2024 Fall In-Service Conference

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Presenters, Schedule, List of Sessions, Maps, and Lunch Menu

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OVERVIEW
The Maryland Music Educators Association will host the 2024 Fall In-Service Conference at Kent Island High School in Stevensville, Maryland on Friday, October 18, 2024.

Current, retired, and future educators from around the region are invited to attend. This conference is a great time to connect with colleagues from around the Maryland area. Attendees will learn applicable, pedagogy-based proven practices from fellow Marylanders and national clinicians.

DATE
Friday, October 18, 2024

LOCATION
Kent Island High School

900 Love Point Road, Stevensville, MD 21666

CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
NEW SCHEDULE!

8:00 AM - Registration & Exhibits Open
9:00 AM - Session 1
10:00 AM - Session 2
11:00 AM - Lunch with Components/Visit Exhibits
11:45 AM - Lunch with Components/Visit Exhibits
12:45 PM - Session 3
1:45 PM - Session 4
2:30 PM - Day Complete

CONFERENCE SCHEDULE DETAILS
Check back in September for a full schedule, presenters, and detailed descriptions of all sessions. Updates will be posted on the website and shared via email and/or MMEA website and social media accounts.

CONFERENCE LUNCH
New this year! Lunch will be provided. Attendees will enjoy lunch in groups based on their focus/component.

AFTER CONFERENCE SOCIAL
The membership committee would like to invite everyone to an optional After Conference Social. Weather permitting.

Libbey’s Coastal Kitchen and Cocktails

357 Pier One Road, Stevensville, MD 21666

MARYLAND HIGH SCHOOL TENOR/BASS DEMONSTRATION CHORUS
The Maryland Choral Educators Association (MCEA) is delighted to offer the Maryland High School Tenor/Bass Demonstration Chorus again this year. This is a valuable professional development opportunity for our educators and an outstanding experience for tenor and bass voices.

Click here for more information and nomination/registration.

CERTIFICATES/CPD CREDITS
MMEA will provide a certificate of attendance to attendees. CPD Credit will not be available for this one-day event.

RATES

All conference attendees are strongly encouraged to pre-register.

Pre-registration will remain open until Wednesday, October 9, 2024

MMEA is offering price points for active members, introductory active members, retired members, collegiate/student members as well as a non-member rate.

MMEA is also excited to offer an Early Bird Double Conference Registration Package for MMEA/NAfME Members. (Limited time only). This package will allow members to register for both the Fall-Inservice and the Annual State Conference for a discounted rate. This package does not include hotel accommodations. Please join/renew here.

On-Site Registration will be available the day of the conference. Active/introductory member/non-member rates will increase by $20.00 for on-site registration. Retired educators and collegiate/student members/non-members rates will increase by $10.00 for on-site Registration.

EARLY BIRD DOUBLE CONFERENCE PACKAGE
MMEA/NAfME Members Only - Limited Time Only
Available until Wednesday, October 9, 2024

Early Bird Double Conference - Fall In-Service & Annual Conference (Discount)
$225 - Active Member
$155 - Introductory Active Member
$85 - Retired Member
$50 - Collegiate Member (Full Time Student)

MMEA/NAfME MEMBER PRICING*
$85 - Active Member
$60 - Introductory Active Member
$40 - Retired Member
$25 - Collegiate/Student Member

NON-MEMBER PRICING
$130 - Non-Member
$65 - Non-Member - Retired
$40 - Non-Member - Student (Full Time)

All transactions are final and non-refundable unless MMEA Leadership cancels the event. In the event of cancellation, participants will have the opportunity to request a partial refund within 30 days of the cancellation. Credit card processing and platform fees will not be refunded under any circumstances.

Invoicing - Districts, schools, or organizations can request invoicing for five (5) or more conference registrations. Please contact MMEA staff at mmeamarylandinfo@gmail.com for more information. Invoicing is only available at Early Bird/Member/Non-Member pricing. “Flexible Registration Rate” is not available for invoicing.

Late Fee Policy - Invoices not paid within 60 days will be assessed a late fee. Invoice totals of $100 or less will be assessed a late fee of $20. Invoices over $100 will be assessed a 20% late fee, not to exceed $500.

*MMEA is dedicated to ensuring all MMEA/NAfME Members seeking resources have the access they need. As such, members may choose a “Flexible Registration Rate” option for this Fall In-Service. This option is ONLY available to members for the Fall In-Service Conference.

CONFERENCE HOTELS
Conference Room blocks will be arranged for attendees to utilize. Both hotels are located within 15 minutes of Kent Island HS. MMEA Room blocks will be available until September 17.

