We are excited to return to Chicago, Illinois this December for the upcoming 75th Annual Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic. Barring any state or city mandates, the clinic is planned to be held in person from December 15-18, 2021. We are also looking forward to seeing the high number of Brothers who are presenting, performing, exhibiting, and volunteering with the event.
Throughout history, our Brothers have played an integral role in the Midwest Clinic. “Always Something New” was the motto and philosophy of Brother Dr. Albert Austin Harding (Alpha Xi Chapter – 1925). During the 1920s and ’30s, he was the man who set the wheels in motion that led to the eventual establishment of the Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic in December of 1946. What began as 120 music educators meeting in a YMCA gym in 1946 has grown to a four-day event with over 17,000 attendees, exhibitors, and participants from over 80 countries.
We look forward to seeing those Brothers in attendance during the clinic and encourage all Brothers to stop by the Phi Mu Alpha Booth (#1540) in the exhibit hall.
Lunch with Legends
As part of the 75th Anniversary, the Midwest Clinic is hosting a “Lunch with Legends,” where attendees can purchase a ticket to enjoy a meal with Bill Bitter, Dr. Charlie Menghini (Xi Kappa Chapter – 2000), Dr. David Gregory (Lambda Omega Chapter – 1966), Dr. John Southall (Epsilon Iota Chapter – 1987), Roy Holder (Theta Omicron Chapter – 1968), and June Holder, who all have been named as some of the “greatest living legends” in the music education industry. This event will take place in the Prairie Room on Friday, December 17th from 1:00 – 2:15 PM.
75th Anniversary Commissioned Pieces
The Midwest Clinic commissioned several pieces as part of the upcoming 75th Anniversary. A few of our Brothers will have their works highlighted during the event.
Brother Omar Thomas
Gamma Alpha Chapter – 2004
James Madison University
Composition: Candor
Performed by: Vandegrift High School
Friday, December 17 at 5:30 PM, 375 E
Brother Frank Ticheli
Alpha Alpha Chapter – 2009
National Honorary Member
Composition: Bash
Performed by: Dallas Winds
Thursday, December 16 at 7:30 PM, 375 AB
Meet the Sinfonian Clinicians
Brother Jamey Aebersold
Gamma Omega Chapter – 1976
Indiana State University
National Honorary Member
CLINIC
Playing JAZZ is Easy
Brother Matthew Arau
Gamma Zeta Chapter – 1992
Lawrence University
CLINIC
Fine Tuning Ensemble Culture: Intentionally Creating a Positive Community Through Conversation and Collaboration
Brother Christopher Ayer
Alpha Chapter – 1991
The New England Conservatory of Music
CLINIC
Clarinet 102
Brother James C. Barnes
Xi Chapter – 1994
Kansas State University
CLINIC
Small School Clinic with Cleveland High School
Brother Brian Balmages
Beta Xi Chapter – 2016
The Ohio State University
CLINIC
Embedding Social Emotional Learning in Instrumental Music Education (Panel)
Brother Archie “Chip” Birkner
Eta Omega Chapter – 2000
University of Florida
CLINIC
Tips, Tricks, and Tools for a Better Percussion Section
Brother Jay Bocook
Gamma Eta Chapter – 1972
Furman University
CLINIC
The Modern Band Transcription
Brother John R. Bourgeois
Zeta Pi Chapter – 1956
Loyola University New Orleans
National Honorary Member
CLINIC
Play On! A Marine Musician’s Journey From the Bayou to the White House
Brother Barrington Coleman
Alpha Lambda Chapter – 1978
