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September 2005
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Dear Michelle,
Soundwaves is the official newsletter of the 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!
In This Issue
- From the President
- Conference Highlights
- General Conference Information
- WSMA Honors Concert Schedule
- Online Conference Registration and Brochure
- Preside at Conference
- National Anthem Project
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From the President |
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by Christine Hayes
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Special Conference Feature
Another school year is here and itās time to put together your
professional development plan (PDP) and yearly goals! The
Wisconsin State Music Conference, October 26-29,
has many sessions to help
and a new format that will provide assistance in finding what
sessions will feed into your professional development area.
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Conference Highlights |
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The 2005 Wisconsin State Music Conference includes over 75
music education workshops, more than 20 performing groups,
nationally known conductors and presenters, 100+ business
and educational exhibitors and tours of the new Wisconsin
Center for Music Education.
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General Conference Information |
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The Wisconsin State Music Conference is filled
with opportunities to provide you with the best possible
experience. Take a look at a summary of important information
to help plan your attendance.
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WSMA Honors Concert Schedule |
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Celebrate the accomplishments of some of Wisconsinās finest
young musicians by attending the WSMA Honors Concerts in
October.
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Online Conference Registration and Brochure |
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Preside at Conference! |
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WMEA is now scheduling volunteers to preside at Conference
sessions. The volunteer presider has the honor of introducing
the session presenter and/or performing group and making
sure that the presenter's and/or conductor's needs are met
during the session.
Everyone is welcome to volunteer. If you are interested in
serving as a volunteer presider, please contact WMEA and include the following
information:
- Available dates and times (example, Thursday morning or
Friday afternoon).
- Areas of interest (example, early childhood music, band,
orchestra, choir or general music).
- If you are interested in presiding at workshops,
performances or both.
You may also print, complete and submit the Presider Availability Form (.pdf) to our office. Please send all email responses or availability
forms by Thursday, September 8, 2005.
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National Anthem Project: Sept. 14 Sing-Along |
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Add your voice on September 14 (9 a.m. local time) when
schools and communities across the nation will sing "The Star-
Spangled Banner" to celebrate the anniversary of our national
anthem. Governor Doyle has signed a proclamation (.pdf) officially declaring September 14, 2005 National Anthem
Project Day to celebrate the history of the anthem and urge all
music educators and residents of Wisconsin to participate in
this project. Invite your local teachers, parents, schools and
community leaders to join in singing this song together. Plan an
event to showcase the important role music teachers play in
passing our American heritage from one generation to the next.
Materials are available to help you participate and get media coverage for your
event.
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