Hilton Garden Inn (Link to MMEA Room Block)
3206 Main Street, Grasonville, MD 21638
410-827-3877
Rate - $179.00 - Thursday Night Only

Best Western Kent Narrows Inn (Link to MMEA Room Block)
3101 Main Street, Grasonville, MD 21638
410-827-6767
Rate - $139.00 - Thursday Night (Rate increase for those wishing to stay Friday night)

MEMBERSHIP NOTE
Registration for membership pricing options will require members to enter their membership number and membership expiration date to process payment. Please join or renew here.

RESOURCE LETTERS
MMEA has created email and letter templates to help you advocate to your administration to attend these conference events.
MMEA Attendance Permission Templates

COMMUNICATION and QUESTIONS
Please direct all questions to the MMEA Team at mmeamarylandinfo@gmail.com.

CONFERENCE COMMITTEE
Kellie Harvey, NBCT, Conference Chair
Dr. Melissa Goetschius, Conference Exhibit Chair
Jennifer Kauffman, MMEA President
Amy T. Hairston, MMEA President-Elect
Dr. Brian Schneckenburger, MMEA Immediate Past President
Carrie Barrett Traube, MMEA Recording Secretary
Scott C. Engel, MBDA President
Susan Eckerle, MBDA President-Elect
Antoinette (Toni) Daniel, MCEA President
Charnice Frazier, MCEA President-Elect
Dana Shieh, MODA President
Stephanie Mayer-Sattin, MODA President Elect
Gabriel Gray, MGMTA President
Jessica (Jess) Windsor, MGMTA President-Elect
Dr. Kate Evans, MSMTE President
Dr. Robin Giebelhausen, MSMTE President-Elect
Anthony Conto, MMEA Executive Director

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Sustaining Partners

For over a century, the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO) has been recognized as one of America’s leading orchestras and one of Maryland’s most significant cultural institutions. It is the only American orchestra with year-round venues in two distinct metropolitan areas (Baltimore and DC Metro area). We continue to make musical history with the recent tenure of our new Music Director, Jonathon Heyward.

Zeswitz Music, founded in 1923, is a leading source for musical instrument rentals, accessories, repairs, and professional and step-up instruments in Eastern PA, NJ, DE, and MD. With a proven track record of excellence, Zeswitz Music is the proud recipient of the NAMM Foundation’s Top 100 Dealers Award 8 years running! Weekly face-to-face visits from our Education Reps, 1 week turnaround on repairs, Professional Development opportunities and our scholarship program for students who can’t afford to rent are just some of the services we offer to our partners. Our team has earned a strong reputation for exceptional service to teachers, schools, students, and families. www.zeswitzmusic.com – www.musicrecruitment.com

Guitar building is an ongoing process of discovery. PRS Guitars are devoted to the guitar's rich heritage while committed to new technologies that will enrich our products with uncompromised tone, playability and beauty. Our success depends on our ability to listen, implement positive change and continually refine our craft.

Baltimore Brass Company is one of the leading instrument retail and repair shops on the East Coast. We service both private customers and schools alike.

Joe Corbi's has been helping groups raise money for over 40 years. Since 1983 our famous Pizza Kits have helps groups like yours raise over 150 million dollars.

CLICK HERE to Fundraise with Joe Corbi's and Support MMEA at the same time!

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Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center is a full-service family-run music store located in Silver Spring, MD. Our expert staff is on hand to help you find your next instrument or piece of gear, whether you come by our store, shop online, or contact us via phone, email, or text message. With several warehouses full of the latest gear, Chuck Levin’s has been the go-to shop for everything in music since 1958. We always keep the best gear from all your favorite brands in stock and ready to ship - including Adams, Bach, Conn Selmer, Ludwig Musser, Pearl, Schagerl, and Yamaha.

Exhibitors

DMV Music Academy offers excellent music education, performance, professional development, and enrichment programs to all residents of the DMV Region.

The American Kodály Institute at Loyola University Maryland provides an engaging and nurturing environment that allows music educators to thrive and reach their peak potential. Graduate students master 21st century applications of the Kodály philosophy and Music Learning Theory. This program applies the latest music education research with the goal of music literacy for all, inspiring our students to become artists, pedagogues, and scholars of the highest caliber.

TU’s Department of Music is a leader in Maryland for music education, boasting a 100% placement of music education graduates since 2016. Our comprehensive curriculum in elementary and secondary music education is rigorous yet nurturing. Students complete diverse practica prior to their teaching internship and many applied and ensemble experiences, methods classes and training in theory/musicianship and history. TU also offers a dual degree in music education and performance. (Accredited by NASM, CAEP, and MSDE)

The University of Maryland School of Music serves as an advocate for the art of music in American culture. In educating the next generation of artist-citizens, the School is fiercely dedicated to the highest standards of artistic and scholarly excellence; diversity in curriculum and programming; robust engagement with our region, nation, and world; entrepreneurial thinking and problem solving; and the creation of an inclusive, open, and welcoming community.

