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NATIONAL ANTHEM PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES

The Iowa High School Athletic Association and Iowa High School Music Association are seeking high school soloists or small ensembles (six or less) interested in performing the National Anthem for the 2023-2024 IHSAA State Tournament Series, which include the following: Any member school with an individual, or individuals, interested should submit a letter of recommendation … Continue reading NATIONAL ANTHEM PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES

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All-State Orchestra Wind Part Assignments

The 2023 All-State Orchestra Woodwind and Brass Part Assignments have been posted and can be found on the IHSMA website by following this link: https://ihsma.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2023-FINAL-Wind-Brass-Part-Assignment-All-State-Orchestra.pdf

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NATIONAL ANTHEM SINGERS

Thank you to the 30 schools that communicated interest in performing the National Anthem for the 2023 IHSAA Football Championships!  Ensembles were selected on a first-come, first-serve basis. Congratulations and thank you to the following schools and their directors:

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PERCUSSION FOR SALE

THANK YOU to The Percussion Source and West Music for providing percussion equipment for the All-State Band, Chorus, and Orchestra!!  This equipment is available for resale to our members schools.  A full list can be found by clicking this link: ALL-STATE PERCUSSION FOR SALE.  Please contact The Percussion Source or a West Music representative for … Continue reading PERCUSSION FOR SALE

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2023 PRE All-State Audition Information

PRE All-State Audition Mailing (Housing info/worksheet. Finale Registration, ticket information, meal information, transportation)

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2023 State Marching Band Festival

CONGRATULATIONS to our Marching Band students and directors on two outstanding weekends of performances at the State Marching Band Festival!!  THANK YOU to the following Site Managers and host communities: Cliff St. Clair at Sheldon; Al Paulson at Fort Dodge; Jason Dobbs and Sally Lange at Waterloo West; Joel Nagel and Jared Wacker at Cedar Rapids Washington; … Continue reading 2023 State Marching Band Festival

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Solo-Small Ensemble Festival – delays/cancellations

Class 2A Delays/cancellations for April 1, 2023:

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Thad K. Driskell Selected To Lead IHSMA

For additional information: Alan Greiner IHSMA alan@ihsma.org (515) 432-2013 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 10, 2023 Thad K. Driskell Selected To Lead Iowa High School Music Association Boone, IA – The Executive Committee of the Iowa High School Music Association (IHSMA) is pleased to announce the selection of Thad K. Driskell as the organization’s new Executive … Continue reading Thad K. Driskell Selected To Lead IHSMA

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2022 All-State Festival Concert – parking instructions

Iowa State University has a home football game on Saturday, November 19, 2022.  Game time has been announced as 6 PM.  This will greatly impact parking on Saturday, November 19, 2022 in the lots near Hilton Coliseum, Scheman Building and CY Stephens. Iowa State University, DiscoverAmes (Ames Convention and Visitor’s Bureau), and the Iowa High School … Continue reading 2022 All-State Festival Concert – parking instructions

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IHSMA Executive Director Position – Application Process

The Executive Committee of the Iowa High School Music Association is now accepting applications for the position of Executive Director. Applications can be submitted here: https://forms.gle/k5iM72pn8rccK7e38.  Applications are due by November 30, 2022.  Interested parties should prepare the following information for submission:  Materials will be reviewed in December. Applicants will be advised of their status … Continue reading IHSMA Executive Director Position – Application Process

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