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NBA is an organization open to anyone and everyone interested in bands, regardless of the length of his/her experience, type of position held, or the specific level at which he/she works. The membership roster includes men and women from every facet of the band world.

NBA is today's band directors' professional organization. It stands ready to serve all members of the association in a variety of ways. To apply for membership, simply fill out the online Membership Application.


Privileges of Membership

• The Instrumentalist — official monthly magazine, sent to all but Retired and Life members.
• The NBA Journal — published four times yearly -- Fall (NBA insert in the October issue of theThe Instrumentalist magazine), Winter, Spring (online) and Summer
• Access to all areas of the web site, www.nationalbandassociation.org.
• Usage of NBA Awards
• Access/Usage of Selective Music Lists
• Access to all NBA initiatives and activities

Membership Types

Individual Memberships
Individuals interested in any facet of the band world.

Spousal Memberships
Couples who wish to share one copy of The Instrumentalist.

Institutional Memberships
Available for bands, band booster clubs, schools, and organizations promoting the band movement.

Corporate Memberships
Established for music companies interested in having a voice in NBA and in supporting NBA projects.

International Memberships
Individuals residing in countries other than the United States.

Retired Memberships
Individuals who have retired from active service in the profession.

Student Memberships
Aspiring instrumental music educators.

Life Memberships
Life Membership are granted or offered only to current life members, Past Presidents, Hall of Fame, and AWAPA recipients.

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