experience our Composers-in-Residence, Frank Ticheli and Jerry Brubaker, Dr. Deborah Confredo as Keynote Speaker, and Dr. Sarah McKoin conducting the ACB Convention Band.

The convention will also include performances by 7 community bands, inspiring clinics and roundtables, exciting excursions, and nightly receptions.

Planning to play in the Convention Band? Seating fills quickly, so don’t wait!

Register today at acb2027.org.

08/31/2026

We are excited to announce the clinicians who will be presenting at the ACB 2027 Convention (Denver, Colorado) in May. With over 30 educational sessions, there is something for every performer, conductor, composer, educator, board member, and community-band leader.

Explore musicianship, rehearsal techniques, programming, commissioning, copyright, audience engagement, financial management, organizational leadership, and much more.

Registration opens tomorrow, we hope you will make plans to join us.

Be sure to indicate your interest in the event (linked above) and the ACB 2027 Convention in Denver page. For complete convention information see http://acb2027.org - new information is being released daily!

08/30/2026

The countdown is on!

Registration for the ACB 2027 Convention opens Tuesday, September 1.

Get ready to make music in the mountains and experience an unforgettable convention featuring Composers-in-Residence Frank Ticheli and Jerry Brubaker!

Follow the ACB 2027 Convention Facebook Event and the ACB 2027 Convention (Denver, Colorado) page for announcements, deadlines, and more exciting convention highlights.

May 19–23, 2027 | Denver, Colorado
Complete information will be available at acb2027.org.
Association of Concert Bands (ACB)

08/27/2026

Registration for the ACB 2027 Convention opens Tuesday, September 1! Join community band musicians from across the country in Denver for five days of outstanding performances, inspiring educational opportunities, meaningful connections, and unforgettable experiences.

This year’s convention features Frank Ticheli, Dr. Deborah Confredo, Dr. Sarah McKoin, Jerry Brubaker, and so much more. Convention Band seating fills quickly, so be ready to register!

May 19–23, 2027 | Denver, Colorado

acb2027.org
Association of Concert Bands (ACB)
ACB 2027 Convention Denver

08/25/2026

We would like to thank all ACB Member Bands and Clinicians who submitted applications to be a part of the ACB 2027 Convention in Denver! We were excited by the record number of applications for clinicians. Selections will be announced soon!! For more see acb2027.org ACB 2027 Convention (Denver, Colorado)

08/25/2026

Announcing the ACB Member Bands selected to perform at the ACB 2027 Convention in Denver! These members were selected through a competitive double-blind review process. Congratulations to Arizona Wind Symphony, The Colorado Wind Ensemble, High Desert Winds Santa Fe, Longmont Concert Band, Nebraska Wind Symphony, Salt Lake Symphonic Winds! see http://acb2027.org for more information. ACB 2027 Convention (Denver, Colorado)