MSBOA Resources
We encourage you to visit the MSBOA website for information pertaining to your membership, such as festival registrations, official announcements, the basic music list and other official documents. This page serves to provide additional resources that help you develop a better understanding of director responsibilities.
Helpful Resources for Safe Return to the Classroom
List of possible resources compiled to help with a safe return to the classroom.
Month-by-Month Checklist for Directors
Link to a .pdf month-by-month checklist for directors.
Solo and Ensemble Suggested Rep List for Small Flexible Ensembles
The Committee compiled a list of suggested pieces for solo and ensemble (focusing mostly on the middle school level).
FSMA Solo and Ensemble List
The Florida School Music Association has a database of pieces you may search by ensemble type or instrumentation.
OMEA Solo and Ensemble List
The Ohio Music Education Association has a database of pieces searchable by instrument or ensemble.
- To access the database, click on Adjudicated Events, and on Music List. Use the magnifying glass to search.
Texas UIL Solo and Ensemble List
Use the drop-down menus to select your instrumentation, grade and accompaniment type. Texas UIL allows you to download the results as a pdf.
Suggested Chamber Music List
This is a suggested list of chamber music to perform at MSBOA Solo & Ensemble Festival. Please reference the MSBOA handbook for official rules.
Transition Checklist
A document for retiring directors to facilitate transition for the next director.
Special Education Modifications in Band & Orchestra Classrooms