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September 2009
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Dear Michelle,
Soundwaves is the official newsletter
of Wisconsin Music
Educators Association. Receiving this
newsletter is just one of
the many benefits of WMEA membership.
Electronic updates
are sent regularly throughout the school
year. Please be sure
WMEA has your current email address so you
don't miss out on
important information! You can update your
WMEA member information anytime by clicking
here or going to the home page of www.wmea.com.
In This Issue:
- From the President
- Conference Highlights
- General Conference Information
- WSMA State Honors Concerts
- Legislative Breakfast
- Conference Registration
- Upcoming Workshops for Music Teachers
- Capitol Concerts
- Next Direction for Band
- Listening Project
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From the President |
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by Jon B. Gilliland
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What an exciting time to be involved in music
education! Recent research and a number of
high-profile state and national reports ALL
reinforce the fact that creativity - and an
education in creative pursuits - is the stuff
of success.
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Conference Highlights |
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The 2009 Wisconsin State Music Conference
includes 75+
sessions with graduate
credit
available; 20+
performing groups; nationally
known conductors and presenters; and 100+
business and educational exhibitors. Take
in a variety of special conference features,
such as music by Wisconsin Youth Symphony
Orchestra
and Boston Brass, keynote address
by Lt. Governor Barbara Lawton, presentation
of the distinguished service awards and software
demonstrations in a hands-on technology lab.
Be sure to visit the Attendee
Resource Center for all your conference
details.
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General Conference Information |
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WSMA Honors Concert Schedule |
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Enhance your conference experience by the
attending the WSMA State Honors Music Project
concerts and witnessing the accomplishments
of some of
Wisconsin's finest young musicians.
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Legislative Breakfast |
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Want to make an impact on the future of music
education in Wisconsin? Mark your calendar
for Thursday, October 29 at 8:30 a.m. to
attend the WMEA Legislative Breakfast at
Monona Terrace Convention Center in Madison
during the Wisconsin State Music Conference.
Invite your state representative and state
senator to have breakfast with you. It's an
easy way to advocate for music education.
We'll provide you with a variety of tools to
make your part easy, including the
invitation, talking points for the breakfast
and more! Plus, there will be great guest
speakers and performances by Wisconsin high
school musicians.
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Conference Registration |
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Register Now and Save!
Register
now for
the Wisconsin
State Music Conference and qualify for
pre-paid registration discounts. Registering
is fast and
easy by going online, so don't wait until
it's too late!
(Pre-paid registration closes October
16.)
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Upcoming Workshops for Music Teachers |
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Wisconsin Center for Music
Education workshops are the perfect
complement to the Wisconsin State Music
Conference. As a convenience to members
statewide, all workshops this school year
will be conducted through distance learning,
including webinars and online courses.
Visit the center web pages for a schedule of
webinars and online courses, corresponding
details and registration.
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Capitol Concerts - Now Accepting Applications |
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Deadline is December 1, 2009
Each year, WMEA sponsors school music group
concerts in the State Capitol Rotunda during
March and April. The concerts kick off as a
celebration of MENC's Music In Our Schools
Month and offer groups an opportunity to
perform in this beautiful Wisconsin landmark.
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Next Direction for Band |
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February 19-21, 2010 - Green Lake Conference Center
Next Direction for Band will again
bring together outstanding high school
students from across Wisconsin who share an
interest in learning more about what is
involved in entering a music career,
specifically in band. This year, nationally
renowned conductor and composer Frederick
Speck (University of Louisville) will be
the guest clinician. Watch for more
information to come soon on the WMEA web site
and encourage students to attend!
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Listening Project |
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The WMEA Listening Project was developed to
provide opportunities for students in grades
5-6 to learn about different musical styles,
forms and timbres through listening. Teachers
who join the Listening Project receive a
repertoire list and accompanying CD, lesson
plans and ideas, and a wealth of
listening and teaching resources. Teachers
also have the opportunity to enroll their
students in a Listening Project festival.
Learn more about the project and watch for
additional details and web features to be
posted soon on the Listening Project web page.
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