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Grammy-winning baritone Kenneth Overton and internationally acclaimed soprano Camille Ortiz join the Eugene-based Elsewhere Ensemble for a powerful evening of music and contemplation. Together, they will perform Invocation – a prayer for peace, an innovative new work by the ensemble’s violinist, Colin Pip Dixon, who is joined by Arnaud Ghillebaert (viola) and Kathryn Brunhaver (cello). Drawing… |
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All current, future, and potential NAfME Collegiate Chapter leadership and chapter advisors are invited to join members of the NAfME Collegiate Advisory Council and NAfME Collegiate Program Manager Ben Reyes for a special leadership training this fall. This virtual training will cover general chapter leadership expectations as laid out in the NAfME Collegiate Chapter Quickstart… |
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Of individuals with an intellectual disability, 1% are recognized as having a profound intellectual disability and commonly present at a mental age of roughly three years or below. This session includes strategies that promote engagement for individuals with profound intellectual disabilities, who represent a historically disenfranchised population. Accordingly, the application of specialized curricula, pedagogies, and pacing strategies allows this vulnerable… |
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Public education music classrooms vary wildly depending on the school size, location, budget, and resources available. Therefore, making a one-size-fits-all music education curriculum is nearly impossible. When Christopher Cavarretta started working at a K-8 school in New York, he was supplied only with 25 guitars, a drum kit, and about 25 xylophones. The primary instruction… |
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Join NAfME Collegiate members and advisors from around the country during NAfME Collegiate Kickoff Week for an exciting back-to-school virtual rally! Get to know your Collegiate Advisory Council representatives, hear from your national leadership, and win door prizes alongside other NAfME Collegiate members!Invite your chapter and prepare for the most inspiring back-to-school event yet! Continue to prepare…
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The Linfield Collaborative Music Ensemble (LCME) debuts its first album, Patterns of Wildness — seven world premiere recordings by four composers who have all taught or studied at Linfield University. |
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GRAMMY-nominated musician Gregory Alan Isakov brings his signature rooted, earthy folk to the Oregon Symphony for two transcendent evenings of music. With songs chosen from his five studio albums, set to soaring symphonic arrangements, this concert lays bare the depth and complexity of Isakov’s warm baritone and sentimental lyricism. |
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GRAMMY-nominated musician Gregory Alan Isakov brings his signature rooted, earthy folk to the Oregon Symphony for two transcendent evenings of music. With songs chosen from his five studio albums, set to soaring symphonic arrangements, this concert lays bare the depth and complexity of Isakov’s warm baritone and sentimental lyricism. |
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The music of two iconic artists colors this exploration of Latin American folk traditions. GRAMMY-Award winning bandoneón player Héctor Del Curto joins the orchestra to perform Piazzolla’s “Aconcagua” concerto in the composer’s signature nuevo tango style, a fusion of jazz, classical, and the traditional Argentinian tango form. Edna Vazquez brings a PNW spin to the… |
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The music of two iconic artists colors this exploration of Latin American folk traditions. GRAMMY-Award winning bandoneón player Héctor Del Curto joins the orchestra to perform Piazzolla’s “Aconcagua” concerto in the composer’s signature nuevo tango style, a fusion of jazz, classical, and the traditional Argentinian tango form. Edna Vazquez brings a PNW spin to the… |
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District 14 Fall Meeting |
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Many music educators are trained primarily as wind, string, or vocal specialists, yet are expected to teach and develop percussionists with confidence and effectiveness. This session offers a clear, practical pedagogical framework designed specifically for the non-percussionist teacher, helping educators approach percussion instruction with clarity, consistency, and confidence. Through a structured and transferable approach, participants will…
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This will be our fall meeting for the District 13 membership. We will meet at the Wichita Bar and Grill in Oregon City in their main room. Social time will be at 4:30 pm and the meeting will begin at 5:00 pm. |
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Join the members of the Council for Guitar Education as we answer your pedagogical guitar questions. We will create breakout rooms to specifically address your needs in the classroom.PresentersKevin Vigil, ChairChristopher Perez, Past ChairPatrick Callahan, Eastern Division RepresentativeJared Waln, North Central Division RepresentativeArmin Abdihodzic, Northwest Division RepresentativeRob Pethel, Southern Division RepresentativeGwen Marie Lerch, Southwestern Division RepresentativeDarin Au,…
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Grammy and Latin Grammy–winning artist Gaby Moreno is a singer-songwriter and producer whose warm, soulful sound bridges English and Spanish. Since moving to Los Angeles from her native Guatemala, she has released nine albums and earned major honors, including a Grammy win for X Mí (Vol. 1) (Best Latin Pop Album, 2024). A defining voice… |
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Celebrate opening night with beloved stories reimagined through music that bridges tradition with innovation. Violinist Elena Urioste joins us to perform The Four Seasons Recomposed by Max Richter, a bold reinterpretation of Vivaldi's iconic violin concertos. The second half of the evening pairs Prokofiev's Romeo and Juliet with Bernstein's Symphonic Dances from West Side Story, two extraordinary works that transform… |
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From Dan Brown, bestselling author of The DaVinci Code, comes Wild Symphony, a rollicking musical romp through the animal kingdom. Join Maestro Mouse as he introduces us to his ensemble of friendly critters, each with a life lesson to share. As we meet each animal, the orchestra will play the author’s soundtrack to the story as it's narrated… |
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Music classrooms are filled with diverse learners, yet many students face barriers that limit their ability to fully participate and succeed. This session examines common access barriers in elementary music instruction—including sensory, cognitive, and physical—and explores how lesson design can either reinforce or remove those barriers. Participants will be introduced to inclusive, music‑specific strategies grounded… |
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Join us on GoogleMeetGeneral Agenda for Each Meeting:Updates from NAfME/National Policy and AdvocacyUpdates from the OMEA Advocacy team around local and state issues and initiativesMonthly advocacy checklist guidance — what to do month by month to help yourself and your program Troubleshooting on-the-ground issues and responding to concerns in real timePlanning for advocacy events (Conference, Capitol… |
1 event,Register for the conference(opens in new tab). Learn more about the event below.Book your room at the Hilton Long Beach(opens in new tab) by September 7!Download an overview guide brochure for the conference(opens in new tab) (guide as of August 23)Download the detailed conference program(opens in new tab) (program as of August 23)Download a justification letter for attending… |