About Us

Formerly known as the Wisconsin Chapter of the National Band Association, the Wisconsin Concert Band Association is dedicated to promoting wind band music at all levels and in all forms.  The WCBA sponsors professional development events, an annual state conference, and honor bands at the middle school, high school, and university levels.  While we are now an independent organization, we strongly encourage our members to maintain their National Band Association Membership.  Visit the membership page to renew or join today!

Our 2026 convention will take place January 16-18 on the campus of UW Eau Claire.

Visit our Convention Page for registration, conference hotel reservations, etc.

The National Band Association-Wisconsin Chapter seeks to further Instrumental Music Education through commissioning an original band work by a notable composer.  Following the success of our 2019 and 2025 commission projects with Robert Sheldon and Erika Svanoe, we are currently working with noted composer Kathy Fenske to produce another new piece to be added to the repertoire of quality band music available to the world.

A work of this magnitude is costly, and donations are accepted and appreciated. No amount is too large or too small; all are appreciated.  Please consider donating by navigating to our Commission Project page, where you will find more information and a link to donate.  If you wish to donate a larger amount and become a member of the consortium, see the form letter below.  Thanks much for the support of our students and instrumental music education in our State, Country, and World.

2027 - Kathy Fenske

2025 - Erika Svanoe

2019 - Robert Sheldon