Session Proposals &
Performance Applications
Overview
The Maryland Music Educators Association seeks Session Proposals and Performance Applications for both the Fall In-Service Conference and the Annual State Conference during the 2026-2027 academic year. Submissions will be accepted through Wednesday, June 3, 2026.
TI:ME & MMEA Annual State Conference
The Maryland Music Educators Association (MMEA) welcomes a partnership with TI:ME (Technology in Music Education) to present music technology-focused professional development sessions at the MMEA Annual State Conference in February. TI:ME will assist in reviewing technology session submissions, co-host sessions during the conference, and curate presentations from their network of leading experts in music technology education.
Conference Dates & Details
MMEA Fall In-Service Conference
Date: Friday, October 16, 2026
Location: Frederick High School, Frederick, MD
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Accepting: Session Proposals, Sessions with Demonstration Groups, and Sponsored Sessions
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Schedule: Approximately 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM, with networking events after 3:00 PM
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Session Length: 45 minutes
MMEA Annual State Conference
Date: Friday-Sunday, February 5-7, 2027
Location: Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor, Baltimore, MD
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Presented in Collaboration with TI:ME (Technology in Music Education)
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Accepting: Session Proposals, Sessions with Demonstration Groups, Sponsored Sessions, and Performance Applications
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Schedule:
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Friday & Saturday: Approximately 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with optional evening events
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Sunday: All State Senior Large Ensembles Concerts (included with full registration)
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Session Length: 60 minutes
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Coming Fall 2026: Research Poster Session Information
Conference Timeline
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April/May: Call for Proposals & Performance Application Window
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June 3, 2026: Submission Window Closes
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June/July: Review Process
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August: Notification of Selected Presenters/Performers
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August/September: Presenters/Performers Confirm/Register/Join/Renew (both conferences)
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October 16, 2026: Fall In-Service Conference
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February 5-7, 2027: Annual State Conference
Information Pages
Session Proposals Information Page
Sessions
Sessions with Demonstration Group
Sponsored Sessions
Performance Application Information Page
Featured Performances for Annual Conference
Application Steps
NEW THIS YEAR! MMEA has adopted several new procedures, including a new submission platform.
Please review the information pages linked above for the application steps!
Submission Forms
Submission Deadline
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Questions and Communication
Please direct all questions to the MMEA Team at mmeamarylandinfo@gmail.com
Interested in Exhibiting or becoming a Sponsor?
MMEA will be updating the partner information for 2026/2027 soon!
2026-2027 MMEA Conferences
SAVE THE DATES!
Friday, October 16, 2026 - 2026 Fall In-Service Conference
Frederick, Maryland
February 5 to 7, 2027 - 2027 Annual State Conference & All State Senior Ensembles
Baltimore, Maryland
April 1 to 4, 2027 - NAfME Eastern Division Conference
Providence, Rhode Island
IMPORTANT NOTICE – SCAM WARNING!
MMEA does not share contact information or contract with third-party services to reach out to presenters, exhibitors, sponsors, or partners.
This includes offers for discounted hotel reservations, exhibition services, or attendee lists.
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The only approved third-party services are Wi-Fi and electrical services through the Baltimore Convention Center, and optional booth furnishings via our official exhibit contractor.
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All official details—vendor info, hotel links, and other updates—will come directly from MMEA through email or linked on our website.
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Direct any questions to MMEA
Click here to visit the 2025 Fall In-Service Page.
Click here to visit the 2026 Annual State Conference Page.