Illinois Wesleyan University
CLINIC
Strategies, Perspectives and Demonstration for a Life in Jazz Performance and Education
Brother Daniel Cook
Iota Chapter – 2018
Northwestern University
CLINIC
Flow: The Secret to Getting Your Students “In the Zone”
Brother Eugene M. Corporon
Kappa Omicron Chapter – 1966
California State University – Long Beach
CLINIC
Contemplation – Story Tellers and Guides: The Impact of Artistry
Brother Zac Coudret
Delta Lambda Chapter – 2008
Ball State University
CLINIC
High School String Orchestra Rehearsal Lab
Brother John N. Culvahouse
Theta Omicron Chapter – 1971
The University of Tennessee – Knoxville
CLINIC
The NBA at 60: The Past, Present, and Future of the National Band Association (Panel)
Brother Chris “Chip” DeStefano
Iota Chapter – 1991
Northwestern University
CLINIC
Day One – Trombone
Brother Rodney Dorsey
Epsilon Iota Chapter – 1985
Florida State University
CLINIC
Midwest Clinic Performance Application Clinic
Brother Douglas Droste
Beta Xi Chapter – 1995
The Ohio State University
CLINIC
Sensory Friendly Concerts for Your School
Brother Sam Fagaly
Beta Omega Chapter – 1984
Louisiana State University
CLINIC
Better Saxophone Sounds, Classical and Jazz: Advanced Techniques for Beginners and Fundamental Techniques for Professionals
Brother Richard Floyd
Alpha Iota Chapter – 2013
The University of Texas at Austin
CLINIC
An Interview-Conversation With Richard and Cheryl Floyd
Brother Mark Ford
Zeta Psi Chapter – 1990
East Carolina University
CLINIC
Articulation, Balance, and Blend With Keyboard Percussion Instruments in Concert Band
Brother Thomas Fraschillo
Eta Phi Chapter – 1965
University of Southern Mississippi
CLINIC
The NBA at 60: The Past, Present, and Future of the National Band Association (Panel)
Brother Rick Good
Delta Psi Chapter – 1997
Auburn University
CLINIC
The NBA at 60: The Past, Present, and Future of the National Band Association (Panel)
Brother Steve Graves
Kappa Omicron Chapter – 1983
California State University-Long Beach
CLINIC
The Professional Balancing Act: Teaching Effectively With a Side Hustle
Brother Ethan Gula
Omicron Upsilon Chapter – 2015
University of Houston
CLINIC
It Takes a Village: The Importance of a Mentor/Consultant
Brother Adam Hill
Xi Kappa Chapter – 2001
VanderCook College of Music
CLINIC
Hands-on Percussion for the Non-Percussion Educator: Basics of Snare and Mallets
Brother Roy C. Holder
Theta Omicron Chapter – 1968
The University of Tennessee – Knoxville
CLINIC
The NBA at 60: The Past, Present, and Future of the National Band Association (Panel)
Brother Barry Houser
Theta Sigma Chapter – 1996
Florida Southern College
CLINIC
Get Comfortable With Being Uncomfortable: Being an Ally of Our Students
Brother Jerry Junkin
Alpha Iota Chapter – 1988
The University of Texas at Austin
CLINIC
Carl St. Clair and Jerry Junkin A Coincidence of Careers- University of Michigan- 1982-84
Brother James Keene
Pi Psi Chapter – 1979
Texas A&M University – Commerce
CLINIC
The NBA at 60: The Past, Present, and Future of the National Band Association (Panel)
Brother Sidney King
Zeta Kappa Chapter – 1959
University of Louisville
CLINIC
Teaching Double Bass Technique Through Orchestral Excerpts for Beginning and Intermediate Bassists
Brother Craig Kirchhoff
Delta Rho Chapter – 1969
University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee
CLINIC
Audience Engagement – Considerations for Music Performance
Brother William Lake, Jr.
