Welcome

Since 1958, the California Band Director’s Association has been comprised of band directors throughout the state who are committed to creating an exceptional honor band experience for our students, and to provide professional development opportunities for all instrumental educators.

2026 All-State Audition Deadlines

 

The deadline to submit All-State Audition Deadlines will be: 

October 15th – High School students

 November 3rd -Junior High School students.

Super Saturday September 6th!

 

Please save the date for Super Saturday 2025. We will be hosting audition clinics across the state. More information will be available soon!

CASMEC
2026 Registration

 

Be on the lookout for registration information for CASMEC 2026 in Sacramento in early September 2025.

 

Future CASMEC dates:

January 15-18, 2026 – Sacramento

January 13-17, 2027 – Sacramento

January 12-16, 2028 – Sacramento

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Our Mission

The California Band Directors Association (CBDA) is an organization that is inclusive of band directors from all areas of instrumental education. CBDA is committed to All-State Honor Ensembles, while providing professional growth and collaborative opportunities for band directors.