Midwest Clinic Welcomes The King Cobras This December

Next month, over 18,000 attendees from all 50 states and 40+ countries will assemble in Chicago for the 77th Annual Midwest Clinic International Band, Orchestra and Music Conference. Music enthusiasts flock to this event each year to network, hear top ensembles, and to attend carefully vetted clinics and seminars for industry-leading information. CAPE and the King Cobras are honored to have been selected to present a clinic titled Special Needs — Incredible Deeds: How To Institute an Inclusive Musical Experience for Students of All Abilities.

“Being chosen to present at Midwest after our very first application and in the second year of the King Cobras program is a shock and an honor” notes King Cobras Director Dale Hallerberg. The King Cobras team submitted an application to share their presentation early this year, and received word that they were selected in early April. Presenters at the clinic will include DCI Hall of Famer and Cavaliers Education Specialist Bret Kuhn, King Cobras Director Dale Hallerberg, and experienced music educator Matthew Janus. The clinic will also include a performance by 18 of the King Cobras drummers.

“Students of all abilities love to perform!” says Hallerberg. “With a customized approach, anyone can provide a fun, active musical experience for students with different abilities.” Special Needs — Incredible Deeds will outline how others can implement similar programs in their own regions.

Attending the Midwest Clinic? Be sure to catch our clinic on Wednesday, December 20th at 3:45pm in room W178. Still need to sign up to attend the Midwest Clinic? Register Here!

The work and support of many dedicated and selfless volunteers power our King Cobras Drumline and Color Guard programs. If you’d like to learn more about King Cobras or are interested in contributing to the growth of these programs, use the links below!