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Prairie Music Residency 2026

  • 29 Jul 2026
  • 2 Aug 2026
  • University of Saskatchewan - Saskatoon

Registration

  • Log in to access SBA Member discounted pricing.
    All course fees include a $100 non-refundable deposit.
  • All course fees include a $100 non-refundable deposit
  • All course fees include a $100 non-refundable deposit
  • All course fees include $100 non-refundable deposit
  • All course fees include a $100 non-refundable deposit

Register

Early-bird Registration Deadline - April 15

Inviting all experienced brass players and percussionists to join us for Prairie Music Residency 2026.

This year we are beyond excited to welcome world renowned and legendary conductor and tuba player Dr. James Gourlay (University of Duquesne/River City Brass) as our guest Brass Band Conductor, with Guest Soloist Connor Lennon (Soprano Cornet with the Black Dyke Band - England) alongside Percussion course director Emily Salgado (University of Nebraska-Lincoln)

Additional information on ALL faculty can be found:  HERE  

PMR offers two distinct courses streams:

1.    The Brass Band Residency is open to any experienced brass player who wishes to take part and improve their existing skills and knowledge.

2.    The Prairie Percussion Residency  runs simultaneously with the Brass Band Residency.  Percussionists will take part in the Brass Band rehearsals in the morning and then take part in clinics, masterclasses and small ensembles in the afternoon under the tutelage of our guest percussion director and faculty.

PMR will take place at the University of Saskatchewan (in Saskatoon) from July 29th – August 2nd, 2026 and will combine a mixture of rehearsals, sectionals, masterclasses, performances and social events.

Key Events

July 29th: Percussion course begins

July 30thCommunity Development Day, Brass course begins & Welcome Reception

July 31st: Faculty Recital

August 1st: Gala Concert and Social

August 2nd: Reading Session, Outdoor Concert and BBQ

Registration Information:

The Saskatchewan Band Association is again proudly providing support to PMR and handling the registration process.  However, registrants are again asked to complete their online registration and then provide payment via etransfer or cheque directly to the Saskatoon Brass Band/PMR Organizers.

Send E-transfer payments to treasurersbbinc@gmail.com.  Detailed payment information will be provided in the Registration Confirmation email once your online registration is complete.

$AVE on your registration - join SBA as an Associate Member for only $15 and make the entire membership fee + more back in savings when you register for PMR.  Click HERE to get your SBA membership today.  Log into your SBA membership before registering to maximize your $$$Savings.

Questions about Prairie Music Residency?  Reach out to the Organizers:

- Event Organizer - William Martin: info@pmresidence.ca

- Website: www.pmresidence.ca

- Registration Inquiries:  info@saskband.org

Saskatchewan Band Association           306-993-9729 


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