Furman Honor Band Symposium

Furman Honor Band 2023 Woodwind Ensemble

Furman Honor Band Symposium

Thursday, November 19th – Friday, November 20th, 2026

This year’s Furman Honor Band Symposium (for High School students) will be a concert band-based event.  We anticipate seating two full bands (placement based on video audition: more information below).

The nomination form will open on August 31, and the deadline for band directors to nominate eligible students is September 25. The nomination form can be found here (reminder: the form opens August 31: it will not be accessible until that date).

Students and directors will be notified of their acceptance no later than October 5.

Important Dates at a Glance

thru September 25 | Band director online nomination forms collected
October 5 | Band directors/students notified of acceptance and video audition info; registration opens
October 26 | Students will submit video recordings of their placement auditions
November 9-10 | Band/chair placements notification and music available
November 19-20 | Honor Band Symposium

Questions? Contact Jill Gusukuma.

Event Information

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Eligibility

High school students (9th-12th grade) nominated by their band directors

Division of Ensembles

Via video audition. More information to come.

Selection Process

Band directors may nominate up to 10% of their currently enrolled program.  Selection for participation will be based on the following:

  • Band directors’ ranked order of nomination
  • Placement in a 2026 All-State Band
  • Students with past experience at Furman summer camps (especially Seniors)
  • Students with especially positive band director recommendations

Director Nomination Form

The nomination form can be found here (the form opens August 31). Notification of acceptance will email to directors no later than October 5.

Questions?

Contact Jill Gusukuma.

Important Dates:

thru September 25 | Band director online nomination forms collected
October 5 | Band directors/students notified of acceptance and video audition info; registration opens
October 26 | Students will submit video recordings of their placement auditions
November 9-10 | Band/chair placements notification and music available
November 19-20 | Honor Band Symposium

Cost: $50

All participation fees are non-refundable and due after notification of selection (we will provide a registration/payment portal). Here’s what they cover:

  • Friday dinner
  • Saturday snacks
  • Saturday lunch
  • Instruction
  • Event shirt
  • Participation medal

Students are encouraged to participate in the entire Furman Honor Band Symposium Experience.

Event Location:

Furman University campus (McAlister Auditorium, Daniel Music Building)

Coming soon for nominees selected to participate.

Nominees invited to register: please check your email for instructions beginning October 5.

Coming Soon!