What Is ASBDA?
A professional association of the country’s finest band directors
An organization dedicated to the advancement of school bands in America
Over 1000 members nationwide

What Does ASBDA Stand For?
A strong belief in the concert band as the focus of the curriculum
ASBDA is meant to be a self help organization through collective expertise
ASBDA believes it is essential that we keep in close communication with our administrators and the trends which influence their decisions
ASBDA stands for the recognition of the great achievements in the field of band music
Finally, ASBDA stands for those intrinsic benefits which come from the gathering of quality minds attracted to the solving of professional issues of national significance

Why Be A Member Of ASBDA?
Idea sharing with colleagues from around the country
Access to a vast research data base
National Convention in a different state each year

To become a member of ASBDA, the following items are considered:
Personal character traits and professional ethics Maintain an adequate instrumental music program
Personal and professional integrity and reputation Band has a good record of community service
A minimum of 5 years teaching instrumental music An active member of district/state associations
Quality of band work Contest record

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