National Ballroom & Entertainment Association

02/23/2026

The NBEA regrets to inform you of the passing of Al Pierson -- Leader of The Guy Lombardo Orchestra

View Albert Theodore "Al Pierson" Pizzamiglio's obituary, send flowers and sign the guestbook.

02/17/2026

Plan your Summer Vacation now in Dubuque, Iowa
NBEA Big Band Week - August 16 -19 2026
3 days of Big Band Dancing with 4 Band Leaders
One Night of Country Dancing
Early Bird Tickets are now available at http://www.nbea.com/

01/16/2026

The National Ballroom and Entertainment Association
regrets to inform you.....

John Matter
N.B.E.A. Executive Secretary Emeritus

Passed away January 13, 2026.

The Visitation is Saturday January 17th 2026
From Noon - 2 pm... followed by a Funeral Service at 2 pm
Both at . . . .
St. John’s Lutheran Church
1638 Big Canoe Road, Decorah, IA 52101

His obituary can be found at https://www.helmsfuneralhomes.com/

Please sign the Guest Book at the link provided.

01/16/2026

Save the DATES ! ! ! !
N.B.E.A. "ANNUAL" BIG BAND WEEK -
August 16-19, 2026
Fairgrounds Ballroom - Dubuque, Iowa
3 Big Band Orchestras / Social and Ballroom Dancing
Dance on a 12,000 Square Foot 'WOOD' Dance Floor
Complete Details will be posted soon at ... http://www.nbea.com/
ALL AGES WELCOME

National Ballroom and Entertainment Association