Virtual Opportunities Spring 2020

These are  virtual opportunities we have become aware of that may be of interest. These are presented for information only, ACB is not involved these projects. If you have a virtual event to share, please send the information to [email protected]

Learning Opportunities

• The Global Bandroom Podcast
• DunedIn Concert Band Virtual Repertoire Workshops
• register on zoom
• facebook live
• Currently scheduled for April 21, April 28, May 5, May 12 

Playing Opportunities

• Stars & Stripes Together: A Virtual Play Along
• Hosted by American Bandmasters Association and "The President's Own" United States Marine Band
• Wednesday, May 27, 2020 at 1 PM – 1:30 PM on Youtube
• This is a play along event - music available through the above link, students have the opportunity to submit a video for a special July 4th event.
• The Global Band Room Facebook Group
• Distant Harmonies - River City Rhythm
• First Piece: Hymn for a New Day by Dr. Drew Shanefield - Submissions open until April 17th
• Lone Star Wind Orchestra: Lone Star Global Ensemble
• Goal is to create a full concert performance
• First Piece:  Stars and Stripes Forever by John Philip Sousa - Submissions extended to April 14th
• Second Piece: River Shannon!  by  Julie Giroux (WORLD PREMIER) - Submissions open until May 4th
• Southern New Hampshire University Virtual Orchestra / Wind Symphony
• "Song of Hope" World Band
• Song of Hope by Peter Meechan - submission open until May 5th

 Virtual Lessons/Warm Ups 

• Harry Watters (Trombone) - archived on YouTube and Facebook - week days at 11 AM Eastern (USA)

Updated May 13, 2020