- Jazz Resource List The FBA Jazz Committee has compiled a swing literature resource list for directors. It is posted on the Music Lists page.
- FSMA Sexual Misconduct Policy The Florida School Music Association now has a Sexual Misconduct Policy that all directors participating in an MPA should be aware of. Directors, please note: it is your responsibility to make sure all students are supervised by an adult at all MPA events at all times, including during their Solo & Ensemble performances.
- Mentoring The Florida Bandmasters Association has many mentorship opportunities available to all members. See the Mentoring Page for details.
- Young Composers Competition In addition to the Student Composition Contest, FBA also sponsors a Young Composers Competition open to any composer age 30 or younger. Entry Deadline: December 15.
- Composition Contest We are now accepting entries for the 2023-2024 FBA Student Composition Contest. The application deadline has been extended to October 30
- Music Requests For the 2024-2025 academic year, no new solo pieces will be considered for addition to the Solo & Ensemble Music List. There will be consideration for Special Permission for a Solo work. Ensemble works may still be submitted for addition to our Music List. The window will be open from June 1st - October 15th, 2024.
- Heat Illness Prevention As performers strive for excellence with unwavering dedication, the threat of heat-related illnesses poses a significant concern, particularly amid the demanding schedules of practices and performances, intensified by rising temperatures in summer and autumn. Please see this information presented by the National Federation of High Schools and Dr. Neha Raukar of the Mayo Clinic.
- Celebrating Success Success in the music classroom can look many different ways and we should acknowledge and celebrate ALL forms of success. In an effort to support each other and band programs all over the state, this page will highlight good teaching and positive experiences for students in a variety of settings.
- Concert Music List Additions The new concert list is now available, including new additions approved by the board at the December 2024 board meeting.
- All-State Requirements The All-State audition requirements for the 2025-2026 school year are now posted. Check back often for updates and corrections.
- Adjudication Seminars Registration is now open for the Adjudicator Tranining Seminars that will be held on July 8, 2025, before the FBA Summer Conference in Orlando.
- Newsletter See the May 2025 <em>Florida Bandmaster</em> newsletter for meeting minutes from the May meeting of the Board of Directors.
- Summer Conference <strong>Registration is Now Open!</strong> The FBA Summer Conference featuring Keynote Dr. Paula Crider will be held July 9-11, 2025 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld. <strong>Full Schedule Now Available</strong>
