Founded in 1977, the Manitoba Band Association is a non-profit charitable organization which fosters, promotes and encourages the establishment, growth and development of bands and band activity in Manitoba.
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We are supported by a membership of music educators,
music students, community bands, industry partners, organizations, and others who share our goals.
The MBA is affiliated with the Canadian Band Association, the Manitoba Music Educator's Association
and the Coalition for Music Education in Canada.
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Innovative and outstanding band programs and ensembles since 1977.
2024-2025 is our 48th year of serving the Manitoba band community!
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Music is an agent of hope. A dynamic and valuable device that helps us to heal and brings us together. In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge that MBA activities take place on Treaty Territory – today on Treaty One land that was earnestly cared for by Indigenous peoples who lived in harmony with it before European settlement. Treaty One is the ancestral lands of the Anishinaabek, Inninewak, Anishinnewak, Dene, and Dakota peoples, and is the homeland of the Red River Métis.
We acknowledge that Winnipeg benefits daily from Treaty 3 water that comes from Shoal Lake 40. It is with sincere sentiment that we recognize the mistakes of our recent and distant past. In working towards a Canada that benefits us all, we commit to seeking a greater understanding of Canada’s diverse cultural relationships through continued work with Indigenous communities; we commit to live in ways that honour and respect the treaties that were made on these territories; and we commit to stewarding the land in harmony for all who will come after us.
OUR PROGRAMS
Delivering Quality Programs for the Manitoba Band Community
SUMMER BAND CAMPS
Established in 1989, the summer band camps give students the opportunity to spend a week in August playing in full band rehearsals, sectionals, and more. These camps are a great way to kick-start your young musicians for the upcoming school year.
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Offering Junior, Intermediate, & Senior Level Honour Band experiences for students up to Grade 12 from across Manitoba since 1978!
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FAMILY OF FESTIVALS
The MBA Family of Festivals celebrates 50 years in 2024-25 and comprises a Concert Band Festival, a Jazz Band Festival, Level One Festivals in both Winnipeg and Brandon, and a Community Band Festival.
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MENTORSHIP
The MBA Mentorship Program is designed for educators in their first three years of the profession, or who are new to teaching band. Participants are paired with an experienced mentor who will provide support and guidance. A series of Mentorship workshops and professional development sessions are offered throughout the school year.
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HOLIDAY TUBA FESTIVAL
MBA's Holiday Tuba Festival provides an opportunity for tuba and euphonium players of all ages and experience levels from across Manitoba to gather in December to perform a festive concert on the Piano Nobile level of the Manitoba Centennial Concert Hall before a Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra concert.​
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WAVE OF LIGHT
Manitoba Wave of Light is a heartfelt fundraiser to show the power music has to heal, bring people together, and make a difference in our community while supporting CancerCare MB Foundation. This project offers a unique opportunity to unite communities across the province through the universal language of music, featuring an original composition by acclaimed composer Peter Meechan.​
Contact Info
​Email: info@mbband.org
Phone: 204-663-1226
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Hours: generally 9am - 5pm Mon - Fri (closed holidays and after event weekends).
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​Address: Manitoba Band Association
121 Cathedral Ave
Winnipeg, MB
R2W 0W7
Charitable Registration No. 119030104 RR 0001
