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04/25/2026

Getting ready for Leadership Auditions? Check out this great new article by Jeremy Spicer in the April 2026 Bandmasters Review magazine and online on the TBA Website. Click the link below to read the full article (page 24) and also see the entire magazine:
https://texasbandmasters.org/bmr-archives/

04/24/2026

🎉 Please help us congratulate Mr. Brent Biskup and the Flower Mound High School Band on being named this year’s TBA Exemplary High School Band Program!

This recognition highlights outstanding dedication to student growth, musical excellence, and a strong band culture over an extended period of time. Mr. Biskup and his staff and students continue to set a high standard through their hard work, commitment, and passion for music education.

Congratulations on this well-deserved honor! 👏🎶

04/23/2026

We are thrilled that the Santa Clara Vanguard Brass will be presenting two clinics this summer at TBA. Don't miss the opportunity to learn from clinicians Taylor Smith, Katie VanDoren, Evan VanDoren, and the Vanguard Brass staff and hear and see SCV from a front row seat.

Remember that the DCI Southwestern Championships are at the end of TBA on Saturday July 18th and discounted tickets are available for TBA attendees. (Codes are sent with your registration receipt).

04/22/2026

🎉 Please help us congratulate Kim Garza and the Lopez Middle School Band on being named this year’s TBA Exemplary Middle School Band Program!

This recognition highlights outstanding dedication to student growth, musical excellence, and a strong band culture over an extended period of time. Ms. Garza and her staff and students continue to set a high standard through their hard work, commitment, and passion for music education.

Congratulations on this well-deserved honor! 👏🎶

04/21/2026

It’s that time again for a Trivia Tuesday! If you guessed 1913 for our last question (Dionysiaques, Op. 62, No. 1 by Florent Schmitt was written in what year?), you were correct!

Here is another one to test your knowledge of band literature. Drop your guesses in the comments below and enjoy! (Remember -No Googling 😃)

04/20/2026

Motivational Monday!

Keep doing all the GREAT work this week, Keep believing in what you do and that it matters to every child you teach. (Because it does!)

Have a great week everyone!

04/18/2026

We would like to congratulate Ms. Lynne Jackson, recipient of the Texas Bandmasters Association Honorary Life Member Award.

TBA Honorary Life Members are chosen in gratitude for a lifetime of support and service to the world of music. Ms. Jackson has impacted the lives of countless students and teachers through her dedication, leadership, and passion.

Thank you, Ms. Jackson, for being such an incredible inspiration and for your lasting contributions to music education. 👏🎶

04/17/2026

Take advantage of this valuable opportunity and send your Boosters to TBA to be part of the 2026 Strategic Booster Institute.

Saturday July 18th 8-5 p.m.
$100.00 per organization with no limit on the number of boosters you can send.

The Strategic Booster Institute is coordinated and presented by Dr. David W. Vandewalker, one of the nation's leading scholars for modeling and empowering parent/booster program success!

Designed to equip attendees with skills to develop and operate a comprehensive, strategic, and practical plan for success.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Everyone responsible for and/or interested in the success of your program and education in your school and community, including:
• Band, Choir or Orchestra Booster officers
• Teachers
• Instructors
• Booster Club committees and fundraising/program chairs
• Boosters looking to help make their organization stronger

Small or large; strong or weak; urban or rural; developing or new... we have valuable information for you!
VISIT:
https://texasbandmasters.org/strategic-booster-institute/

04/16/2026

DEADLINE APPROACHING
Are you a current college student or have a former student studying music education at a Texas university? There’s still time to apply for the TBA Scholarships but don't delay. Applications close on May 15th.

Each year since 1994, TBA has awarded the Malcolm Helm Memorial Scholarship, and beginning in 2021, TBA has awarded the Alfred F. Sturchio Scholarship. More information about applying can be found by clicking “scholarships” on our website menu or by visiting https://texasbandmasters.org/tba-scholarships/

04/15/2026

Want to improve your conducting while at TBA this summer? Don't miss this opportunity to take part in The Art of Rehearsing and Conducting Workshop presented by Perform America TX. You will have the opportunity to learn from Dr. Stephen Peterson and Dr. Caroline Beatty while conducting the fabulous U.S. Air Force Band of the West.

Details are available by visiting https://perform-america-tx.com/

Space is limited and the deadline to register is June 1.

04/14/2026

Announcing our 2026 Marching Band Clinic Series! Check out all these outstanding clinics on the TBA Website under Convention Preview and Clinics or visit the link below!

https://texasbandmasters.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Marching-Clinic-List-1.pdf

04/13/2026

Motivational Monday
This is a great reminder for teachers AND for students! The more concentrated and intentional your planning or practice is, the more growth you will see. Schedule your time with a specific goal in mind and you will be amazed by the results!

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