The National Band Association reported that the Summer 2026 edition of the NBA Journal is now available. Members may view the publication online by logging in to the NBA Journal Archive page. The association also noted that the Spring 2026 edition remains accessible through the same archive.
In addition to the journal update, the National Band Association reported issuing a joint position statement with the American Bandmasters Association and the John Philip Sousa Foundation. The statement addresses proposed federal tariffs on brass instruments. The organizations encourage members to learn more about the proposal and its potential impact on the music education community and students. Recent news updates from the association also include information regarding the 2026-2028 Board of Directors and the Wright Distinguished Legacy Award recipient, who recently celebrated their 102nd birthday. The association continues to invite individuals to sign up for its monthly newsletter to receive the latest announcements.
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