Band Enrichment Opportunities
The Northwest Band is committed to providing students with opportunities to grow and excel beyond the band room. Band enrichment opportunities such as scholarships, summer music camps, honor camps, and workshops allow students to develop their skills, gain new experiences, and connect with fellow musicians. Whether you’re looking for ways to improve as a performer, explore new musical challenges, or receive financial support for your education, this page is your go-to resource. Check back regularly for updates, and visit this page to explore the latest opportunities available to our band students!
Community Programs
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Sunday is the monthly jazz jam session, sponsored by the Community Jazz Center or CJC. This monthly event is held at The Cave DSM (1437 Walnut St in Des Moines) from 2-4 pm, and is a great opportunity for anyone who is developing their skills as a jazz improviser to meet and play with other jazz musicians from around the city. The event is free and open to anyone who wants to play or watch.
Scholarships
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Each year, the Iowa Bandmasters Association sponsors a scholarship for students who are pursuing a degree in music education at an Iowa college or university. For the audition, students are asked to perform a solo, sight read, sit for an interview, and take a music theory test. Auditions are held on Saturday, January 10th at Ankeny High School. For more information, click the link below and talk to Mr. Strohmaier.
Camps / Clinics / Master Classes
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The Department of Music at Drake University is hosting a free afternoon master classes and performances on Monday, November 24 from 2:00-5:30 followed by a recital at 7:30 (you will be excused from class should you choose to attend). The day is free and will allow you the opportunity to play in like-instrument chamber ensembles, while learning from and connecting with Drake faculty and students as well as other high school players. This is a great opportunity for all clarinet and saxophone players. Register here