KHS America Academic Alliance
Membership
Programs
Membership Programs
Scholastic Members of the KHS America Academic Alliance receive access to benefits intended to enhance the student experience, promote program growth, and bring attention to the great work of music educators.
Membership levels include Silver, Gold, and Platinum.
Silver Level Membership
Silver Level Membership
Acceptance into the Silver Level of the KHS America Academic Alliance is easy!
Simply submit our Membership Application form.
Once a Silver Level Member, you will have access to the following benefits:
Upon becoming an Academic Alliance Silver Level member, you will have the opportunity to subscribe to a monthly newsletter that includes articles and additional resources exclusive to Academic Alliance members. These resources have included a Repertoire Corner discussing quality but forgotten pieces that you may already have in your library, articles and videos from our Jupiter, Mapex, and Majestic artists, and more.
Access to Instrument Experts for Professional Development Days
In order to assist you in making more informed purchase decisions for your band programs, we are happy to provide an expert on our instruments to appear as a guest presenter at your Professional Development Day, or similar event. We will assist in making the arrangements, and will cover all associated costs.
Click here to submit a request for a Presentation for Educators at Professional Development Day.
Appreciation Award Items
Upon acceptance as a Silver Level Member of the KHS America Academic Alliance, you will receive a display item recognizing the accomplishment of your program and letting others know that you have joined the Alliance. Similarly, as you progress to the Gold and Platinum Levels, display items will be provided in recognition of the status of your program, and functional gifts that may be useful to your band program will also be included as recognition of the accomplishment.
In addition, when you are accepted as a Silver Level Member we want your participation to be visible to others online. This provides exposure for your program, while allowing us to let other music educators know that you have tried our instruments. To recognize your school, you’ll be included on the Academic Alliance Member Schools List.
Click here to view our current Member School List.
Participation in KHS America Advisory Group
KHS America values the feedback we receive from all band directors, and, as a valued member of the KHS America Academic Alliance, we will send out surveys from time to time to collect your point of view concerning our instruments and educator programs. Taking the time to give us your opinions and observations helps us continually strive for improvements that will help educators at all levels.
Inclusion in KHS America Academic Alliance Facebook Community
We are very interested in continuing close communication with music educators. To help facilitate this, we are establishing a closed social media group that can be accessed only by our artists, members of our team, and music educators from the Academic Alliance program. Upon acceptance of your program as a KHS America Academic Alliance Member, you will receive an invitation to join this community. Discussion may include, but need not be limited to:
- Educational Topics/Curriculum
- Current Instrument Feedback
- Future Instrument Design Discussion
- Discussion of and Feedback on Educational Outreach and Marketing Programs
Product experts, top level performing artists, and renowned educational artists will all participate in the discussion on this platform, giving you exclusive access to advice, and participation in our projects.
View Silver Level Membership Criteria
Brand Advocacy and Support
Acceptance into the Silver Level of the KHS America Academic Alliance is easy!
Simply submit our Membership Application form.
Gold Level Membership
Gold Level Membership
Gold Level Membership in the KHS America Academic Alliance is reserved for band programs with a history of Jupiter, Mapex, Majestic, Sonor, Hercules, and XO instrument purchases. The benefits provided are in recognition of the favor that your program has already shown for our brands.
Once accepted as a Gold Level KHS America Academic Alliance Member, you will have ongoing access to ALL SILVER LEVEL BENEFITS, plus the following ADDITIONAL benefits:
Invitation of Educator(s) into B.A.N.D. Artist Program
Our Brand Advocate Network Development, or “B.A.N.D.” Artist Program, recognizes and offers personal benefit to influential performing artists and music educators across the country. There are already over 300 participants in this program, and we want you to be a part of it too! Upon acceptance of your band program as a KHS America Academic Alliance Gold Level Member, all music educators associated with your band program will be automatically welcomed into our B.A.N.D. program, if you choose to participate.
Click here for more information on the B.A.N.D. program.
Bonus Items as Reward for Purchase of Specific Instruments
In recognition of your efforts in music education, Gold and Platinum Academic Alliance members will be eligible for bonus reward items on certain purchases. After the instrument purchase is made, you can submit a redemption form here on this website to receive your bonus item directly from us.
