Dr. William P. Foster Project

The College Band Directors National Association (CBDNA), Music for All (MFA), and National Band Association (NBA) are dedicated to the attainment of a high level of excellence for bands at all levels of instruction. These organizations have joined forces to create this collaborative initiative to support bands in underserved communities.

Priorities of the Dr. William P. Foster Project:

Award

The Dr. William P. Foster Project “Award of Excellence” recognizes quality programs serving historically disadvantaged student populations. High schools are recognized in odd years and middle schools are recognized on even years. This exciting initiative honors select educators, and their band programs, which are challenging students and reaching a high level of excellence.

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Mentorship

The Music Education Alliance has developed a network of peer consultants committed to connecting with individual teachers leading band programs in underserved schools and communities to support their efforts in ensuring excellence in musical opportunities for all students.

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Best Practices

The Music Education Alliance has assembled a growing collection of articles, videos, and links for band directors to access for help and support of their students and schools. Continue to check back as new contributions are added to our library .

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Midwest Clinic Diversity Reception

Dr. William P. Foster Project Advisory Board

Tom Bracy

Director of Urban Education and Educational Support Programming – Conn-Selmer

Patricia Brumbaugh

Conductor - Northwestern Michigan College Concert Band

Shelby Chipman

Associate Professor of Music - Florida A&M University

Richard Crain

President – The Midwest Clinic

Damien Crutcher

Co-Founder and Executive Director - Crescendo Detroit, Band Director

Don Jaramillo

Principal - Etiwanda HS (Rancho Cucamonga, CA), Former Band Director

Nola Jones

Coordinator of Visual and Performing Arts - Metro Nashville Public Schools

Matthew McInturf

Professor of Music, Director of Bands and Director of the Center for Music Education – Sam Houston State University – Midwest Clinic Title One Administrator