December 2024 Southwestern Musician by Texas Music Educators Association

2025 CONVENTION PREVIEW

FEBRUARY 12–15 • SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS

HENRY B. GONZÁLEZ CONVENTION CENTER

From the Editor

December brings a flurry of activities alongside the excitement for a well-deserved break. Concerts, auditions, parties, and next semester’s chair placements are occurring across the state; our students are trying to balance all this activity with course finals, semester exams, and other assessments. I encourage you to take a moment to appreciate this time of year and to support those who may need it. Your efforts will bring smiles as your students perform in school and community events.

The end of the semester is a great time to assess our progress and plan for future development. This includes seeking professional development opportunities that promote growth for both you and your students.

Professional development is not just a requirement—it’s a gateway to a more dynamic and engaging classroom environment. It keeps us updated on the latest teaching methods and technology, allowing us to incorporate new techniques into our curriculum. Ongoing learning enhances our students’ experiences and exposes them to diverse musical styles, fostering an inspiring and engaging environment for all.

Moreover, professional development fosters a community of practice among music educators, allowing them to share insights, experiences, and resources. By connecting with peers and experts in the field, music educators can gain fresh perspectives and inspiration, ultimately leading to improved educational outcomes and instilling confidence and reassurance in their teaching practices.

This issue features the full schedule of our annual convention, a highlight of the year for music educators. The Executive Board has worked closely with selection committees to provide members with diverse pedagogical, experiential, and inspirational sessions. These sessions are designed to help educators learn, grow, and network with some of music education’s best and brightest minds. It’s an event you won’t want to miss!

One of the most memorable moments in each convention is the General Session, featuring the combined All-State ensemble performance and an inspiring keynote speaker. Information about this year’s keynote speaker is on page 18. Make plans now to attend on Thursday, February 13, at 8 a.m., in Lila Cockrell Theatre.

Before we know it, the calendar year will end; however, the memories you create during this time of year will last a lifetime for your students and parents. I hope you have a wonderful holiday season and enjoy your time away to re-energize for the New Year!

Joe Muñoz Executive Director jmunoz@tmea.org

Editor-in-Chief: Joe Muñoz

Managing Editor: Karen cross

Advertising Manager: Zachary Gersch

TMEA Executive Board

President: Jesse Cannon II, Fort Worth ISD president@tmea.org / 817-814-2635

President-Elect: Shane Goforth, North Shore Senior HS presidentelect@tmea.org / 713-516-7158

Immediate Past-President: Robert Horton, Conroe ISD pastpresident@tmea.org / 936-709-7806

Band Vice-President: Mike Howard, Leander ISD bandvp@tmea.org / 512-570-0161

Orchestra Vice-President: Jennifer Martin, Fort Worth ISD orchestravp@tmea.org / 817-814-2640

Vocal Vice-President: Joshua McGuire, Rock Hill HS vocalvp@tmea.org / 469-219-2300 x 81201

Elementary Vice-President: Christopher Giles, Mireles Elementary elementaryvp@tmea.org / 210-394-0289

College Vice-President: Carter Biggers, Texas Woman’s University collegevp@tmea.org / 940-898-2689

TMEA Staff

Executive Director: Joe Muñoz, jmunoz@tmea.org

Deputy Director: Frank Coachman, fcoachman@tmea.org

Administrative Director: Kay Vanlandingham, kvanlandingham@tmea.org

Advertising/Exhibits Manager: Zachary Gersch, zgersch@tmea.org

Membership Manager: Susan Daugherty, susand@tmea.org

Communications Manager: Karen Cross, kcross@tmea.org

Digital Communications Specialist: Amanda Pierce, apierce@tmea.org

Financial Manager: Cristin Gaffney, cgaffney@tmea.org

Information Technologist: Andrew Denman-Tidline, adenman@tmea.org

Administrative Assistant: Dana Whitmire, dwhitmire@tmea.org

TMEA Office

7900 Centre Park Drive, Austin, TX, 78754 P.O. Box 140465, Austin, TX, 78714-0465 www.tmea.org / 512-452-0710

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TMEA PRESIDENT JESSE CANNON II

The convention is the perfect opportunity to gather inspiration and prepare for the exciting spring semester ahead.

TMEA Bucket List

It’s hard to believe it, but with this issue, we are ushering in the final month of the calendar year! For music educators, this is definitely a bustling time, filled with performances, grading, and preparations for the holiday season. Amid the flurry of activity, it’s important to remember to take a moment for yourself. This busy month can be overwhelming, but the holiday break is just around the corner, offering a well-deserved chance to rest and recharge.

