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| by Jim Scheuer |
"Perfection is our goal.
Excellence will be tolerated."
The title of this article has been on the
bulletin board in my band room for years.
It's a slightly humorous take on a philosophy
that motivates me and seems to strike a chord
with most students. I have learned from many
outstanding teachers and mentors, all of who
left their mark on my life and my teaching,
but somehow I always come back to the words
of Vince Lombardi.
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| by Monte Dunnum |
In this special interview, Col. Lowell Graham, United States Air Force retired, shares his insightful perspectives about world music in education. |
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Reminder - Deadline is May
12!
Recognizing people who make a difference is
one of the most rewarding activities for any
organization. WMEA sponsors several awards to
recognize people who have sustained a
commitment to music education and made a
positive impact in the school, community or
state. As a member, you are invited to
nominate such a person for one of these awards:
Nominations for each of these awards will be screened after the May 12 deadline. Awards will be presented by the WMEA president during the Wisconsin State Music Conference keynote session in Madison this October. |
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Wisconsin Center for Music Education Join friends and colleagues for a spectacular summer of networking and professional development through the Wisconsin Center for Music Education. Register now to secure your place in a variety of professional development workshops. Graduate credit is available for all options. Comprehensive Musicianship Through Performance The 2010 Comprehensive Musicanship Through Performance (CMP) Workshop will be held June 21-25 at Edgewood College, Madison. Visit the CMP web pages for more information and download registration forms now. Registration is still open based on available seats. Hurry, while there is still room! |
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The WMEA Listening Project State Festival will be held Saturday, May 15, 9:30 a.m. at Waunakee High School. |
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The annual Wisconsin State Music Conference is set to begin October 27 at Monona Terrace Convention Center, Madison. The 2010 conference theme is "Celebrating Our Past, Imagining Our Future." The conference features:
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Registration is now open for MENC's Music Education Week coming up June 24-29 in Washington, D.C. It is built around a new format, different from that of past national biennial conferences. This format is designed to provide members with opportunities for music education advocacy, intensive professional development and performances in a destination location on an annual basis and during the summer instead of the school year. |
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