Vision & Mission

WASBE is a non-profit international association open to all individuals, institutions and industries interested in symphonic wind bands and wind ensembles as serious and distinctive mediums of musical expression and cultural heritage.

WASBE has welcomed over 1000 members, and organizations in more than 50 countries, from throughout the world. The official language of WASBE is English and all official WASBE business is transacted in this language. However, in order to help facilitate better communications within the WASBE membership, WASBE Sections have been established in several countries and regions and provide information to the membership in these areas in their respective languages.

Mission

WASBE and its many members strive to:

  • promote symphonic bands and wind ensembles as serious and distinctive mediums of musical expression and cultural heritage.
  • assist in all ways possible the development of band activities throughout the world.
  • encourage the international exchange of conductors, teachers, students, and composers.
  • help others recognize the importance of the symphonic wind band and the wind ensemble for international and national communication and understanding.
  • encourage the composition of band literature of excellence that reflects national heritages and transcends international boundaries.

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Members receive a host of benefits by joining the WASBE community, including:

  • Exclusive Access to the Member Directory

  • Electronic Magazine and Journal Editions

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WASBE is a non-profit organization. Our events and service are only possible with the support of donations and volunteers

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