Each summer, the TN Chapter of ASBDA, in tandem with the Tennessee Bandmasters Association, hosts a summer gathering to bring together band directors from across the state of Tennessee.  The symposium provides a valuable professional development opportunity, and work begun at the TN Band Caucus meetings during the Tennessee Music Educators Association annual In-Service Conference in April is furthered.

Friday, June 13, 2025

Freedom Middle School,  1000 Excellence Way  Franklin, TN 37064

 (park in back, gym entrance)

 

9:00 am – Welcome and Introductions

9:05 am – We, Too, Sing America – Alfred Watkins

10:00 am – Break

10:15 am – Inclusive Actions From The Podium – Rachel Maxwell

11:10 am – Q and A

11:30 am – Lunch (provided by Amro Music)

12:15 pm – HS and MS Focus Session 1

     HS – Building Block to Developing a Comprehensive Band Program – Alfred Watkins

     MS – Developing the Young Band Sound – Rachel Maxwell

1:10 pm – Break

1:20 pm -HS and MS Focus Session 2

    HS – Inside or Outside: It’s All the Same – Alfred Watkins

    MS – Band Director Hacks – Rachel Maxwell

2:15 pm – Break

2:20 pm – Q and A and Wrap Up

3:00 pm – Summer TBA Meeting

5:00 – ASBDA Cookout at Carole Grooms House