The list of available bonus items will be updated annually to coincide with the school calendar. Bid process must be initiated (or order placed) within the year that the bonus item is shown on the active list in order to qualify. No retroactive redemptions from previous school year purchases will be allowed.
Current list is as follows:
- Every purchase of any Jupiter Bass Clarinet will qualify to receive a free Hercules DS561B Bass Clarinet Stand, one free stand reward per each new bass clarinet purchased.
- Every purchase of any Jupiter or XO French Horn will qualify to receive a free Hercules DS550BB French Horn Stand, one free stand reward per each new French Horn purchased.
- Every purchase of any Jupiter 1100 Series or XO Tuba will qualify to receive a free Hercules DS553B Tuba Performer Stand, one free stand reward per each new tuba purchased.
- Every purchase of any Majestic Concert Snare Drum or Concert Bass Drum will qualify to receive a free Hercules HA103 accessory tray, one free accessory tray reward per concert snare drum or concert bass drum purchased.
- Every purchase of any Majestic Concert Chimes will qualify to receive a free Hercules HA103 Accessory Tray, one free accessory tray reward per each new concert chimes purchased.
- Every purchase of any Mapex Marching Snare Drum will qualify to receive a free MMSSPN14 Mapex Stealth Sound Projector, one free sound projector reward per marching snare drum purchased.
- Every purchase of any Mapex Marching Tenors (quads, quints or sextet) will qualify to receive a free MSB2BF or MSB2GF Double Stick Bag, one double stick bag reward per each new marching tenors purchased.
Appreciation Award Items
Upon acceptance as a Gold Level Member of the KHS America Academic Alliance, you will receive a display item recognizing the accomplishment of your program and letting others know that you have joined the Alliance.
Additionally, you will receive a FREE Academic Alliance SWAG bag that includes a Jupiter backpack and more.
Annual Evaluation Opportunity
- Allows Band to Receive Feedback from KHS Brand Affiliated Educator or Artist Once a Year
- Can be Used for Jazz Band, Marching Band, Concert Band, Percussion Ensemble, WGI Ensemble, etc…
- Evaluation to Occur Digitally (Recording, Video, Online…)
- A List of Available Specialists will be Provided
- Arrangements to be Made Through KHSA Artist and Educator Relation Manager
View Gold Level Membership Criteria
Written Testimonial
In order for us to better share your enthusiasm for our instruments, we ask that you provide a short statement in your own words telling us why you prefer our instruments or enjoy working with our company. This can be specific to a particular instrument model, cover an entire brand, or speak to the broader range of products that we offer.
This statement should be submitted as a part your application for Gold Level Membership in the KHS America Academic Alliance.
Click here for the application form.
Band Program to Display Brand Logo(s)
While we understand that this isn’t always allowed, and may sometimes not be appropriate, we do ask that you tastefully display our brand logos to demonstrate your affiliation with the KHS America Academic Alliance.
Examples of where logos might be displayed include:
- Band Trailers/Vehicles
- Concert Programs
- Band T-Shirts
- Other Event Materials
KHS Brand Representation within Your Band Program
Since Gold Level Members of the KHS America Academic Alliance are to have some substantial previous purchase history of our instruments, we would like verification of the Jupiter, Mapex, Majestic, XO, and Azumi instruments that you already own. We have provided an easy form for you to document this.
Click here to access the Academic Alliance Instrument Value Form.
For Gold Level Qualification, we would like for your existing KHS instruments to carry a value in excess of $60,000.00, as calculated by the form. The assigned values are generous, so don’t be intimidated by this figure.
Future Purchase Commitment
For Gold Level Academic Alliance members, we ask that our instruments be included on any formal bid lists that are established at your school or within your district (if applicable), and that you strive to purchase at least 50% Jupiter, Mapex, Majestic, XO, or Azumi instruments moving forward. Purchases for an instrument that we don’t currently offer are excluded from this requirement.
Platinum Level Membership
Platinum Level Membership
Platinum Level Membership in the KHS America Academic Alliance is reserved for band programs with an extensive history of Jupiter, Mapex, Majestic, Sonor, Hercules, and XO instrument purchases, and those who display preference for and loyalty to our brands. These exclusive benefits are in recognition of your work as an advocate for our brands.