As you navigate this hectic time, don’t forget to appreciate the joy of making music with your students and the connections you’ve built throughout the year. And as you look forward to some downtime, remember that the TMEA Clinic/Convention is also on the horizon!

Whether you’re a first-year teacher seeking professional development or a seasoned educator looking to reignite your passion, the convention is the perfect opportunity to gather inspiration and prepare for the exciting spring semester ahead.

As we prepare for our annual convention, it’s worth taking a moment to reminisce. Veteran educators all remember their first TMEA, the city it was held in (for those who started attending before San Antonio became our convention home), the incredible clinicians

In Memoriam

Vernon H. Denman 1926–2024

Alfred “Al” Sturchio 1928–2024

Allen C. Clark 1951–2024

Paul N. Beaty II 2001–2024

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

check www.tmea .org for updates

December—Renew membership, purchase liability insurance, register for the convention.

January 11— Band and Vocal Area auditions.

January 14— Last day to cancel a reservation booked through TMEA without a fee.

January 16—TMEA convention early registration deadline.

January 22— Last day to utilize the TMEA housing reservation system to book a hotel.

February 12–15—TMEA Clinic/Convention in San Antonio.

February 13, 8:00 a.m.—TMEA General Session in Lila Cockrell Theatre.

February 13, 5:15 p.m.—TMEA Division business meetings at the convention.

February 14, 5:15 p.m.—TMEA Region meetings at the convention.

and conductors, the music that left a lasting impression, and the friendships that turned into lifelong connections. For me, that was 2005, when I attended my first TMEA as an All-State musician. The music we performed and the camaraderie I experienced shaped me as a musician and later as an educator. From those early years to working in the College Division and attending clinics as a professional, every convention has brought new insights and connections.

As you look ahead to the 2025 Clinic/ Convention, it’s time to ask, what’s on your bucket list this year? How can you make the most of this incredible opportunity to grow as an educator, leader, and musician? Let’s dive into some must-do experiences for the upcoming convention.

ATTEND CLINICS AND CONCERTS

With over 300 clinics offered, there’s something for everyone. This is your chance to attend sessions led by master educators who will address the unique needs and techniques within your teaching area. Beyond clinics that focus on specific areas are those that apply to all educators,

offering us valuable insights and strategies to help us support and engage all students through music.

One highlight of this year’s convention is the conducting clinic led by Larry Livingston, designed for secondary school orchestra teachers. Livingston will work with selected participants as they conduct the Reagan HS Orchestra students, providing invaluable feedback on technique and communication. This session will be an opportunity for educators to refine their conducting skills, benefiting both the participating teachers and all attendees who want to enhance their students’ musical experiences.

Don’t forget the concerts and music showcases! Our event is known for its exceptional performances by invited and honor groups, and this year’s performances will be no different. From elementary school ensembles to All-State groups, you’ll experience some of the best musical performances Texas has to offer. The All-State ensembles are always a highlight, and watching these students come together and create magic on stage is an experience that you will not want to miss.

EXPLORE THE EXHIBIT HALL

The Exhibit Hall is one of the most energetic places at the convention. With hundreds of music industry partners offering everything from instruments and sheet music to the latest classroom technology and teaching aids, you’ll want to carve

out some time to explore. Our College Exhibits, including Friday’s College Night, provide incredible access for anyone seeking to learn more about institutions in Texas and beyond. Whether you’re looking for resources to enhance your program or just browsing for inspiration, the Exhibit Hall is the place to find it.

• Come prepared with a plan. Research vendors ahead of time. Once the app is available and exhibitors are included, favorite those you want to show up on your quick list.

• Bring a purchase order so you can leave with resources that will benefit your students.

• Engage with the exhibitors. Ask questions, explore new products, and take advantage of the expertise available.

NETWORK AND VOLUNTEER

The convention is the perfect place to make connections with fellow educators. Whether you’re sharing ideas over lunch, attending a college reunion, or simply striking up a conversation in a clinic, the opportunity to meet others who share your passion for music education is one of the most rewarding aspects of the convention. Networking offers the chance to connect with colleagues from across Texas and other states, bringing fresh ideas and inspiration to take back to your classroom. Consider giving back by volunteering. Whether it’s helping with registration or assisting with a clinic, volunteering is a great way to stay engaged while contributing to the success of the convention. It’s not too late to sign up at www.tmea.org/ volunteer.

