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SBU Invitational Concert Band

We are excited to offer students an outstanding educational opportunity in the form of an Honor Band consisting of the best High School students in the region on Saturday, February 8, 2025. Stephan Mathews, Director of Instrumental Studies at Southwest Baptist University will conduct the group. The event is free for students and includes lunch and a t-shirt. 

Nominations

Students or directors may nominate students for the ensemble. The nomination deadline is Friday, January 13, 2025. After the entry deadline, you will be notified Wednesday, 17 January, regarding acceptance. Music will be sent after nominees are notified and have accepted. 

Nominate Students

Accept or Decline Your Nomination

Event Schedule

Saturday, February 8, 2025

8:00 a.m. Check-In Begins (Mabee Center Lobby)
8:30 a.m. Rehearsal
9:50 a.m. Break
10:10 a.m. Rehearsal
11:00 a.m. Break
11:20 a.m. Rehearsal
12:00 p.m. Lunch
1:15 p.m. Sectionals
2:05 p.m. Break
2:20 p.m. Rehearsal
3:00 p.m. Break
3:20 p.m. Rehearsal
4:00 p.m. Break - Change to Concert Attire
5:00 p.m. SBU Honor Band Performance (Pike Auditorium)