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World Association for Symphonic Bands and Ensembles (WASBE) is the only international organization of wind band conductors, composers, performers, publishers, teachers, instrument makers and friends of wind music. It is the only organization completely dedicated to enhancing the quality of the wind band throughout the world and exposing its members to new worlds of repertoire, musical culture, people and places. WASBE is a non-profit international association open to all individuals, institutions and industries interested in symphonic wind bands and wind ensembles.
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"We recognize that we are in an inclusive organization and that this defines our uniqueness."
2024 Composition Winners
Upcoming Events
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Royal Northern College of Music Wind & Brass Conducting MasterclassNov 08, 2025, 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM GMTManchester, 124 Oxford Rd, Manchester M13 9RD, UK
II International Band Composition Contest “Ciutat de Bétera”Closing date: June 1, 2025, 12am (CET)Hybrid
James E. Croft Grant for Young and Emerging Wind Band ComposersClosing date: 11:55pm, Nov 1, 2024Online Application
Disclaimer: Event listings are submitted by the respective organizers and do not represent or is associated with WASBE in any official capacity unless specified. While all information is accurate at the time of publication, it may be subject to change without prior notice. For further details, please contact the event organizer directly. Thank you.
WASBE is a World of People and Places
More than anything, WASBE is an international community of people who are developing friendships and professional contacts worldwide.
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