STAY UPDATED

Make sure to attend your division and Region meetings, where you’ll receive organization updates and have the opportunity to be part of TMEA’s future. Although voting will take place online for all Executive Board offices, it’s essential to attend these meetings to stay informed and engaged with these leadership roles, as they will guide their divisions and influence the organization’s future direction.

ATTEND THE GENERAL SESSION

Thursday’s General Session is always a highlight of our convention, and this year’s promises to be exceptional as we welcome keynote speaker Celeste Headlee to kick

off the convention. The granddaughter of William Grant Still, a pioneering AfricanAmerican composer of classical music, Headlee brings a rich legacy and a profound connection to the arts. A classically trained musician herself, she has deep insights into the transformative power of music. Beyond her musical roots, Headlee is an acclaimed journalist, author, and communications expert. Her engaging presence and insights will give us plenty of fresh ideas for building stronger connections in our classrooms and communities and set a positive, exciting tone for the days ahead. Learn more about her on page 18.

ENJOY WEDNESDAY’S PRESIDENT’S CONCERT

Another can’t-miss event is the President’s Concert, featuring the world-renowned Jason Max Ferdinand Singers. Known for their impeccable musicality and emotional performances, this ensemble promises to deliver a breathtaking experience. If you haven’t seen them live before, make sure to get your tickets early, as this is sure to be one of the most talkedabout events of the convention. Go to www.tmea.org/presidentsconcert to purchase them directly, or add them on to your online convention registration.

CONVENTION REGISTRATION

Be sure to register early to pay the lowest convention fee. Learn more about registration deadlines and fees on page 9. Also, remember that TMEA offers complimentary registration for your principals, superintendents, and school board members. Invite them to witness the incredible power of music education and to observe the professional development opportunities that abound at our annual convention. They can learn more and register online by January 31 at www.tmea.org/ adminregistration.

Jesse cannon II is Director of Visual & Performing Arts at Fort Worth ISD. president@tmea.org

Electronic Voting for Executive Board Candidates

Per the TMEA Constitution, voting for TMEA President-Elect and Vice-Presidents is conducted electronically. Eligible members are not required to attend the convention to vote. In 2025, the division Vice-Presidents being elected are Orchestra, Vocal, and Elementary.

Who are the candidates?

Nominations close on January 15, 2025. By January 22, 2025, TMEA will notify members of all candidates for President-Elect and Orchestra, Vocal, and Elementary Vice-Presidents. Candidate information will be online for review by that date at www.tmea.org/candidates.

Who can vote?

If you are eligible to vote, your membership must be current by 2 p.m. CT on February 14 for TMEA to email you a link to your ballot. Eligibility to vote in each election is as follows:

• President-Elect: All Active, Retired, and Honorary Life Members are eligible to vote. TMEA will email eligible members a link to their electronic ballot on February 13, 2025.

• Orchestra Vice-President: Active, Retired, and Honorary Life Members whose Primary Division is Orchestra are eligible to vote. TMEA will email eligible members a link to their electronic ballot on February 13, 2025.

• Vocal Vice-President: Active, Retired, and Honorary Life Members whose Primary Division is Vocal are eligible to vote. TMEA will email eligible members a link to their electronic ballot on February 13, 2025.

• Elementary Vice-President: Active, Retired, and Honorary Life Members whose Primary Division is Elementary are eligible to vote. TMEA will email eligible members a link to their electronic ballot on February 13, 2025.

Be sure you can receive your ballot on February 13:

1. Ensure your membership is current and your TMEA Primary Division is accurate.

2. Ensure the primary email on your TMEA member is accurate and is one that you can access on February 13. Go to tmea.org/memberinfo to check and make updates.

3. Add membership@tmea.org to your safe senders list to prevent the email from being blocked.

Need ballot help?

Email membership@tmea.org before 5 p.m., February 14. If you are at the convention, visit the TMEA Help Desk inside Convention Registration during open hours (7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.).

About Electronic Voting

The electronic vote will be conducted using a third-party online voting system (OpaVote). Votes are anonymous and no identifying information will be stored with the voting data. As provided in the TMEA Constitution, preferential (ranked-choice) voting will be utilized to prevent runoffs.

For full details on how preferential voting works, go to www.tmea.org/election.

