UMN-TC Concert Band Festival: A Music for All Affiliate Regional Music Festival Presented by Yamaha

A concert band ensemble actively performing on Ted Mann Concert Hall stage with a conductor standing in front of the ensemble with his hands raised.
The Mounds View High School Concert Band perform at the 2024 UMN-TC Concert Band Festival under the direction of Bill Sucha.

Join us in Ted Mann Concert Hall at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities for the 2027 Concert Band Festival: A Music for All Affiliate Regional Music Festival, Presented by Yamaha. This non-competitive festival offers an enriching experience for high school concert band students and their conductors, designed to foster musical growth, artistic collaboration, and professional development.

March 4-5, 2027 Performance Schedule

All performances are free, open to the public, and take place in Ted Mann Concert Hall. We invite you to join us and support these incredible student and professional musicians!

Thursday, March 4 @ 8:00pm = University Wind Ensemble (featured ensemble)

Friday, March 5 @ 8:00pm = Minnesota Symphonic Winds (featured ensemble)

Additional Bands are forthcoming

About the Festival

Each year, the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Concert Band Festival brings together ten to twelve high school concert bands for two days of outstanding music-making, feedback, and inspiration. Ensembles perform in a supportive environment that emphasizes musical excellence and mutual respect. Participants also enjoy the opportunity to attend performances by other ensembles, including featured performances by University of Minnesota musicians.

Leadership & Clinicians

Featured Performers

We are excited to announce that the University of Minnesota Wind Ensemble and the Minnesota Symphonic Winds will be two of our featured performers during the Festival!

Registration

Registration for the 2027 Concert Band Festival will open in September 2026.

  • 2027 fees are $500 per ensemble.
  • For questions or inquiries, please contact us at [email protected].

Participation Includes

  • 20-minute performance on the Ted Mann Concert Hall stage
  • 45-minute clinic with a guest clinician or University of Minnesota faculty
  • Written feedback from clinicians
  • Professional audio recording of each performance, provided post-event
  • Opportunity to observe other ensembles from around the region
  • Access to large percussion equipment and a grand piano

Repertoire is selected by the conductor. Please bring three additional sets of scores for use by the clinicians. Professional concert attire is encouraged.

Have Questions?
We’re happy to help. Email us at [email protected].