UMBC Music provides a dynamic learning environment that stimulates the highest standards of research, innovation, and leadership in music composition, teaching, performance, technology, education, and advocacy. We foster a society that values music both as part of a universal education, and as an essential expression of the human experience and spirit. Our UMBC community redefines excellence in higher education through an inclusive culture that connects innovative teaching and learning, research across disciplines, and civic engagement.

With our 50 years of experience, Rovner is the "go to" ligature for band directors. We're a Maryland company with something for every level of student development. Let us help you help your students learn and excel.

Playbook is the #1 classroom tool for music educators. Our online platform not only gets students ready for upcoming concerts, we get them ready for a lifetime of music making. Our team of Juilliard-trained and Grammy®-winning mentors provide play alongs and instrument-specific training. Lessons start in class and are supplemented with at-home practice. More time at their instrument means stronger, more confident students, happy parents, and a more enjoyable band class for educators.

Joe Corbi's has been helping groups raise money for over 40 years. Since 1983 our famous Pizza Kits have helps groups like yours raise over 150 million dollars.

CLICK HERE to Fundraise with Joe Corbi's and Support MMEA at the same time!

Founded in 2002, Germantown Violin Company’s goal is to provide quality musical stringed instruments to professionals and students nationwide. At Germantown Violin, we perform all final inspections, setup and shop adjustments in our Gaithersburg, MD workshop. Our staff of trained professionals produce instruments of the highest quality, capable of superior sound, with the goal of creating beautiful music!

Since 1979, Sweetwater has been committed to giving music makers the ultimate shopping experience. Whether our customers are renting their very first instrument or performing on one of the great stages, we're committed to being a company they can trust. We’re here to help you live your music dreams by giving you more than any other retailer.

Encouraging and empowering young individuals to engage in singing and music as a means of self-expression, personal growth, and community involvement. Frederick Children’s Chorus is a non-audition, all-inclusive children’s chorus that creates an inclusive and supportive environment where children of all backgrounds and abilities can come together to enjoy the joy of singing and music.

Music & Arts supports music education as a trusted resource for band and orchestra instruments, accessories, print music, instrument repairs, individual and group lessons, and instrument rentals. The company provides ready-to-go educator solutions, quality and immediately available instruments, convenient rental options, and value-added resources to help build your music programs. Contact your Music & Arts Educational Representative or email Schools@MusicArts.com for support today.

Menchey Music Service is Central Pennsylvania and Maryland's largest family-owned school music dealer since 1936 with 8 retail locations, an affiliate network, a team of school representatives and webstore at shopmenchey.com. Menchey Music rents and sells band and orchestra instruments, guitars, and keyboard products as well as print music and musical accessories. We also provide repair service, musical instruction, and weekly school service.

Baltimore Brass Company is one of the leading instrument retail and repair shops on the East Coast. We service both private customers and schools alike.

Why Does The Mattress Fundraiser Work? This is a hassle-free fundraiser compared to others and raises substantial money. Custom Fundraising Solutions raised over 100K for Maryland Music Programs across the state last school year. All beds purchased are manufactured brand new and delivered in 2-4 weeks. We don't price match. We price crush the competition!!! have very little overhead costs compared to a retail mattress store. Name Brand mattresses. Purple, Therapedic, Helix, BIA, Tranquility.

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Since 1968, Sheffield Recordings Ltd. has been co-creating with artists like Coldplay, Foo Fighters, Billy Joel, Mariah Carey, and Walt Disney Motion Pictures, in our 20,000-square-foot Maryland headquarters. At our school, The Sheffield Institute for the Recording Arts we teach audio engineering, video production, and audio-visual technology. Our staff of industry professionals are Licensed by the Maryland Higher Education Commission to provide hands-on learning experiences while immersing students in a real-world environment.

The Musicianship Store carries the Vowel Fish, a Chorus Teacher Kit (some items sold separately), several song book and vocal exploration kits for the general music classroom, and stylish music themed accessories. All items will be discounted from online Etsy pricing and several items will only be available at MMEA! Come discover how our carefully selected props and tools can make your classroom even more engaging!

The United States Naval Academy Band, “The Navy’s Oldest and Finest,” has been providing music for the Brigade of Midshipmen and surrounding community since 1852. Located at the Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, the band is comprised of professional, Navy musicians, who have studied at some of the best music schools and conservatories in the country, and who have extensive résumés in performance and teaching.

The United States Marine Corps Music Program is looking to build relationship with our Music Educators and Students alike. We are hiring qualified musicians to join America’s elite Branch of the Military playing music.

MSU's Music program offers Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Music. Music majors can specialize in performance and/or teaching careers with a well-rounded degree. In addition to music courses, the curriculum includes classes in liberal arts and humanities in order to broaden the general knowledge of each music major. Students have the opportunity to take applied music lessons from a nationally recognized faculty. The program is designed to provide individual attention between students and their instructors.