Decorah Band Department Elizabeth Fritz, chairperson contact information: hs phone 563.382.3643 voice mail ext. 117 ms phone 563.382.8427 voice mail ext. 145 email lfritz@decorah.k12.ia.us

Mission Statement Registration Information Past Participating Schools Participating Students 2010 Selection Process /Criteria Past Programs Festival Evaluation Form Future Plans Back to the Web Site Map   Another priority of the festival is providing educational opportunities for both students and directors. The students are involved in masterclasses, live performances and exploratory situations. Several sessions are planned each year for the specific needs of the middle school band director. After several hours of practice during the day, a concert is performed in the evening to a packed house. Memoirs available for the students include a copy of the concert program, participation certificates and t-shirts. Guest directors for the ensembles are selected from outstanding middle schools, high schools and colleges from the Tri-State region.

Mission Statement and General Information The Tri-State Middle School Honor Band was first organized in 1994 and was developed with the intent of providing middle school students a quality performance opportunity. It has been traditionally held the first Saturday in March of each year. The Tri-State Middle School Honor Band Festival is held in Decorah, located in scenic Northeast Iowa. The town is home to Luther College, the Vesterhiem Museum and many beautiful parks and recreation areas. The festival includes two bands, one consisting of 7th grade students and the other consisting 8th grade students. This is a change from previous years, effective in 2005. Over 100 schools different schools have participated in the festival throughout the years. Schools are represented from all three states which include Iowa, Minnesota and Wisconsin. We are sponsored in part by Kephart's Music Center and the Decorah Band Boosters . Please send comments and questions to Elizabeth Fritz. This page created January 1, 1999 Last Revision 11/9/08 © Elizabeth Fritz - Music@River's Bend