NEBDI 2023
Welcome to the New England Band Directors Institute at Keene State College
Since 1992, NEBDI has become one of the leading clinics for bands and band directors. NEBDI is a 3-day conference dedicated to music education at all levels. After a hiatus of four years, NEBDI makes its return thanks to our new hosts, Keene State College and Dr. John Hart, NEBDI Coordinator.
This three-day Institute is dedicated to music education at all levels and welcomes band directors and composers from around the country. Highlights include sessions on all aspects of music education, a rehearsal lab, score reading and rehearsal sessions, reading sessions for new band and jazz ensemble music, and a composer-led session on the composer’s own music.
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REGISTRATION
NEBDI Banquet
On-Campus Housing
Optional Graduate Credit
Why attend NEBDI?
The clinicians. NEBDI features clinicians who are outstanding music educators and who have a clear understanding of what makes bands work and what helps students learn. This Institute is an opportunity to develop your ideas and teaching methodologies in a relaxed atmosphere as you listen to others and join in the discussions. We try to address topics that will help us to grow, not only as teachers, but as musicians. At a glance:
- Michael Markowski, featured composer
- Glen Adsit, The Hartt School
- Edward Cumming, The Hartt School
- Alyssa Comeau, Turners Falls School District
- Amy Bovin, University of South Florida
- Heidi Welch, Castleton University
- Steve Cady, James Walker, Keene State College faculty
- and more!
Graduate credit. Looking to move closer to that pay-bump, or simply want recognition for your professional development? As fellow educators, we understand, which is why we’re able to offer graduate credit. Those who wish to receive 1 graduate credit for their participation in NEBDI will write a brief follow-up paper based on one or more of the topics covered during the Institute. The paper is designed to be of direct benefit for your teaching next fall!
Hands-on sessions & playing. It’s highly recommended that you bring your instrument to play with the Directors’ Band for the reading sessions. This year we have four reading sessions you won’t want to miss.
On-campus housing. We’ve got a room for you! Our air-conditioned rooms come with linens, towels, pillows, and are less expensive than the area hotels… just bring your own shampoo!
Off-campus accommodations. Don’t want to stay on-campus? We get that, too. If you’d prefer a hotel room, there are several great options in and around Keene. You’re advised to make your reservations as soon as possible, though! If you’re a KSC alumnus, you might be eligible for a discount at several Keene hotels. Click here for a list of hotels, inns and bed & breakfasts, and campgrounds in Keene.
Great food. Not only will we provide coffee and tea during the day’s energy lulls, but food options on- and off-campus are excellent. Check out Monadnock NH’s list of top restaurants in and around Keene, or Yelp’s current list of top restaurants near Downtown Keene.
The recognition. Who doesn’t like a little recognition for their hard work? During the NEBDI Banquet, NHBDA will pay tribute to the 2023 recipients of the “Outstanding Band Director” and the “Outstanding Young Band Director” awards. We want this to be an important event of our Institute and a fitting tribute to these music educators.
The location. Keene State College is very easy to locate, off I-91 (Exit 3), and is easily reached from all points east. All of our sessions will take place in the spacious Young Student Center, a gorgeous building with a towering Atrium, and glass walls facing the very green campus. Plus, nearby hiking trails offer stunning views of Mount Monadnock. Here are some maps to help you get here and to get around KSC, and an online tourist’s guide to the Monadnock Region.
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The Gary Corcoran Memorial 4-Person Scramble Golf Tournament! In honor of former NEBDI Coordinator Gary Corcoran, consider joining us on Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at 10:30am at the Bretwood Golf Course in Keene, NH (reception to follow). Greens Fee: approx. $28 (paid on the day of the tournament). The deadline to register is July 1st. If you would like to play in the Gary Corcoran Memorial Golf Tournament please email your name and average score for 9 holes to Kenda Corcoran at kendac@metrocast.net. Everyone is invited and welcome to join for a reception following the tournament at 1pm.
