The Wind Band Institute gave me resources and skills to help my students reach a higher level of musicianship and performance.

Bruce Morlock
Red River High School
Grand Forks, ND


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Registration Information

Wind Band Institute Participant Fee
An “EARLY BIRD” Wind Band Institute fee of $377 is offered to those registering before May 31. Those registrations postmarked after May 31 will pay the regular fee of $398. The Wind Band Institute fee includes all sessions, use of facilities, refreshments and evening picnic.

NEW for 2008! Undergraduate Participant Fee
A significant 60% discounted partcipant fee of only $149 is offered to students currently enrolled in a college or university music program. Part of our mission is to encourage and support new music educators.

Methods of Payment
Checks should be made payable to Wind Band Institute and mailed to P.O. Box 162, Hawley, MN 56549. We are unable to accept credit cards. Receipt of your registration form and a $150 check will secure your housing (if requested) and serve as your deposit. You will receive a confirmation letter indicating your remaining expenses (i.e. tuition balance, housing, credits, meals) which may be paid upon arrival.

Refund Policy:
Requests for refunds (less the $60 cancellation fee) are honored if received five full working days prior to the Wind Band Institute. However, substitutions are accepted at any time. We reserve the right to cancel the Wind Band Institute because of insufficient enrollment or other unforeseen circumstances. If the Institute is cancelled, we will refund all registration fees, but cannot be held responsible for any other costs, charges, or expenses, including cancellation/change charges assessed by airlines or travel agencies.