We have been notified that Harry Begian passed away Monday morning, July 26, 2010. Harry was a longtime member and friend of MSBOA. He had a most distinguished career and was an educator,  friend and mentor to many of us.
 
Dr. Begian was the Director of Bands at Cass Technical High School in Detroit, Wayne State University, Michigan State University and the University of Illinois.
 
Out thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
 
Harry's funeral will be on Friday at 11:00 (visitation: Thursday, July 29 from 2-8 and on Friday, July 30 at 10:00 am) at the
Bannan Funeral Home in Alpena, MI.
 
 Bannan Funeral Home
 222 South Second Ave.
 Alpena, MI 49707
 989-354-5078

State Calendar for 2010-2011

Please contact your MSBOA District webpage for District Dates.

To the Membership of MSBOA,

In discussion with the President and 2 Past Presidents, it has been decided to maintain the Membership Fee structure that was established 5 years ago with no increase for any level. MSBOA will continue to monitor these fees for future consideration.

Through an increased effort MSBOA has reduced expenses and improved efficiency so that these fees can be maintained for an unprecedented 5^th year.

School Membership $375

Joint School (2 schools that qualify under the guidelines) $550 ($275 each)