Iota Epsilon Chapter – 2016
The University of North Carolina – Greensboro
CLINIC
Affirming and Supporting Minoritized Students in Tangible, Actionable Ways
Brother Tim Lautzenheiser
Delta Lambda Chapter – 1966
Ball State University
CLINIC
An Interview-Conversation With Richard and Cheryl Floyd
Brother Drew Leslie
Epsilon Chapter – 1999
University of Michigan – Ann Arbor
CLINIC
Improving the Sound and Efficiency of High Register Brass Playing
Brother Jeffrey Loeffert
Iota Alpha Chapter – 2010
Alma College
CLINIC
The 12-Month Musician Versus the 9-Month Musician: Strategies for Fostering Musical Growth Over the Summer Months
Brother Joseph Lulloff
Gamma Epsilon Chapter – 1979
Michigan State University
CLINIC
The 12-Month Musician Versus the 9-Month Musician: Strategies for Fostering Musical Growth Over the Summer Months
Brother C. Stan Mauldin
Omicron Upsilon Chapter – 1974
University of Houston
CLINIC
Energize Your Program With a Commissioned Piece
Brother Oliver Molina
Gamma Rho Chapter – 2019
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
CLINIC
SHOP Talk: Keyboard Percussion Fundamentals: Sharpening Your Sight-Reading Skills
Brother David Montgomery
Delta Iota Chapter – 2007
Western Michigan University
CLINIC
Culture Building: Emerging From COVID-19 With Excellence and Community
Brother Jason Nam
Delta Pi Chapter – 2003
University of Redlands
CLINIC
Beyond the Token: Asian Perspectives in Wind Band Music
Brother John Nichol
Nu Pi Chapter – 1973
Central Michigan University
CLINIC
The 12-Month Musician Versus the 9-Month Musician: Strategies for Fostering Musical Growth Over the Summer Months
Brother Leroy Osman
Eta Mu Chapter – 1968
Lamar University
CLINIC
Energize Your Program With a Commissioned Piece
Brother Michael Oubre
Gamma Eta Chapter – 1995
Furman University
CLINIC
Organizational Tools for the Motivated Music Director
Brother David Pope
Epsilon Iota Chapter – 2000
Florida State University
CLINIC
Strategies for Developing Intonation in the Orchestra Rehearsal
Brother Jim Pugh
Alpha Nu Chapter – 1969
Eastman School of Music
CLINIC
Strategies, Perspectives and Demonstration for a Life in Jazz Performance and Education
Brother Ronnie Rios
Pi Chi Chapter – 1987
Texas A&M University – Kingsville
CLINIC
Jazz Education, a Teacher’s College to Getting “It” in Your Band Hall
Brother Zach Santos
Alpha Iota Chapter – 2018
The University of Texas at Austin
CLINIC
Out of the Womb & Into the Classroom: A Panel Discussion
Brother Jeff Scott
Alpha Gamma Chapter – 1984
University of Kentucky
CLINIC
Creating Habits of Success in the Young Band
Brother Gary E. Smith
Alpha Sigma Chapter – 1963
Butler University
CLINIC
Leadership in the Marching Band: Bringing the Best to Your Program
Brother David Talanca
Gamma Theta Chapter – 2015
University of North Texas
CLINIC
Are We Teaching the Music or the Musician?
Brother Scott C. Tobias
Gamma Eta Chapter – 1989
Furman University
CLINIC
The NBA at 60: The Past, Present, and Future of the National Band Association (Panel)
Brother Scott Watson
Delta Psi Chapter – 1975
Auburn University
CLINIC
Brassword-A Holophrastic Approach to Teaching Brass
Featured Performances
The United States Navy Concert Band
Conducted by Captain Kenneth C. Collins
Xi Delta Chapter – University of Nevada-Reno (1989)
The United States Navy Concert Band, the premier wind ensemble of the U.S. Navy, presents a wide array of marches, patriotic selections, orchestral transcriptions, and modern wind ensemble repertoire. As the original ensemble of the Navy Band, the Concert Band has been performing public concerts and participating in high-profile events for more than 95 years.
Hiroshima Wind Orchestra
Premier Performance – Symphony No. 3
Composition by Robert E. Jager
Alpha Sigma Chapter – Butler University (1969)
The Hiroshima Wind Orchestra (HWO) was formed in 1993 by professional musicians wishing to share the splendor of wind music and promote a message of world peace through wind band performance. The HWO performed its first regular concert in October of the same year. Since then, HWO has held two regular concerts annually and expanded its outreach with increased school and public presentations.
