The 73rd Annual Conference - December 18-21, 2019

What began in 1946 as 120 music directors meeting for six hours in a Chicago YWCA gym has now become the annual four-day music band and orchestra conference known as The Midwest Clinic International Band, Orchestra and Music Conference. For over 70 years, musicians, educators and people passionate about music education of all skill levels have gathered in Chicago for the largest music conference of its kind. 

The Midwest Clinic International Band, Orchestra and Music Conference offers guests interested in music education an array of clinics and exhibits, as well as access to music and teaching icons. The conference will also focus on industry trends and future topics in business and music education. With more than 18,000 attendees from all 50 states and more than 30 countries, The Midwest Clinic offers music educators and musicians alike an unmatched networking opportunity.
  

    Choose from over 50 concerts 
    Attend 4 rehearsal labs and more than 90 clinics 
    Witness 3 new music reading sessions 
    The Largest Exhibit Hall in Our History! Almost 400 companies and exhibitors taking up over 76,000 sq. ft. of space.  See the List Now!

The Midwest Clinic International Band, Orchestra and Music Conference each year displays top ensembles throughout the music conference to showcase the newest ideas and talent. From students to professionals, performers have a chance to exhibit their talents to a supportive and enthusiastic audience with an interest in furthering music education. Each band and orchestra conference is unique and offers attendees the most up-to-date music styles and education techniques.

Who Can Attend?
Guests of the music conference do not have to be part of an orchestra, band or any other group. From teachers to administrators, music enthusiast to professional musicians.  And EVERYONE in between! Register on your own or as part of a group. While offering world-class innovation, education and networking, The Midwest Clinic maintains competitive rates to ensure that musicians and music educators from all financial backgrounds can attend.

The Midwest Clinic is ideal for: 

    Instrumental Music Teachers 
    Fine Arts Administrators 
    Professional and Amateur Musicians 
    Military Musicians 
    College and University Teachers, Students and Administrators 
    Music Industry Representatives 
    Composers and Arrangers 
    Grade School and High School Music Students 
    Conductors 

Source: Event Website