Capital University 2026 Band Festival

About this event

Capital University 2026 Band Festival

Event Overview

November 20 - 21, 2026

Entering its 25th year, the Capital University Band Festival is designed to provide students the opportunity to work with the Conservatory’s internationally recognized faculty and renowned guest conductors. The festival is held annually on the beautiful Capital University campus and past guest artists have included Frank Ticheli, Steven Bryant, John Mackey, Michael Markowski, Craig Kirchhoff, Paula Crider, and Ray Cramer.

The Capital University Band Festival is open to all high school musicians from 9th-12th grade.

Participation Fee

Each student selected to participate in the band festival must pay a $150 non-refundable participation fee (+ $8.69 processing fee) to complete the registration process. This is not due until after the nomination process is complete, and students, directors, and parents are notified of the results. The participation fee for this year's event includes a Friday lunch and dinner, Saturday lunch, and instruction for the weekend.

The registration and fee deadline is October 31, 2026, at 11:59 PM.

Wavier and Authorizations

By registering for this Capital University Conservatory of Music Winds and Percussion Camp. I hereby give my consent for my student to participate in this camp and with this permission I fully indemnify the sponsors of this program for any injuries or damages occasioned by my child or myself. I agree to allow the publication of photos/videos taken during this camp.

From Capital University