PURPOSE
The Midwest Clinic exists for educational purposes exclusively; to raise the standards of music education; to develop new teaching techniques; to disseminate to school music teachers, directors and supervisors and others interested in music education, information to assist in their professional work; to examine, analyze and appraise literature dealing with music; to hold clinics, lectures and demonstrations for the betterment of music education; and in general to assist teachers and others interested in music education in better pursuing their profession.

WHEN AND WHERE
The Midwest Clinic is held every December at the Hilton Chicago and Towers, Palmer House Hilton, Congress Plaza Hotel, and the Merle Reskin Theatre.

WHO ATTENDS
School Band and Orchestra Teachers Instrumental Music Administrators Professional Musicians Military Musicians and Conductors College and University Teachers , Students, and Administrators Music Industry Representatives Music Booster Representatives Composers and Arrangers Grade School and High School Music Students

THE NUMBERS
13,000 Annual Attendance 350 Exhibitors . 560 Booths 40 Concerts . 100 Clinics All 50 states represented in attendance Representatives from more than thirty countries

COLLEGE CREDIT
A program offered in cooperation with the University of Miami enables teachers to earn one or two graduate, undergraduate, or continuing education credits while attending the Midwest Clinic.

TEACHER RESOURCE CENTER
Computer Software -
A hends-on opportunity for teachers to review software relating to all phases of instrumental music education.

Job Market -
The job information center includes a listing of available positions. Organizations are invited to add their openings to this list. Individuals looking for a job may also post their resumes.

Music Education Advocacy Information -
Reports about the importance of music education are available.

Concert Tour/Exchange Program Network -
A registration system that links directors who would like to establish a concert exchange program.

ADVERTISERS AND EXHIBITORS
Music Publishers Uniform Companies Instrument Manufacturers Colleges and Universities Fund Raising Companies Festivals, Travel, and Competitions Recording Companies Photography Stage Equipment Manufacturers Music Journals Computer Programs and Videotapes Military Service Opportunities Performing Organizations Music Camps Music Associations

COLLEGE NIGHT
College Night is an opportunity for students and teachers looking for undergraduate and graduate music programs to visit with representatives of more than seventy colleges, universities, and branches of the military.

CONCERT PERFOMANCES
Performances are given by thirty organizations from around the world. Grade school, middle school, high school, college, military, adult, and professional groups all present concerts.

CLINICS
More than forty clinicians offer guidance and inspiration covering all facets of instrumental music.

ASSOCIATION MEETINGS
Many of the major associations of instrumental music teachers hold meeting in conjunction with the Midwest Clinic.

American Bandmasters Association American Music Conference American School Band Directors Association American String Teachers Association Association of Concert Bands Atlantic Coast Conference Band Directors Association Big East Band Directors Association Big Eight Band Directors Association Big Ten Band Directors Association Big Twelve Band Directors Association Canadian Band Association Christian Instrumental Directors Association College Band Directors National Association Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma Mid-American Conference Band Directors Association National Association pf School Music Dealers National Band Association National Catholic Bandmasters Association National School Orchestra Association North American Band Directors Coordinating Council Phi Beta Mu Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity John Philip Sousa Foundation Women Band Directors National Association World Association of Marching Bands World Association for Symphonic Band and Ensembles

WHAT TEACHERS SAY ABOUT MIDWEST
“I believe the Midwest Clinic is one of the most valuable resources that exists for instrumental music education. I never fail to leave the clinic much inspired and with a sense of rejuvenation.”

“I wanted to take a moment before my school year begins again to thank you for another exceptional Midwest Clinic. The exhibits themselves would take a couple of days to go through. The Clinic were excellent, and as for the performing groups, there were times when they took my breath away! I always go back to school after attending this clinic so inspired.”

“Let me congratulate you on yet another successful Midwest Clinic. Each year I think it can’t possibly get any better, but you keep improving an already terrific experience.”

“Thank you for another spectacular Midwest. What a positive boost it offers to all of us as we complete the year and reload for the upcoming second semester. I’m out of superlatives when describing the convention. It is silly to compare it to anything; for there is nothing like it.”

“I find it is extremely valuable and learn a little more each time I come. It has a good feeling. It never gets too elitist. This is a great event for school music.”

“It’s always inspiring to come to the Midwest Clinic. Gives you the impetus to keep working hard to do your best.”