We look back at a fantastic season of performances and great stories of the people making our activity special. 

Shilo Stroman shares advice on the most effective way to include bass guitar in your show. 

We launch into Grand Nationals with stories about the power of parent volunteers, the purpose of the judge at band contests, and we meet a band “Grandpa.”

Christopher Brown, the head band dad at Homestead HS, explains why being a parent volunteer is so important and so rewarding.

We highlight color guard with the story of two deaf color guard members, a principal who performed with her school’s guard, color guard captains, and explain how general effect is judged.

Getting involved and joining the adventure of their director spouse has kept their marriages strong and happy.

College Band Directors give an insider look at their job, Barry Morgan talks about being a BOA Contest Director, Mike Leitzke explains how he judges electronics, and Mike Wells from Plymouth-Canton ta

Dr. Mary White shares strategies and concepts to help your team keep things in perspective and take care of your students this Fall.

Hear from three band director spouses, James Stephens on Field Operations at BOA contests, an ocean show from Fishers HS, and advice on Keeping Perspective.

See great bands and launch your career with great advice!  The Future Music Educators Experience is back at Grand Nationals this year.