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Women Band Directors International

Gladys Stone Wright:
Promoting Women on the Band Podium

The American Bandmasters Association Research Center at the University of Maryland has created a wonderful display and YouTube Video celebrating the legacy of Gladys Stone Wright. Below is a link sharing the online video. In the video, Gladys is recognized for being one of the founders of the Woman Band Directors International.

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Gladys Stone Wright, Founder

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Women Band Directors International (WBDI) represents women band directors of all pedagogical levels and years of experience from college students to retired directors.

It is the only international organization for women band directors featured toward promoting women, providing support and community, and mentoring women in the band field.

Upcoming Events

2025 - The Midwest Clinic

  • December 17-19

  • Please visit and sign up to work our new, larger booth - #1839!

2025 - The WBDI Midwest Luncheon

  • December 18

  • Guest Speaker & WBDI Member - Jason Fettig

  • Hyatt Regency McCormick Place -Regency Ballroom (New, larger space!)

2026 Summer Conference

  • July 8-11

  • Omaha, Nebraska

  • Omaha Central High School

  • Site Host - Chiyo Trauernicht

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