About Us

Our Mission

to provide inspirational, inclusive, and accessible learning experiences which transform and elevate the leaders of tomorrow.

World Class Instruction

Our instructors combine centuries of leadership and conducting experience into one unified curriculum.

Nationwide Events

With accessibility at our core, we bring high energy educational events to students in all 50 states.

International Community

Students and instructors from around the world continue to support each other far after a DMLA event ends.

Our Vision

to create an international community of peer leaders inspired to lead positive change.

Core Values

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Accessibility

We extend a welcoming hand to every aspiring and experienced leader, breaking down barriers of cost and location. We are dedicated to ensuring that the lifelong benefits of leadership education are within reach for students of all backgrounds. By providing affordable, high-value, and locally-rooted opportunities, we make the path to leadership an open road for all.

Inclusivity

We deliver a transformational experience tailored to a wide range of students. Through these efforts, we are able to cater to the needs of students with various learning styles, backgrounds, positions, perspectives, and experiences. We embrace diversity and appreciate the value it brings to leadership.

Inclusivity

We empower our students through high-energy, immersive, and engaging learning experiences led by passionate and encouraging instructors.

Inclusivity

Through our organizational values of accessibility and inclusivity, we challenge the status quo, ask why, and collaborate on new leadership methodologies to provide a modern and transformative educational experience.

Inclusivity

Our commitment is rooted in a deep sense of responsibility, knowing that our actions shape the path for others. With authenticity and accountability, we lead not just with words, but with a steadfast commitment to doing what's right, always.
Accessible
We extend a welcoming hand to every aspiring and experienced leader, breaking down barriers of cost and location. We are dedicated to ensuring that the lifelong benefits of leadership education are within reach for students of all backgrounds. By providing affordable, high-value, and locally-rooted opportunities, we make the path to leadership an open road for all.
Inclusive
We deliver a transformational experience tailored to a wide range of students. Through these efforts, we are able to cater to the needs of students with various learning styles, backgrounds, positions, perspectives, and experiences. We embrace diversity and appreciate the value it brings to leadership.
Inspirational
We empower our students through high-energy, immersive, and engaging learning experiences led by passionate and encouraging instructors.
Innovative
Through our organizational values of accessibility and inclusivity, we challenge the status quo, ask why, and collaborate on new leadership methodologies to provide a modern and transformative educational experience.
Integrity
Our commitment is rooted in a deep sense of responsibility, knowing that our actions shape the path for others. With authenticity and accountability, we lead not just with words, but with a steadfast commitment to doing what's right, always.
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Our Story

Since it’s founding in 2018, the Drum Major Leadership Academy has quickly risen to become the world’s leading producer in virtual leadership and conducting training within the marching arts. This growth was made possible by a passionate and experienced instructional team, modern teaching philosophies, and the success of our students.

Education that Inspires

Serving and supporting students from around the world has been a dream come true for each of our instructors. We look forward to many years of continued learning and are excited to work with you soon.

 

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Joshua Hecht
Founder

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