TN Musician Vol. 76 No. 1

“What words would you use to describe the Tennessee Music Education Association?”
ESSENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, INCLUSIVE, RELEVANT, ORGANIZED, PROFESSIONAL...
“Everyone must work together for the good of music
education in Tennessee. Keep in mind the importance of
mentoring new teachers. Those of us who are seasoned
remember the tremendous challenges we faced in our
early teaching careers. Help TMEA meet the needs of
these less experienced teachers to keep them in music
education.” (p. 6)
RON MEERS
31st TMEA President
Held Office: 2006-2008
2006
Tennessee Musician
Vol. 59, No. 1
Fall 2006
“. . .music ‘moves’ individuals and groups:
emotionally, expressively and spiritually.” (p. 6)
RON ROGERS
33rd TMEA President
Held Office: 2010-2012
2013
Tennessee Musician
Vol. 65, No. 4
Summer 2013
2010
Tennessee Musician Vol. 63, No. 2
Winter 2010
a message from the
TMEA President
GARY
WILKES
2008
Tennessee Musician
Vol. 61, No. 1
Fall 2008
“There is power in unity. As we move
through this year, please remember
that this organization would not
exist were it not for you.” (p. 6)
GARY WILKES
32nd TMEA President
Held Office: 2008-2010
TMEA President's Message
Erasing the Lines
I sincerely hope that you are still
basking in that restful and rejuvenating
summer break from which you just
returned. Those of us teaching in Hamilton
County started school on August 12.
By the time you read this article, we
will have passed the halfway mark of the first quarter
and most will be nearing the end of the first quarter.
August always seem like one of the slowest months.
Before I launch into my article, I would be remiss
if I did not mention the passing of Dr. T. Earl Hinton.
He died on Thursday, July 10, after a long battle with
lung cancer at the age of 83. Dr. Hinton was a musician,
educator, and Professor Emeritus of Middle Tennessee
State University. He was also a Past-President of
TMEA. and one of the stalwarts of music education in
Tennessee. The Board of Directors of TMEA recently
endowed a scholarship in his name to be bestowed
to a student pursuing a degree in music education.
The Board would like to strongly encourage the
membership of TMEA. to do likewise. You may send
your contributions to the School of Music at MTSU. or
T.M.E.A. can forward your contribution to them if you
wish. If your desire is for us to do it, please send your
check to Michael Combs, our Executive Secretary.
His address is listed in the front of this publication.
There are many people in our organization that
work for the betterment of music education. One of our
2010
instrumental ensembles chair.
I would also like to
offer my sincere appreciation to
Jeff Brewer and Ron Meers.
Jeff recently completely his
six-year rotation off of the
TMEA. Board and Ron just
assumed the position of Past­
President and head of the
Da Capo committee. Both of
these men left some incredibly
large shoes and continue
to serve as my mentors.
Thanks more than you'll know.
So, you're saying,
"Erasing the lines? Is he talking
about some sort of cosmetic
procedure that reverses the
aging process? Is he reacting
to one of those info commercials? What is he talking
about?" If I can accomplish anything during my tenure
in this office, I hope to be able to erase the lines that
separate our various divisions so that we can become
a unified state. I believe that the days when we could
be completely autonomous are gone. There is power in
unity. As we move through this year, please remember
that this organization would not exist were it not for you.
WHAT DOES THE TENNESSEE MUSIC
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“There are many TMEA members in every area of our state who do
countless tasks that lead to the success of the TMEA conference
and All-State. . . Most TMEA members have full-time jobs in
addition to their TMEA responsibilities. We need to tell those
around us how much they are appreciated and acknowledge the
effort they put forth to provide our music teachers and all-state
students with a life-long learning experience that will enrich
their lives for many years to come.” (p. 4)
DIAN EDDLEMAN
34th TMEA President
Held Office: 2012-2014
“TMEA and the regional associations are the heart of music education in Tennessee. The All Regional and All-State performing
groups provide rewarding music events that facilitate life-changing experiences for our students. TMEA, regional associations, and
the Tennessee Arts Academy provide the most professional in-service training in the state. This training enriches the experience
music students have in their classrooms every day.
TMEA is the cornerstone of music education in Tennessee. I am extremely grateful to TMEA for the exemplary educational music
experiences provided for music students and teachers in Tennessee!”
RON MEERS
31st TMEA President
Held Office: 2006-2008
Teaching Location During Presidency:
Riverdale High School (MTSBOA)
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