Join Thousands of Music Educators at the 2025 TMEA Clinic/Convention

FEbrUArY 12–15 • SAN ANTONIO • HENrY b . GONZ ÁLEZ cONVENTION cENTEr

EARLY REGISTRATION

• Active TMEA members*: $70

• retired TMEA members*: $20

• college Student members*: $0 (still must register)

• Out-of-state attendees: $145

• Upper-level school administrators: $0

• Non-music educator family badges: $15

• Wednesday Technology Preconference: $50

*Membership must be current.

DEADLINES

• January 14: Hotel cancellation deadline (no penalty).

• January 16: Last day for early registration (details below on paying by check/PO).

• January 17–February 15: registration fees increase (online or onsite payment):

• Active members: $95

• Out-of-state attendee: $170

• January 22: Last day to utilize the TMEA housing reservation system to book a hotel.

Must Pay by Check or Purchase Order? Don’t Wait!

Mail can take multiple weeks to arrive at the TMEA office. If paying by check or purchase order, please wait no longer! Download the form from www.tmea.org/registrationform.

• If your check is not postmarked by January 16, you must pay the higher fee shown above to register and receive a badge—either online by credit card or at the convention with another check.

• All purchase orders must be received via email (to susand@tmea.org) by January 16 to be honored for convention registration.

AUDITION DATES

FRIDAY

January 17, 2025

VOICE

SATURDAY

January 18, 2025

BASSOON, FLUTE, OBOE

BRASS, STRINGS, PERCUSSION PIANO, ORGAN, VOICE

SATURDAY

February 1, 2025

WOODWINDS, BRASS, STRINGS PERCUSSION, PIANO, ORGAN VOICE

FRIDAY

February 7, 2025

BASSOON, CLARINET, FLUTE, OBOE EUPHONIUM, HORN, TUBA PERCUSSION, PIANO, ORGAN, VOICE

SATURDAY

February 22, 2025

WOODWINDS, BRASS, STRINGS PERCUSSION, PIANO, ORGAN VOICE

To learn more about the audition process, scan the QR code, then choose your instrument/area of study. For more information: music.baylor.edu or Callan_Chappell@baylor.edu FACEBOOK baylormusic INSTAGRAM @baylormusic

TI:ME Music Technology Wednesday Preconference

FEBRUARY 12 • CONVENTION CENTER ROOM 214

On the Wednesday of our convention, take advantage of the full-day Music Technology Preconference hosted by TI:ME–Technology in Music Education. For an additional $50 fee, you can choose from a concentration of technology sessions, with a reception following.

TECHNOLOGY PRECONFERENCE REGISTRATION

Register for this event when you register for the TMEA convention or later by going to www.tmea.org/addon to add this purchase (January 31 online registration deadline). This $50 preconference fee is separate from TMEA convention registration. If paying onsite, you can pay by credit card, Venmo, PayPal, or a separate

T B O V E C 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM / CC PARK VIEW LOBBY

TI:ME Technology Preconference Registration & Badge Pickup

Register for this technology preconference ($50) when you register for the TMEA convention. If you already registered for the TMEA convention, go to www.tmea.org/addon for instructions on how to add this event registration. January 31 is the online preconference registration deadline. When you arrive at the convention center, go directly to the Park View Lobby outside room CC 214 to get your badge. This is on the second floor of the south side of the convention center.

T B O V C 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC 214 A

AI Update: Where Are We Now and Where Are We Going?

Clinician: Stephen Cox, Fox Technical HS

Learn about the latest advancements in AI and their applications in music education. Cox will address ethical considerations, demonstrate practical AI tools, and explore future trends. Attendees will engage in hands-on activities and discussions to enhance their teaching methods and create inclusive, dynamic learning environments.

T B O V 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC 214 B

Get to the Good Stuff Faster with Tech Tools

Clinician: Mike Olander, MusicFirst

Sponsored by: MusicFirst

Imagine band and orchestra students walking into rehearsal prepared with the basics of rhythms and pitches! In this session Olander will focus on the tools and processes to help your students build skills and foundational knowledge and highlight five software solutions.

T B O V E C 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC 214 C

Social Media and the Music Educator: Better Boundaries

Clinician: Beth Duhon, Oakland ES

While we cannot imagine life without them, it is no surprise that many attribute a decrease in mental well-being to the introduction of social media and smartphones. How do we manage to feel current and connected yet balanced? What do we do when promoting on social media becomes an expectation for our program or our side hustle? Learn to

check payable to TI:ME. Payment may not be combined with your TMEA registration check, and purchase orders will not be accepted.

