The U Factor bookings through November 2026 are now OPEN!
Services
All services will be tailored based on student knowledge level and director goals.
Sessions can include any of my specializations, and anything else you have in mind can be discussed.
If 3 or more sessions are scheduled, a Google Drive folder will be set up that includes handouts, additional materials, and rehearsal footage. You will also receive a free copy of The Drum Major Codex book.
Most of the pre-made Bundleoptions will include this additional feature! Bundles can also be custom-made to fit your needs.
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Options include:
Team Lesson (1 hour) — $100 total
In-person team lessons must be within one hour total of driving
1 Hour Individual Lesson
Virtual — $40
In-person (within one hour total of driving) — $50*
30 Minute Individual Lesson
Virtual — $25
In-person (within one hour total of driving) — $35*
*Please note that the rate increase for in-person lessons may be omitted if several lessons with different students occur at the same location, such as at a school, on the same day.
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Options include:
2-3 hour rehearsal
4-5 hour rehearsal
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Options include:
Half-day (2-4 hrs)
Full-day (5-8 hrs)
Audition preparation and audition evaluations fall under clinics.
Clinics can be either in-person or virtual!
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Options include:
Monday-Friday (includes football games, if applicable)
Monday-Saturday (includes football games AND contests, if applicable)
Includes:
Feedback and assistance provided throughout the week
Q&A and planning sessions with the band director(s) during the school day (if desired)
Google Drive setup with handouts, materials, and video footage
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Most clinics ask you to find room in your budget. We’re asking you to find room in your calendar and in your band hall. By hosting a U Factor local clinic, you provide a professional education hub for your area, and once we hit our student attendance goal, your program's bill drops to zero. You could receive world-class drum major training without touching your booster funds!
Details:
8 hours of instruction and learning
Educational packets provided
Lunch provided for qualifying groups
if 10+ students buy tickets
or, if the program pays the full price and 2+ students buy tickets
Contact dina@the-ufactor.com for more information and specific pricing/discount breakdowns.
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Current Discounts:
5% off if you join in 2026
5% off for Title I schools
5% off for each additional school in your district that joins, up to 15%.
Total discount amount will be applied to all schools in the district!
These discounts are STACKABLE for a potential total discount of 25%!
Testimonials
“Dina Bratanovic has been an exceptional drum major consultant for our program at both Paschal High School and Denton High School. She brings a rare combination of professionalism, expertise, and genuine care for students. Dina communicates clearly, teaches with purpose, and holds students to a high standard while still making the process encouraging and enjoyable. Our students truly love working with her, and the growth we’ve seen in their confidence, leadership, and performance has been outstanding. I’m grateful for her continued support and look forward to having Dina work with our program for many years to come.”
— Lance Walker,
Denton High School Band Director“Ms. Bratanovic’s help with our drum majors was vital in helping their leadership and conducting skills. She’s always looking to help every aspect of our leadership team.”
— Jarrod Beard,
Ryan High School Band Director“Nothing helped me improve more as a drum major than Dina’s sessions. The personal attention and feedback I received was incredibly constructive; I wouldn’t be nearly as confident in myself without Dina’s help.”
— Anonymous,
Denton High School Drum Major“Dina transformed our drum major team. From elevating individual conducting clarity to building team cohesion, she prepared our students for whatever we threw at them. She is professional, encouraging, and our students loved learning from her.”
— Jonathan Strahan,
Band Director