Division of Education

Together We Partner to Provide Music for Every Child

About the Division of Education

The Conn Selmer Division of Education (DOE) partners with band and orchestra programs around the world to advocate and provide music education services and resources. The DOE is dedicated to serving parents, educators, and administrators to ensure every student has access to a quality music education, and the tools necessary to help them achieve their true musical potential.

Educational Resources

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Educational Clinicians

The Conn Selmer Division of Education has an expert team of master educators and world-class artists ready to support you and your community. Our lineup of experienced professionals are available to help with:

Guest Conducting and Program Evaluation

Topics Include: Band & Orchestra Pedagogy, Color Guard, Marching Arts, Master Class, Rehearsal Techniques, and Repertoire Selection.

Professional Development

Topics Include: Fundraising, Grant Writing, Marketing, Instrument Inventory Management, Financial Planning, Program Evaluation, Consultation, and Board Development.

Community Support

Topics Include: Advocacy, Building a Booster Program, Keynote Address, Parent Education, Recruitment & Retention, and Student Leadership.

Administrative Support

Topics Include: Evaluation & Assessment, Professional Development Strategies, and Business Management.

Job Readiness for Students & Young Educators

Topics Include: Interviewing & Resume Building, Balancing Your Personal & Professional Life, and Strategies for the First Five Years of Teaching.

Conn Selmer Institute (CSI)

Regional professional development events led by our world-class faculty, featuring specialized curriculum tracks focusing on:

college students
new music educators
middle school directors
high school directors
marching arts
music administrators
music boosters

Whether you're a seasoned educator, an administrator, or a college student, these regional events offer something valuable for everyone.

Music Educator Masterclass

Quarterly online, on-demand professional development. Session topics from clinicians and educators include conducting, rehearsal techniques, recruitment strategies, and much more!

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Cut Time

Tools, templates, and insights to help your music program thrive, all in one place! Features include instrument and uniform inventory management, fundraising and online payment processing tools, text and email messaging, digital rental waivers, and more!

Learn more about Cut Time

MusicProfessor

Your trusted on-demand teaching assistant. Access over 3,000 educational videos, including teacher toolkits, to help students catch up, support at-home practice, or reinforce in-class instruction.