EVENT DIVISION CODES

On the technology sessions listed below, the codes that follow the T technology code indicate the TMEA Division to which the content is most applicable:

B – Band

O – Orchestra

V – Vocal

E – Elementary

C – College

set boundaries that make sense for you and to feel healthier around your tech!

T E 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC 214 D

Let’s Create Epic Play-Along Videos Using Mostly Free Tools!

Clinician: Amy Burns, Far Hills Country Day School

With guidance from Burns, learn to create play-along videos and bring them into your curriculum using free tools for performance standards, retrieval practice, or musical activities.

T B O V 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM / CC 214 A

Making a Number-One Hit with AI Songwriting Techniques

Clinician: Will Kuhn, TI:ME

Learn the latest compositional techniques that AI and machine learning tools can provide students in your music classes. Learn how to split parts from a recording, generate AI-trained vocals, and generate and grow chord and groove structures. Kuhn will cover all of this while enhancing the human elements of meaning, authenticity, and intent in your music—the brave new world awaits!

T B O V 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM / CC 214 B

Quick Tech Wins: Tools & Ideas to Try with Students Tomorrow

Clinician: Marianne White, MakeMusic

Need some quick wins for next week? Explore a variety of easy and ready-to-use technology tools that offer a little something for everyone. White will explore methods for streamlining administrative tasks, engaging students, promoting practice, and everything in between!

T B O V E C 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM / CC 214 C

Social Comparison and Social Media in Music Education

Clinician: Thomas Rinn, Texas State Univ

Social networking sites can play an important role in professional learning and identity development but can also have adverse outcomes, including burnout and impostor phenomenon. Rinn will present current research investigating how music educators interact online and will explore strategies to mitigate the potential negative outcomes.

TECH PRECONFERENCE

T E 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM / CC 214 D

How to Set Up Sound for an Elementary Live Performance

Clinician: Ken Sarmiento, Smith ES

Unlock the secrets to setting up a professional-grade PA sound system for elementary live performances. With a focus on elementary teachers’ needs, Sarmiento will delve into the intricacies of sound setup, ensuring that your students’ musical talents shine brightly on stage.

T B O V E C 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 214 A

The AI Advantage: Empowering You for the 21st Century

Clinician: Aaron Staebell, Hal Leonard

ChatGPT has received negative attention for helping students achieve dishonest results, but this is simply an example of AI being utilized for the wrong reasons. Today, teachers will learn to incorporate AI to save time, create lesson plans, and to utilize as a performance assessment tool. With the right inputs and goals, AI can be incredibly helpful. Have no fear!

T B O V E C 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 214 B

Create with Canva: Promote, Advocate, and Recruit!

Clinician: Katie Argyle, Midnight Music

Discover how to use Canva to easily create eye-catching promotional images and videos to promote your upcoming events, advocate for your program, and recruit students to your ensembles. Designs include interactive QR code posters to spotlight your ensembles, quick videos, effective animated designs, and engaging social media posts.

T B O V C 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 214 C Student Program Ownership Through Social Media

Clinicians: Sabrina Behrens, Travis HS; John Niiler, Travis HS, 2024–2025 Travis HS Orchestra Officers

In successful programs, students feel engaged, connected, and an integral part of the group. Behrens and Niiler will show how directors can empower students to use various social media platforms and creatively take ownership of their music program. Student officers will share examples of student-created content (Instagram, TikTok, Substack, YouTube, etc.).

T E 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 214 D

It’s Elementary! Music, Children’s Literature & Technology

Clinician: Sarah Mayne, Putnam ES

Music is a way for all students to be included and participate. Using children’s literature and technology opens opportunities in the elementary music classroom to be inclusive of all learners. Reaching across the curriculum to reading, math, science, social studies, and the other fine arts is a great opportunity to show how all learners can learn and use music across the curriculum. Attendees will gain ideas for using technology in the music classroom and performances.

T B O V C 1:45 – 2:45 PM / CC 214 A Harnessing the Power of AI in Music Education

Clinician: David Childs, Dallas College - Richland Campus

Artificial intelligence has brought an infinite number of transformative possibilities to all walks of life, including the field of music education. Childs will explore how AI can be applied to the music classroom, specifically music composition, music theory, and plagiarism detection, showcasing how AI can improve teaching standards as well as learning opportunities.

T B O V E C 1:45 – 2:45 PM / CC 214 B

The Power of Music: Technology as a Musical Tool

Clinician: Martha Mooke, Yamaha Corporation of America

Sponsored by: Yamaha Corporation of America

Discover methods of incorporating technology to inspire and encourage students to explore their creative spirit in music. Mooke will help alleviate the intimidation factor and offer tools to take your

students to the next level of creativity in a supportive and nurturing environment.

