From the Carolina Crown Web site: Are you ready to discover what it takes to lead today's top high school and university programs? If so, then the Carolina Crown Drum Major Symposium is exactly what you have been looking for. Designed to be the leader in the training of the finest young conductors, this symposium will educate participants as they are involved in sessions that focus on conducting, showmanship, leadership training, and effective communication skills. Our main focus with this event is to provide an environment for the study of the art of conducting while presenting opportunities for the young conductor to experience "hands-on" training. This two-day event is sure to bring out the best in your student leaders.