ALBERTA BAND ASSOCIATION
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Frequently Asked Questions

Please feel free to contact the Alberta Band Association office
by email info@albertabandassociation.com
by phone 780-800-0482
toll free 1-877-687-4239

Q:        Is the ABA still accepting nominations for the Alberta Wind Symphony for 2023?
A:        Yes! Nominations open March 1, 2023

Q:        How much does it cost to participate in the Alberta Wind Symphony?
A:        $250 - this does not include accommodations or meals which are at the expense of the participant

Q:        What age must an instrumentalist be to participate in the Alberta Wind Symphony?
A:        Instrumentalists must be between the ages of 15 and 19 to participate, with at least three years of experience on their instrument. 
 
Q:        What grade must an instrumentalist be enrolled in to participate in the Alberta Wind Symphony?
A:        Instrumentalists must be in grades 9-12 at the time of their nomination. 
 
Q:        Can teachers recommend a current grade 12 student for participation in the Alberta Wind Symphony?
A:        Yes.  Instrumentalists must be in grades 9-12 at the time of their nomination.
 
Q:        Where & when will the preparatory rehearsal take place?
A:        The preparatory rehearsal for the Alberta Wind Symphony will take place in Red Deer on September 23.
 
Q:        Why does the recommendation process include a recommendation rubric?
A:        The selection panel needs to be able to assess the abilities of each of recommended instrumentalist.  We rely on the accurate                                                    assessment of the recommending teacher/conductor to select the best candidates.
 
Q:        Why does the recommendation process include a ranking?
A:        We try to accept the top ranked student from each recommending school to ensure geographic representation.  In cases where that might not be                possible, we look to the recommendation rubric scores to determine which candidate will be accepted to the Alberta Wind Symphony.
 
Q:        Do any students get priority placement in the ensemble?
A:        Yes.  Current grade 12 students and students who have never participated in the ensemble will receive priority placement. 


The deadline to submit recommendations is May 1
Please refer to Recommendation and Audition Process for more information

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5708 72  ST NW
Edmonton AB T6B 3J4

Email: info@albertabandassociation.com
Phone: (780) 800-0482
Toll Free: (877) 687-4239
Fax: (780) 488-6403

Executive Director, Nathan Ouellette x101
nathan@albertabandassociation.com

Festival Coordinator, Joyce Howdle x102
joyce@albertabandassociation.com

Operations Manager, Kimberley Denis x103
kim@albertabandassociation.com

Library Assistant, Dani McAfee
library@albertabandassociation.com

Program Assistant, Ayveree Sarjas-Terlikar
info@albertabandassociation.com
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Description of the Organization
    • Purpose, Priorities and Principles
    • Get Involved
  • Membership
    • Member Types
    • Applications and Renewals
  • Resources
    • COVID-19 Studies and Re-Launch Documents
    • Advocacy Tools
    • Provincial Syllabus
    • Lending Library
    • Teaching Resources
    • Run For Music
    • MusiCom
  • Programs
    • ABA Awards
    • Provincial Honour Bands >
      • Alberta Wind Symphony >
        • Nomination Process
        • Selection Procedures
        • Recommended Timeline
        • Frequently Asked Questions
        • Guest Conductor
        • Past Repertoire
      • Alberta Jazz Ensemble >
        • Audition Process
        • Guest Director
        • Frequently Asked Questions
      • Junior Honour Bands >
        • Nomination Process
        • Selection Procedures
        • Timeline
        • Advertising
        • Guest Conductors
        • Frequently Asked Questions
        • Accommodations
    • Music Conference Alberta
    • Adult Concert Band Workshop
    • Festival of Bands >
      • Provincial Syllabus
      • Repertoire Lists
      • Registration
      • Fees
      • Festival Regulations and Operations
      • Schedule
      • Adjudicators
      • Festival Awards
      • Accommodations
      • Preparing for a Festival
  • Connections
    • Affiliates
    • Job Board
    • Mike Achtymichuk Scholarship
    • Professional Development
    • Supporters