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A pick-up band for NABBA members without a competing home band: rehearse across championship weekend, then play the open section for comments.
The NABBA Instant Band seeks to expand participation in the NABBA Championships to those who do not have a competing home band. The band rehearses several times during the weekend of the competition and competes in the open section for comments only. Members receive their music ahead of time via email and are encouraged to practice their part and familiarize themselves with the pieces — rehearsal time is limited. Print the music yourself and bring it with you; extra copies are not available. Questions go to jpayne@nabba.org.
Open to all NABBA members who are not competing with another band at the Championships. You must be 18 or older at the time of the Championships. Brass and percussion musicians of all skill levels and backgrounds are welcome.
The rehearsal schedule is published after registration closes and the band is finalized. Expect to arrive by Thursday evening of championship weekend for the first rehearsal, with morning and evening rehearsals Friday and a morning rehearsal Saturday before the band competes in the open section. Members may come and go to accommodate solo and ensemble performances; otherwise full attendance is essential to the band's success.
Championships 2027 · April 7, 2027
Typically registration opens in mid-January and closes on March 1, with rehearsals Thursday through Saturday of championship weekend. Check back, or watch NABBA's email and social channels.