Dr. Scott Tobias, Director of Bands at the University of Central Florida, was presented the Citation of Excellence by the National Band Association during the Florida Music Educators Association Conference in January. The Citation of Excellence is awarded “for an outstanding contribution to bands and band music” and for “inspired and motivated excellence in musical performance.”
The National Band Association is the largest band directors’ professional organization in the world. It was organized for the purpose of promoting the musical and educational significance of bands. This is the third time Dr. Tobias has been recognized by the National Band Association with the Citation of Excellence.