Arkansas Bandmasters Association

07/26/2026

Congratulations to Jeff Kee on being named the 2026 Arkansas Bandmaster of the Year! A well-deserved honor for an amazing educator whose dedication, leadership, and love for music continues to inspire students and fellow musicians. Congratulations on this outstanding achievement!

07/24/2026

BDK Picture 2026!

07/24/2026

ABA 2026 is off to a great start with instructions on beginning pedagogy, jazz band, and the Highland Brass Band! Wow! What a wonderful concert!

07/24/2026

All Band Director’s kids, 0-100 years old:

Don’t forget about the BDK Picture tomorrow morning (Friday), at 9:15, CC Rotunda. See you there!

07/23/2026

There will be a slight change in today’s schedule….

Thursday, July 23rd

8:50-9:05 Prelude Music by Tuba/Euphonium ensemble

9:15-10:20 Reading Band with Jeff Girard, Gateway Music

10:30-11:25 Keynote Clinic Combo by Brian Balmages

Thank you for your understanding, as Mr. Balmages has flight delays beyond his control! The keynote address combined into his first clinic will be one you won’t want to miss!

07/22/2026

Registration for ABA is going well. You may pick up your packet today until 5. We will start back tomorrow morning (Thursday) from 8:00 am- 12 noon and then 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm.

It is not too late to sign up for Spouse Activities if you would like to participate. You can sign up at the registration desk.

Don’t forget to bring your door prizes! 🎁🙂See you soon!

07/14/2026

Information for ABA Spouses:

Hello, ABA Spouses! Last week was the deadline for early registration, and we are trying to get numbers for the spouse activities. The presenters would like to know a count by this Thursday, July 16th so materials can be ordered.

Older children are allowed to participate in the activities as well. There is plenty of room for everyone. If you have any questions, you can email me at [email protected]. Thank you!

Teresa McCraney

05/20/2026

Happy National Band Directors Day!

08/14/2025

08/08/2025

🌟 Day 4 – The Grand Finale of the 51st ABA! 🌟

We wrapped up an incredible conference with a morning full of learning, connection, and inspiration.

🚌 Bus Drivers Workshop – We’re so thankful our bus drivers could join us to earn their recertification right here at ABA. You keep students safe, and we appreciate you!

🎶 Clinics – Kim Webb inspired us with Planting the Seeds of Culture, and Dr. Brandon Robinson gave us powerful tools for Getting More Out of Your Student Leadership. Two outstanding sessions to close out our week.

Thank you to everyone who made the 51st ABA so special! 🎺🎼