THE NEW ENGLAND SCHOLASTIC BAND ASSOCIATION

NESBA was established to engender and maintain enthusiastic interest in the various phases of music, colorguard, percussion ensembles and music education in our secondary schools. NESBA’s primary thrust is to provide an atmosphere in which education and musicality are of the utmost importance. Therefore, the core philosophy of NESBA is to provide exceptional performance opportunities for high school students, using marching band activity and competitive performances as a tool in effective music education. 

It is the intent of NESBA to encourage a spirit of cooperation, dialogue, and sportsmanship amongst Directors, instructors, performers, and support groups.  We feel that acceptance of this philosophy will insure that our activities function at the highest level of professional and educational standards.

The purposes of NESBA may be further defined as follows:

• To promote the performance standards and levels of all performing groups;
  
• To strive for excellence in the musical, visual, and performing arts;
  
• To stimulate interest, appreciation and understanding of all types of programs;
  
• To promote pride, enthusiasm and camaraderie amongst all individuals involved in the competitive arena;
  
• To assist members at all levels of experience to identify areas of mutual concern;
  
• To provide scholarship assistance to all worthy students;
  
• To encourage the development of a spirit of friendship and cooperation amongst all participants.