T B O V 1:45 – 2:45 PM / CC 214 C

Social Media for the Secondary Music Program

Clinician: Rachel Fiorini, Cypress Creek HS

Explore innovative ways to integrate social media into secondary music education. Led by Rachel Fiorini, this clinic delves into leveraging platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter to engage students, showcase performances, and foster collaboration. Discover practical strategies for creating content, building an online presence, and connecting with the music community.

T E 1:45 – 2:45 PM / CC 214 D

Elementary Music Literacy & Composition Using Flat Education

Clinician: Blake Bartosh, Doss ES

Sponsored by: Flat for Education (Tutteo Inc.)

Learn about tech tools like Flat for Education to enhance students’ music literacy and composition skills. Bartosh will demonstrate student growth on recorder and guitar through student video submissions and scaffold student instruction to start composing their first pieces of music using Flat for Education.

T B O V E C 3:00 – 4:00 PM / CC 214 A

Artificial Intelligence for Composing and Arranging

Clinician: Floyd Richmond, Tarleton State Univ

Artificial intelligence continues to push and redefine the boundaries of what is possible in composing and arranging. Richmond will cover topics including human creativity and machine intelligence, available tools, ethical and legal considerations, guidelines for use, and implications for the future.

T C 3:00 – 4:00 PM / CC 214 B

Increasing Confidence in Incorporating Music Technology

Clinician: Rebecca West, Texas Woman’s Univ

Increase your knowledge and skills in music technology, including learning about commonly used terminology, equipment, and software. Attendees will interact with equipment and software, learn how to use digital audio workstations, apps, and equalize live music. Attendees may bring their phone, tablet, or laptop.

T B O V 3:00 – 4:00 PM / CC 214 C

Transatlantic Collaboration: Global Student Connections

Clinicians: Heath Jones, MusicFirst; David Dover, North Gwinnett MS; Max Wheeler, Charanga Music

Sponsored by: MusicFirst

What happens when students can collaborate in creating music with other students an ocean apart? Three educators share their experiences and student outcomes in creating such a collaboration between their students in Georgia and England. Learn how to create the same experience for your students whether it is across town or across an ocean!

T E 3:00 – 4:00 PM / CC 214 D

The ABCs of Music Tech: Solutions for Elementary Music

Clinician: Amy Burns, Far Hills Country Day School

Sponsored by: MusicFirst

Sing, dance, play, create! Every elementary music-learning experience should incorporate a wide variety of activities. Technology can provide support to help you keep students engaged, learning, and creating, even when children are not hands-on with the technology. All options include materials that keep students singing, moving, and learning with minimal need for student-controlled devices.

T B O V E C 4:15 – 5:15 PM / CC 214 A

AI Is Coming, but Not for Your Job!

Clinician: James Frankel, MusicFirst

Sponsored by: MusicFirst

Artificial intelligence seems to be everywhere. Despite what you might read or hear, AI will not be replacing in-person, human-to-human instruction. Instead, AI is far more likely to be a tool to help save your precious time, leaving more room for the good stuff like music-making. In this session, Frankel will explore an array of AI-powered tools for music and music education.

T B O V E C 4:15 – 5:15 PM / CC 214 B

Teaching and Learning Through Technology: Resources for All

Clinicians: Claire Murphy, Stephen F. Austin State Univ; Herbert Midgley, Stephen F. Austin State Univ

In this collaborative environment, music educators will share best practices in leveraging educational technology. Explore the latest music tech tools transforming classrooms based on data from current teacher surveys and audience insights. Leave empowered with a wealth of vetted resources to enrich student learning and revolutionize your teaching.

T B O V E 4:15 – 5:15 PM / CC 214 C

Do It for the ’Gram: Social Media Tips for the Busy Director

Clinicians: Taylor Alsaffar, Faubion MS; Mikayla Probst, Lebanon Trail HS

Now more than ever, your music program’s online presence plays a major role in gaining support and recognition from your community,

TECH PRECONFERENCE

administration, and students. Alsaffar and Probst will present best practices for creating linked accounts for your program, how to create content, and posting techniques that prioritize time efficiency while maximizing effectiveness.

T E 4:15 – 5:15 PM / CC 214 D

Using Flip to Engage and Motivate Students

Clinician: Rina Sklar, Macie Publishing Company

Register to Attend the TI:ME Technology Preconference

Enjoy a full day of expert-led clinics, dedicated to increasing your knowledge and skills in music education technology.