Once accepted as a Platinum Level KHS America Academic Alliance Member, you will have ongoing access to ALL SILVER and GOLD LEVEL BENEFITS, plus the following ADDITIONAL benefits:
Complimentary Artist Appearance
Upon request, we will facilitate the appearance of one of our artists at your school. This is a one time, no cost opportunity. Our Artist and Educator Relations Manager will communicate directly with you to determine the artist to be utilized based on your desired area of focus for your event, your schedule, and artist availability. This appearance can be utilized for a student and/or educator masterclass, clinic, guest performance, or professional development day.
Press Release
Upon the acceptance of your school into the Platinum Level of the KHS America Academic Alliance, we will draft a Press Release recognizing your achievement to be distributed through all available KHS America channels and shared with all appropriate press outlets.
National Exposure
In addition to the recognition provided by being on our Academic Alliance Member Schools list on this website, Platinum Level Members will also have their own featured Artist page.
features on brand websites, social media, or advertising
We regularly utilize imagery and testimonials from performing ensembles on our brand websites, on social media, and in both print and digital advertising. On such occasions as school band representation is required, we will focus on featuring our Platinum Level Academic Alliance members. Such features will recognize your status, and help bring prominence to your school, as they are often seen by thousands of people. Such features are occasional, and will be at the discretion of KHS America.
Appreciation Award Items
Upon acceptance as a Platinum Level Member of the KHS America Academic Alliance, you will receive a display item recognizing the accomplishment of your program and letting others know that you have joined the Alliance.
Additionally, you will receive a FREE Jupiter Branded BT-1 BandTool™ and a FREE Hercules BS243B-HA103 Conductor Stand with Accessory Tray at no charge.
View Platinum Level Membership Criteria
KHS Brand Representation within Your Band Program
Since Platinum Level Members of the KHS America Academic Alliance already own a considerable amount of our instruments, we would like verification of the Jupiter, Mapex, Majestic, XO, and Azumi instruments in your classroom. We have provided an easy form for you to document this.
Click here to access the Academic Alliance Instrument Value Form.
For Platinum Level Qualification, we would like for your existing instruments to carry a value in excess of $120,000.00, as calculated by the form. The assigned values are generous, so don’t be intimidated by this figure.
We also ask that the Jupiter, Mapex, Majestic, XO, and/or Azumi instruments that you own represent at least 50% of your existing instrument inventory. This can be verified in person by a representative from KHS America or an authorized Academic Alliance Dealer.
Future Purchase Commitment
For Platinum Level Academic Alliance members, we ask that our instruments be included on any formal bid lists that are established at your school or within your district (if applicable), and that you strive to purchase at least 80% Jupiter, Mapex, Majestic, XO, or Azumi instruments moving forward. Purchases for an instrument that we don’t currently offer are excluded from this requirement.
Instrument Exposure
As important advocates for our brands, we expect Platinum Level Academic Alliance members to provide opportunities for allowing other band programs, educators and students opportunities to try our instruments, or see them used in high-profile performance settings. The frequency of this need not be regularly occurring, and a variety of activities would qualify. Such activities may include, but are not limited to:
- Event/Ensemble Hosting
- All-Region or Similar
- Contests/Festivals
- Community Band
- High-Visibility Performance
- State Convention
- National Convention
- State Marching Band Contest
- BOA Regionals/Grand Nationals
Photography and Logos Provided to KHS America
For us to be able to give you the recognition that you deserve, you will need to provide us with files of any logos associated with your school or your band for our usage, and ensure that we have proper permission to use these logos. Additionally, some photography of your band will be required for us to promote the great work that you do, the Academic Alliance itself, and our brands. We will also utilize this in our continuing efforts to advocate for music education. Since photos of your band will often depict minors, we may require your assistance in obtaining permission to utilize the images freely.
Participation in KHS Brand Social Media Channels
As an extension of your advocacy of our brands, we ask that you (the music educator) participate in our social media channels (on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram). We ask that you stay connected with the activity on these channels, occasionally contribute content, and participate in conversations where your experience offers insight on our instruments. We also encourage you to invite your students to participate as well.
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