The University of Akron School of Music

Time is running out! It's time to submit your application for the 2026 OBDC Honor or All-Star Band!

We invite you to join us in the Honor or All-Star Band to perform at the 55th annual Ohio Band Directors Conference!

Join the 2026 OBDC Honor Band or All-Star Band at The University of Akron on December 4th and 5th! You'll work with our incredible guest conductors, have a sectional with our fantastic studio faculty, and perform with new friends.

The 2026 Guest Composer will be Carol Britten Chambers!

Learn more about Carol Britten Chambers here!

The Honor Band is an auditioned group. This year, we are pleased to have Dr. Steve Peterson as our guest conductor. Submit your audition application and video by Monday, October 19th! Accepted applicants will be notified by early November.

Honor Band Audition Requirements

I'm ready to submit my application for the Honor Band!

The All-Star "Director Recommended" Band does not require an audition. This year, we are pleased to welcome Dr. Beth Peterson as our guest conductor! Submit an application by Monday, October 19th, and we will send a recommendation link to your director to complete on your behalf. Accepted applicants will be notified by early November.

All-Star Band Information

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Be A Music Major For A Day

We would love to welcome you to be our special guest!

For your "Music Major For A Day" experience, you will tour our music facilities, meet our faculty, and get to know our music department first-hand.

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Concert Bands: Wind Symphony, Symphony Band, Concert Band

Three ensembles performing a variety of wind & percussion repertoire.

UA offers three major concert bands, Wind Symphony (the most selective), Symphony Band, and Concert Band. Auditions are held during the first week of fall semester. All students may participate regardless of major.

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Hey there! It's Dr. Chris Blaha from The University of Akron School of Music, here to answer any questions you have!

Just shoot me a message and I'll get you the answers pronto. No question is too big or small!

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We'll give you the grand tour...

Are you ready to see all that The University of Akron has to offer? Schedule your campus visit and sit in on rehearsals, classes, or get a lesson from a studio teacher.

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