ALBERTA BAND ASSOCIATION
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Purpose, Priorities and Principles

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The Purpose of the Alberta Band Association

We are.....
1. Support - We support people to participate in playing and creating music through band programs by offering education and functioning as a resource.

2. Community - We build a community of people who are passionate about band and promotes the value of band with influencers and decision-makers.

3. Inspiration - We provide access to band experiences and celebrate excellence in band music.

The Priorities of the Alberta Band Association

We will....
1. Education - We will educate, mentor, and provide programs to advance band music in Alberta.

2. Recognition - We will celebrate participation and excellence in band music.

3. Community Building - We will engage our natural community of band clinicians, directors, teachers, students, families, and audiences to create a strong, vibrant community of band music practitioners and supporters.

4. Communications and Marketing - We will create greater support for band music by promoting its value and the role of the Alberta Band Association.

5. Governance - We will ensure a sound and sustainable governance structure.

The Principles of the Alberta Band Association

We believe....
1. Engaging our Community - We believe that engaging our community in a way that is meaningful to them will make us stronger and will create ambassadors for band music.

2. Embracing a Broad Perspective and Reach - We believe that increasing our reach will mean that more students, clinicians and directors will have access to quality band music.

3. Being Resourceful and Ensuring Return on Investment and Sustainability - We believe in approaching our work from the perspective of resourcefulness. We believe that assessing risks accurately, seizing opportunities, and ensuring our initiatives are worthwhile as well as sustainable will set us up for success.

4. Partnering with Like-Minded People and Organizations - We believe that collaborating with people and organizations who are passionate about all aspects of the musical experience will enhance our work and strengthen our organization.

Services

 Lending Library
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ABA Membership
Canadian Band Association 

Programs

Music Conference Alberta
Junior Honour Bands
Alberta Jazz Ensemble
Alberta Wind Symphony
​Festival of Bands
National Youth Band
MusiCamp Alberta


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15907 100A Ave NW
Edmonton, AB T5P 0L7

Email: [email protected]
Phone: (780) 800-0482
Toll Free: (877) 687-4239
Fax: (780) 488-6403

Executive Director, Nathan Ouellette x101
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Festival Coordinator, Joyce Howdle 
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Operations Manager, Kimberley Denis
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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
  • 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
        • Guest Conductors
        • Frequently Asked Questions
        • Accommodations
    • Festival of Bands >
      • Provincial Syllabus
      • Repertoire Lists
      • Registration & Fees
      • Festival Regulations and Operations
      • Schedule
      • Adjudicators
      • Festival Awards
      • Preparing for a Festival
  • Alberta Band Summit
    • Registration
    • Sessions
  • Connections
    • Affiliates
    • Job Board
    • Mike Achtymichuk Scholarship
    • Professional Development
    • Supporters