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Don’t miss this April’s edition of DownBeat, featuring an interview with Isaiah Collier. It’s a must-read (and 2024 Conference attendees were lucky enough to enjoy a preview of the article at his Midwest Jazz Interview session in December). Copies @ downbeat.com/magazine

Conductors, apply now for the 2025 Reynolds Institute at the 79th Midwest Clinic! This two-day, in-depth symposium on the art of conducting will be led by Eric Wilson and Kevin Geraldi on December 18 & 19, 2025. Get all the details and apply by May 30 at midwestclinic.org/reynoldsconduc….

Music educators, nominate your favorite publishers and music industry manufacturers and service providers for the 2025 SBO+ Teachers’ Choice Awards! Over 30 categories available: learn more at sboplus.net/tca/.

The 2026 Barbara Buehlman Contest is now open! Young composers, submit your new piece for middle school wind band by 1/15/26 to be considered. The winner receives a cash prize & will have their piece debut @ the 80th Midwest Clinic in December '26. More @ midwestclinic.org/buehlmanprize

Congratulations to our 2025 Midwest Clinic performing ensembles! 52 groups were selected, hailing from 17 states, Washington, D.C., Canada, and Japan. Enjoy this first reaction video, and learn more about the groups here: midwestclinic.org/performers/mid…

Congratulations to our 2025 Midwest Clinicians, who will be presenting 110 sessions at the December conference on a wide variety of topics in music education. Explore the full list of clinicians here: midwestclinic.org/clinics/midwes…

IBA Conference Attendees, don’t miss President Rodney Dorsey and Executive Director Kelly Bell, presenting everything you need to know to apply to perform or present at The Midwest Clinic. 5/16 @ 9am, Cedar Rapids Room—see you there!

Conductors, there’s only a few weeks left to apply to the 2025 Reynolds Institute! This year’s repertoire includes Mozart’s “Serenade No. 11 in Eb,” Stravinsky’s “Octet,” and Jacob’s “Old Wine in New Bottles.” Complete your application by May 31 at midwestclinic.org/reynoldsconduc….

K-12 music teachers, do you need CEUs before the school year ends? Learn and earn credits at your convenience with our online portal, learning.midwestclinic.org, offering access to 20+ hours of music education content at a low cost. Details @ midwestclinic.org/learning.

Happy National Band Director’s Day! Thank you to the thousands of dedicated educators and musicians working in our classrooms and communities every single day to make the world a more musical place! 😊

Conductors, there’s only 1 more week to submit your application for this year’s Reynolds Institute! This 2-day symposium on conducting gives Fellows the chance to study with Clinicians Eric Wilson & Kevin Geraldi, leveling up their mastery. Details @ midwestclinic.org/reynoldsconduc….

Thanks to SBO for their May feature on President Dorsey & the 7th annual Reynolds Conducting Institute! Read the full articles here: sboplus.net/headlines-2/

The 2025 Midwest Clinic schedule is here! Check it out at midwestclinic.org/midwest-clinic…, along with our spiffy new logo 😊 See you in December!