Cancellation of 2021 Region & All-State Clinics
The SCBDA has decided to cancel in-person Region, All-State Band, and All-State Jazz clinics for 2021. When considering the logistical…
News & Updates
2021 SCMEA Featured Performer: Easley Jazz
The Easley First Class Jazz Ensemble, under the direction of Mrs. Tori Bevels for the past four years, is the premier jazz…
Call for Research
South Carolina Music Educators Association Day of Research in Music Education Columbia, South Carolina April 24th, 2021 Deadline for Submissions…
In Memoriam: Steven Charles Coatney
Steven “Steve” Charles Coatney, 68, of Columbia, passed away Wednesday, February 17, 2021. He was born in Manhattan, Kansas on…
In Memoriam: John Aultin Bostic, Jr.
Born 1/24/1937 in Wilmington, NC, he was the son of John Aultin Bostic & Acoree Batts Bostic. He Graduated from…
BandTalk Resumes February 15
President-Elect, Chuck Deen, will resume as host of his popular series, BandTalk, on Monday, February 15, 2021. Sessions will be…
Virtual SCMEA Band Performances
The following ensembles will present virtual performances as part of the SCMEA Professional Development Concert. In the coming weeks ahead,…
In Memoriam: Harry Bouknight
Harry Bouknight, age 92, widower of Jean Martin Bouknight, passed away Friday, January 29, 2021, at his home. He was…
February Business Meeting Info
Directors, I hope this finds you all well, safe, and off to a great start in the second semester of…
SCBDA Support for Adrian Wright
SCBDA Members, As you all know, our friend and colleague, Adrian Wright, was in a terrible accident. His recovery…