Capital University 2025 Band Festival

  • November 14 - 16, 2025

  • Capital University

    1 College and Main
    Columbus, Ohio 43209
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Description

Capital University 2025 Band Festival

Event Overview

November 14 - 16, 2025
November 14 - 15: High School Honor Band 

Entering its 24th year, the Capital University Band Festival is designed to provide students the opportunity to work with the Conservatory’s internationally recognized faculty and renowned guest conductors. The festival is held annually on the beautiful Capital University campus and past guest artists have included Frank Ticheli, Steven Bryant, John Mackey, Michael Markowski, Craig Kirchhoff, Paula Crider, and Ray Cramer.

The Capital University Band Festival is open to all high school musicians from 9th-12th grade.

Featured Guest Conductors for this year’s Band Festival

  • Mr. Brian Balmages, Composer in Residence, Director of MakeMusic Publications and Digital Education for Alfred Music
  • Dr. Richard Good, Director of Bands, Auburn University, Auburn, AL
  • Dr. LaToya Webb, Visiting Professor in Music (Bands) Ball State University, Muncie, IN
  • Mr. Jeff Donahue, Director of Bands, Southeastern High School, Chillicothe, OH

Performances by:

  • Capital University Symphonic Winds
  • Capital University Wind Symphony
  • Capital University Chamber Ensembles
  • The Capital University Youth Bands (Junior Winds and Cadet Band)
  • The Southeastern High School Symphonic Band

Student highlights include: 

  • Participate in one of three outstanding honor bands
  • Participate in masterclasses led by Capital Conservatory faculty and alumni
  • Attend performances by Conservatory performing groups
  • Take a tour of our Music Technology facilities

Band director highlights include:

  • Sit in on open rehearsals and watch guest artists in action
  • Join a conversation with Brian Balmages, Composer in Residence
  • Opportunity to earn Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)

Participation Fee

Each student selected to participate in the band festival must pay a $150 non-refundable participation fee to complete the registration process. This is not due until after the nomination process is complete, and students, directors, and parents are notified of the results.

Wavier and Authorizations 

By registering for this Capital University Conservatory of Music Winds and Percussion Camp. I hereby give my consent for my student to participate in this camp and with this permission I fully indemnify the sponsors of this program for any injuries or damages occasioned by my child or myself. I agree to allow the publication of photos/videos taken during this camp.

Date & Time

Nov 14, 2025 8:00 AM - Nov 16, 2025 9:00 PM

Venue Details

Capital University

1 College and Main
Columbus, Ohio 43209 Capital University
Capital University