When you register for the TMEA convention, add this preconference registration to make your Wednesday preconference badge pickup a breeze. The online preconference registration deadline is January 31. Learn more at www.tmea.org/preconference.

TMEA Invited Collegiate Ensemble 2022

The Midwest Clinic Invited Performing Ensemble 2023

Located in the heart of East Texas, Tyler Junior College (TJC) offers a comprehensive music program in all areas of study including band, choir, strings, jazz, piano and guitar.

To find out more about our exciting performance opportunities and competitive scholarships, scan the appropriate QR code below.

2025 TMEA Clinic/Convention SCHEDULE PREVIEW

The following schedule includes 500 events! Learn about clinics and performances in a variety of venues. In between gaining new strategies and getting inspired by amazing performances, you will find incredible deals in our expansive exhibit hall.

Active TMEA members and out-of-state registrants can earn continuing professional education credit during the convention. Almost every clinic and concert event qualifies for CPE credit (which you will complete online after the convention).

LOOK BEYOND YOUR DIVISION CODE

The first code listed on an event is the primary/host division,

and when an event applies beyond that division, other codes follow. Also, review events hosted by the College Division, General Membership, and Technology as these events often apply to multiple divisions. Always look beyond your division code!

B – Band

O – Orchestra

V – Vocal

E – Elementary

C – College

GM – General Membership

T – Technology

TFME – Texas Future Music Educators

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12

GM 11:30 AM – 4:30 PM / MARRIOTT RW SALON ABC

TFAA Roundtable

Presider: Manuel Gamez, Pflugerville ISD, TFAA President

B Noon – 2:00 PM / CC 217 A TMAA Marching Band Judges Workshop

Clinician: Andrew Sealy, Hebron HS, TMAA Marching Band Vice-President

Presider: Greg Countryman, Texas Music Adjudicators Association, TMAA Executive Secretary

TMEA badge not required for entry. $25 registration fee required to attend this workshop. Directors not currently TMAA members may pay in advance at www.txmaa.org or at the door with a credit card.

O 1:00 – 3:00 PM / CC 217 C

TMAA Orchestra Judges Workshop

Clinician: Melissa Livings, Pearce HS, TMAA Orchestra Vice-President

Presider: Greg Countryman, Texas Music Adjudicators Association, TMAA Executive Secretary

TMEA badge is not required for entry. $25 registration fee required to attend this workshop. Directors not currently TMAA members may pay in advance at www.txmaa.org or at the door with a credit card.

GM 1:00 – 9:00 PM / CC REGISTRATION (NORTH LOBBY)

TMEA Convention Registration & Badge Pickup

Register at www.tmea.org/register before January 16 to pay the lowest fee and to expedite your badge pickup. CC Registration is in Exhibit Hall 1, accessed from the convention center North Lobby.

B 1:30 – 4:30 PM / HYATT REGENCY LOS RIOS FOYER

ATSSB All-State Student Registration

Presider: Kenneth Griffin, Association of Texas Small School Bands, ATSSB Executive Secretary

V 1:30 – 3:30 PM / CC 217 B

TMAA Vocal Judges Workshop

Clinician: Kay Owens, TMAA Vocal Vice-President

Presider: Greg Countryman, Texas Music Adjudicators Association, TMAA Executive Secretary

TMEA badge not required for entry. $25 registration fee required to attend this workshop. Directors not currently TMAA members may pay in advance at www.txmaa.org or at the door with a credit card.

C 2:00 – 3:00 PM / DRURY PLAZA HOTEL

TCCBDA All-State Student Registration and Directors Meeting

Presider: Andrew Wright, Grayson County College, TCCBDA President

B 2:30 – 4:30 PM / CC 217 A

TMAA Concert Band Judges Workshop

Clinician: Mike Howard, Leander ISD, TMAA Concert Band Vice-President

Presider: Greg Countryman, Texas Music Adjudicators Association, TMAA Executive Secretary

TMEA badge not required for entry. $25 registration fee required to attend this workshop. Directors not currently TMAA members may pay in advance at www.txmaa.org or at the door with a credit card.

