August 7, 2020 Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, Indiana

If you’re a college student currently majoring in music education (undergraduate or graduate level), you can attend the Drum Corps International World Championship Semifinals AND the Bands of America Grand National Championship Semifinals as our guest!

Friday, August 7, 2020 DCI World Championship Semifinals

Saturday, November 14, 2020 BOA Grand National Semifinals

You’ll experience KICKin’ off the day with Fran Kick and a series of marching music education/music-industry insiders. A behind the scenes tour and complimentary tickets from reserved seats to see, hear, and feel what’s possible in today’s marching music activity.

Schedule Friday, August 7, 2020 9:00am-10:00pm 8:30-9:00 a.m. Sign in Southeast VIP Stadium Entrance

9:00-9:30 a.m. Welcome with Fran Kick, Mix-and-Meet

9:30-10:15 a.m. Behind the scenes stadium tour

10:15-11:35 a.m. Meet-the-Masters

11:45 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. See warm-ups and/or marketplace

1:30 p.m.- 10:00 p.m. Enjoy World Championship Semifinals (Parking and meals on your own.) Saturday, November 14, 2020 9:00am-5:30pm 8:30-9:00 a.m. Sign in Southeast VIP Stadium Entrance

9:00-9:30 a.m. Welcome with Fran Kick, Mix-and-Meet

9:30-10:15 a.m. Behind the scenes stadium tour

10:15-11:35 a.m. Meet-the-Masters

11:45 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Enjoy Grand National Semifinals (Parking and meals on your own.)

Location Lucas Oil Stadium

500 South Capitol Avenue

Indianapolis, IN 46225

www.lucasoilstadium.com

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Register RSVP required to attend both events as space is limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Register by August 1, 2020 DCI Future Music Educators’ Experience Registration Form Your receipt via e-mail confirmation will guarantee your registration. For more information call Scott Dixon, DCI Fan Experience Senior Manager, at 1-317-275-1212 or email Register by November 1, 2020 BOA Future Music Educators’ Expereince Registration Form Your receipt via e-mail confirmation will guarantee your registration. For more information call Cecily Yoakam, Advocacy and Educational Resources Coordinator, at 1-317-524-6209 or email

Reviews



Gary Hall, Music Faculty

Laramie County Community College, Cheyenne, Wyoming My students felt that the entire BOA Grand Nationals weekend experience was of tremendous educational value. In fact, a quick show of hands indicated that the entire instrumental music class is planning on attending again. The overwhelming response was absolutely positive! That’s right! Gary and his entire group of students flew in from Cheyenne, Wyoming to participate. JJ Norman, Collegiate Program Manager

National Association for Music Education Any time young professionals get together to discuss their passion for and the future of their chosen profession it is time well spent. But, when these future music educators are brought together by an event centered around a common goal, such as the “Future Music Educators Experience,” the value is augmented. Seeing such success and energy regarding the future of music education is incredibly uplifting and invigorating. I highly recommend future music educators interested in the marching activity take advantage of such opportunities to kick start their career.

Marshall Kimball, Music Professor

Marietta College, Ohio I took my Marching Band Techniques class to this event last year. it was extremely worthwhile and educational for all my music education students. From the presentations to the performances of the bands, my students were able to accumulate information that will help them in their future careers as instrumental music educators. I am pleased this opportunity is being given again. It takes the classroom into a very practical arena.

Daniel Belongia, DMA

Assistant Director of Bands, Illinois State University I've had a variety of experiences with BOA and DCI as a volunteer, performer and teacher. I believe in them and the positive role they've played in my career and life.

Joe Allison, Professor of Music

Eastern Kentucky University This is a well-coordinated event. I’m very impressed. So proud of you and the results you facilitated today, Fran. Higher ed people can be a bit cloistered and not always receptive to that which they don’t understand. In my old age, it's easy to be jaded about educational initiatives, but I'm convinced that you're the Real Deal for the Right Reasons!

Bill Jobert

Coordinator of Music Education, Wright State University I was excited to see so many of our students attend the Future Music Educator's Experience at Lucas Oil Stadium. This is the second year in a row we have had students attend and they are coming back to WSU and sharing some real excitement over the people they met and got to talk to. The feedback from the students who attend is very positive and I appreciate how everyone treats them as young professionals during the day. This is part of a culture shift we are working on in our music education program. We are encouraging and pushing students to step off campus and to take advantage of the rich offerings in our region. They have been much more actively attending conferences and workshops and we are encouraging this in our music education classes.

Jessica Metzger

Music Education Major The Grand Nationals Semi-Finals as well as the DCI Semi-Finals Experiences for college students majoring in music education were probably the most exciting and educational days of my college career to date. All the speakers were great and very motivational. Getting to know other music education majors was also another aspect I enjoyed. It was an overall fantastic experience.

Matt McComb

Music Education Major The programs at both the Grand Nationals Semi-Finals and the DCI Semi-Finals were great. Being in a room with music educators and marching music fans alike was a fun experience. Being able to talk and share ideas with people from across the country was truly awesome. As a future music educator about to graduate in eight short months, I feel that I gained a great deal of knowledge and information that will help me in the field. Furthermore, the networking connections I have made through different people in different places are something I will cherish. I feel that these two experiences were a phenomenal way to getting future music educators in one room to discuss the topic of the future.

Holly Smith

Music Education Major You are truly a motivational speaker and further inspire and remind me why it is I want to do what I want to do as a music educator. All the advice you offer is 100% useful.

Michael Baum

Music Education Major I had a wonderful time at the free DCI Semi-Finals symposium for music education majors! It was a great way to meet new people and get a behind the scenes look at how a DCI show works!

Kelvin Flores, Music Education Major

California State University, Northridge The Future Music Educators' Experience was surreal! Even a week later I am still in awe of everything I witnessed and learned during the event. My favorite part was meeting and learning from the master teachers. It is an experience that I will remember for many years to come and help guide me as I become a new music teacher within the next year. Thank you once again for inspiring so many students!

Tripp Hutson

Music Education Major On our way back home after a truly amazing first experience at Grand Nationals! I'm still in awe about everything that occurred over the last 24 hours. The Future Music Educators’ Experience was truly a humbling, energizing experience for all that participated. The participating bands were fantastic and the winner, well deserved. Congrats to the Tarpon Springs HS band on your achievements! If anyone ever is thinking about attending Grand Nationals, do it!

Rebecca Beyers

Music Education Major Thank you for speaking and for inspiring me to become a stronger leader. I will never forget the people I met, the words I heard, and the amazing musicianship I experienced. Your analysis of the 'stick' and 'carrot' resonated with me and I now look at school with a 'want to' instead of 'have to' attitude. It is amazing how much easier life can become with that attitude!

Brenna Giazzon

Music Education Major I feel so thankful and blessed to have attended The Future Music Educators' Experience today! Not only did I come away with more ideas on how to prepare for the future, but I was also reminded of the amazing support system that will always be there to help.

Lila

Music Education Major The DCI Semifinals event was an amazing experience! I learned so much inspirational information about visual manipulation and planning a show. I am currently in the process of applying for drum corps internships as a result of this AWESOME day. If you have the chance to go, you need to take it.



