Full Program - Missouri Music Educators Association

The Power of MUSIC!
Welcome to the 73rd annual Missouri Music Educators Association
In-Service Workshop/Conference!
Once again, this year’s conference will offer a wide variety of clinic
and concert opportunities for music educators of all genres and
all grade levels. MMEA Vice Presidents and Advisory Council
members have been working diligently to ensure that these
offerings will include a diversity of new ideas, proven techniques,
best practices, and quality performances for your conference
experience.
This year’s theme is “MUSIC Makes the Difference!” The impetus
behind this theme is to remind us of the value that MUSIC education
has in our lives and in the lives of our students. As we find ourselves
in the midst of some of the most challenging times of our careers,
we must be diligent in campaigning for continued support of our
programs. In addition to using the wealth of available information
and statistics to reinforce the concept of “Music: It’s Core!” we
must not forget to advocate for the undeniable fact that MUSIC
Makes the Difference in the human spirit as well. It is important that
we remind our school boards, administrations, and communities
that the study of Music, for the sake of Music, warrants a high priority
in the educational development of every child.
On behalf of the MMEA Board of Directors and Advisory
Council, I hope that this year’s conference will not only provide
valuable opportunities for professional growth, but will also provide
you with many opportunities to celebrate the magic of MUSIC!
Enjoy the conference!
Rob Nichols, MMEA President
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