Registration Link: Click Here For…
REGISTRATION
NEBDI Banquet
On-Campus Housing
Optional Graduate Credit
Schedule
*Subject to Change*
Thursday, July 13
| 8:00–8:50 | Atrium | Registration / Get Acquainted / Continental Breakfast / Visit Exhibits & Vendors |
| 8:50–10:00 | MBR | Plenary Session – A Conversation with Michael Markowski |
| 10:15–11:45 | Session 1 | |
| MTV | Recruitment & Retention Roundtable Alyssa Comeau, Heidi Welch, Christian Terry, Elisa Saunders |
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| NOC | Teaching Emerging Music Literacy through Composition (and other strategies for successful beginnings) Bunny Saranita |
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| LAN | Starting a Student on Bassoon: Overcoming Obstacles (I) Janet Polk |
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| 11:45–1:00 | Lunch | |
| Keene | Lunch in Keene (or Lloyd’s Marketplace, in the Student Center) | |
| ZDC | NHBDA Executive Board Business Meeting & Luncheon | |
| Atrium | Visit Music Exhibits & Vendors | |
| 1:15–2:45 | Session 2 | |
| MTV | The Experiences of Female High School Band Directors Amy Bovin |
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| NOC | How to Create and Cultivate a Robust Horn Section (I) Julia Cavagnaro |
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| LAN | Starting a Student on Bassoon: Overcoming Obstacles (II) Janet Polk |
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| 2:45–3:15 | Atrium | Coffee & Tea Break / Visit Exhibits & Vendors |
| 3:15–4:45 | Session 3 | |
| MTV | The Lives of Female Band Directors: Stories Straight from the Source Amy Bovin |
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| NOC | How to Create and Cultivate a Robust Horn Section (II) Julia Cavagnaro |
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| LAN | Developing the Jazz Rhythm Section Steve Cady |
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| 5:00–6:15 | Keene | Dinner in Keene |
| Reading Session | ||
| 6:30–8:00 | MBR | Grade 1–2 Reading Session Alyssa Comeau |
Friday, July 14
| 8:00–8:45 | Atrium | Continental Breakfast / Visit Music Exhibits & Vendors |
| Reading Session | ||
| 8:45–10:45 | MBR | Grade 3–5 Reading Session: Selecting Quality Repertoire Glen Adsit |
| 11:00–12:00 | Session 1 | |
| MTV | Why Do I Teach Music? J. Thomas Seddon |
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| MBR | Percussion Ensembles: Promoting Musicianship James Walker |
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| LAN | Instrument Repairs Refresher Domenic Vecchi, Music & Arts |
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| 12:15–1:00 | Lunch | |
| Keene | Lunch in Keene (or Lloyd’s Marketplace, in the Student Center) | |
| Atrium | Visit Music Exhibits & Vendors | |
| Reading Session | ||
| 1:00–2:30 | MBR | Rising Composers Reading Session J. Thomas Seddon & Michael Markowski |
| 2:30–3:00 | Atrium | Tea Time / Visit Music Exhibits & Vendors |
| Featured Composer Reading Session | ||
| 3:00–5:00 | MRB | The Music of Michael Markowski Michael Markowski & J. Thomas Seddon |
| 5:15–6:45 | Dinner | |
| ZDC | NEBDI Banquet & Awards Ceremony | |
| Keene | OR dinner on own in Keene | |
| 7:00–8:45 | Directors’ Forums: Rebuilding & Recruiting (Post)-Covid & Jazz Band Reading Session |
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| MTV | Elementary/Middle School Directors’ Forum Alyssa Comeau, facilitator |
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| LAN | High School Directors’ Forum Bunny Saranita, facilitator |
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| MBR | Jazz Band Reading Session Kenneth Clark |
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| 9:15–? | Directors’ Get-Together Margaritas Mexican Restaurant 77 Main Street, Keene, NH 03431 |
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Saturday, July 15
| 8:30–9:00 | Atrium | Continental Breakfast & Socialize |
| 9:00–10:30 | MBR | Conducting Lab Glen Adsit & Edward Cumming |
| 10:45–12:00 | MBR | Rehearsal Lab Glen Adsit & Edward Cumming |
Registration Link: Click Here For…
REGISTRATION
NEBDI Banquet
On-Campus Housing
Optional Graduate Credit
We look forward to seeing you at Keene State College on July 13–15 for three days of learning, playing, and networking!
NEBDI is sponsored by the Keene State College Music Department and the New Hampshire Band Directors Association.
For all questions related to NEBDI 2023, please email Dr. John Hart at John.Hart@keene.edu.