This summer, join some of the most respected educators, designers, and coordinators in the activity for an immersive professional development experience designed by educators, for educators.
The 2025 Marching Arts Education Summit, hosted at West Chester University from July 21–24, is more than a workshop. It’s a collaborative space for directors, designers, and instructors to explore what’s next – and how to get there!
If you’re looking to enhance your instructional toolbox, refine your design process, grow your leadership systems, or simply connect with others who share your passion for teaching in the marching arts… this is for you.
Summit Themes Include:
- Leadership & Culture
How do we build programs that grow people? Hear from proven leaders who’ve cultivated systems of student ownership, staff alignment, and meaningful culture. - Pedagogy & Instruction
From brass and battery to movement and ensemble coordination, these sessions dig deep into teaching strategies that elevate performance and experience. - Design & Coordination
Sound design, music arranging, drill design, storytelling, staging, and more…learn how master designers approach the creative process from concept to closer. - Advocacy & Wellness
Learn how to tell your story, advocate for your students, and build administrative support that keeps your program thriving.
2025 Featured Clinicians Include:
- Darrin Davis (Director of Bands and Executive Director of Fine Arts – Broken Arrow HS)
- Dr. Frank Tracz (Conn-Selmer, Director of Bands, Kansas State University)
- Thom Hannum (DCI and WGI Hall of Fame)
- Bobby Lambert (Lambert Leadership, Dynamic Marching, Music for All, Director of Bands – Wando High School)
- Dr. Trish Cornett (Director of Bands – Temple University)
- Mike Bishop (Sound Designer – Carolina Crown, Mike Bishop Design)
- Dr. Gregory Drane (Penn State University Blue Band)
- Dr. Libby Ando (Brass Caption Manager – Crossmen Drum and Bugle Corps, Rowan University)
- Chris DeVona (James Madison University, Author “Small Band. Big Sound” GIA)
- Todd Marcocci (Under the Sun Productions, WCU)
- Field & Floor FX
- Ian Flint (WCU Drill Designer, Dartmouth Schools)
- Dr. Adam Gumble (Director – WCU INCOMPARABLE Golden Rams Marching Band, Director of Education – Vivace Productions)
- Dr. Andrew Yozviak (Director of Bands – WCU, Wind Arranger, National Band Association)
- Dr. Hannah Morrison (Associate Director of Bands, WCU, Interlochen Arts Camp)
- Dr. Lauren Ryals (Delaware Valley University, WCU)
- Dr. Christopher Adams (President and CEO – 1st Light Leadership Consulting, Retired Superintendent)
- and more!!!!
Summit Details:
📍 Location: West Chester University – West Chester, PA
📅 Dates: July 21–24, 2025
👥 Designed for:
- Band Directors
- Design Staff
- Instructional Staff
- Graduate Students
- Future Marching Arts Educators
Why Attend?
- Participate in sessions tailored to your role and interests
- Hear directly from some of the most experienced and visionary leaders in the activity
- Join a like-minded community of educators who value both excellence and education
- Leave with ideas you can use – not just concepts to admire
This Summit runs concurrently with the INCOMPARABLE Workshop, creating exciting opportunities for shared learning, cross-track experiences, and real-world application!
Invest in yourself. Invest in your program. Shape the future of the marching arts.
Learn more and register now at vivaceproductions.com
