Exploring and celebrating the international schools and playing traditions of our instrument.

Join us June 24th-28th 2025 in the stunning Shenandoah Valley at

Blue Ridge Mountains

Online Symposium Registration is Closed

Walk up Full and Single-Day Registration will be available on site during the Symposium
Please note that on-campus housing and meal plans will not be available

Youth Day

Children aged 12-17 and their chaperones are encouraged to join us on June 27th for Youth Day!

$75 per child
$25 per chaperone

*registration deadline June 16th

The Location

Harrisonburg, Virginia

Harrisonburg is located right off of Interstate 81 in the Shenandoah Valley of northwestern Virginia. James Madison University is 20 minutes north of the Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport and less than 2 hours from Dulles International, Reagan National, Richmond International, and Roanoke Regional airports.

Amateur Hour Horn Ensemble

Participate as a part of the closing concert, June 28th at 1:00pm! Please prepare up to two parts for each piece to allow flexibility of ensemble balance. Concert attire will be colorful.