C 3:00 – 6:00 PM / DRURY PLAZA HOTEL

TCCBDA All-State Wind Symphony Seating Auditions

Presider: Andrew Wright, Grayson County College, TCCBDA President

2025 TMEA President’s Concert

Wednesday, Feb. 12, 8 p.m. • Lila Cockrell Theatre

Begin your TMEA convention experience with an extraordinary performance by the Jason Max Ferdinand Singers! This diverse group of professionals, ranging from awardwinning artists to lawyers and professors, performs a wide range of choral literature that speaks to the soul. All tickets are general admission seating. Doors open by 7 p.m.

Purchase $20 tickets as an addon with your convention registration, or go to tmea.org/presidentsconcert to purchase them separately.

Pick up your prepurchased general admission tickets on Wednesday at the Information booth inside convention registration.

Jason Max Ferdinand is the Director of Choral Activities at the University of Maryland, College Park. Ferdinand received his Bachelor of Arts in Piano Performance from Oakwood College (now Oakwood University), his Master of Arts in Choral Conducting from Morgan State University, and his Doctor of Musical Arts in Choral Conducting from the University of Maryland.

GM 3:00 – 4:00 PM / LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

TMEA All-State Student Meeting

Presider: Jesse Cannon II, Fort Worth ISD, TMEA President

TMEA All-State musicians should attend this important meeting to get the latest All-State updates and enjoy an inspirational address and performance.

O B V 3:30 – 5:30 PM / CC 217 C

TMAA Mariachi Judges Workshop

Clinician: Ruben Adame, UIL Region 15 Executive Secretary, TMAA Mariachi Vice-President

Presider: Greg Countryman, Texas Music Adjudicators Association, TMAA Executive Secretary

TMEA badge not required for entry. $25 registration fee required to attend this workshop. Directors not currently TMAA members may pay in advance at www.txmaa.org or at the door with a credit card.

B 4:00 – 4:45 PM / CC 301

All-State Section Rehearsal Leaders Meeting

Clinician: Frank Coachman, TMEA Deputy Director

Presiders: Mike Howard, Leander ISD, TMEA Band Division Vice-President; Jennifer Martin, Fort Worth ISD, TMEA Orchestra Division Vice-President; Joshua McGuire, Rock Hill HS, TMEA Vocal Division Vice-President

Meeting of All-State section rehearsal leaders to pick up All-State student badges and receive information regarding All-State student check-in.

B 4:30 – 5:00 PM / HYATT REGENCY BALLROOM CENTER

ATSSB All-State Student Meeting

Presider: Rodney Bennett, Olney HS, ATSSB President

GM 5:15 – 7:00 PM / CC 220

TMEA State Board of Directors Meeting

Presider: Jesse Cannon II, Fort Worth ISD, TMEA President

GM 5:30 – 6:00 PM / LOCATIONS VARY

TMEA All-State Student Check-In & Badge Pickup

TMEA All-State students will go to the location of their first rehearsal on their ensemble’s schedule (either a sectional or a full rehearsal for Jazz, Percussion, or Mariachi). Each student must present their signed medical release form and code of conduct to obtain their AllState badge and four family concert tickets. Rehearsal locations are in each ensemble’s schedule in the convention app and are listed at the top of the printed All-State forms.

C 7:45 – 9:30 PM / DRURY PLAZA CONFERENCE ROOM 400

TCCBDA Business Meeting

Presider: Andrew Wright, Grayson County College, TCCBDA President

B 8:00 – 8:50 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 1–2

Concert: Texas A&M Univ Kingsville Jazz Band

Conductor: Kyle Millsap, Texas A&M Univ Kingsville

Presider: Mike Howard, Leander ISD, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

GM 8:00 – 9:30 PM / LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

President’s Concert: Jason Max Ferdinand Singers

Presider: Jesse Cannon II, Fort Worth ISD, TMEA President

Enjoy a night of amazing music and inspiration! Assembled from a diverse group of professionals, the Jason Max Ferdinand Singers promises an evening of rich choral literature that speaks to the soul. Purchase $20 general admission tickets when you register or at www.tmea.org/presidentsconcert. Doors open by 7:00 p.m.

School of Music

AT SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY

November 16th, 2024

Voice and All Instruments excluding guitar and piano

January 25th, 2025

Voice and All Instruments excluding guitar, percussion and piano

February 1st, 2025

Voice and All Instruments excluding percussion and guitar

Fall 2024 Spring 2025 AUDITIONS

February 22nd, 2025

Voice and All Instruments excluding piano

March 1st, 2025

Voice and All Instruments excluding guitar and piano

April 12th, 2025

Voice and Percussion non-scholarship

Scan for more information. shsu.edu/music 936.294.1360

Attend the TMEA General Session

Thursday, February 13, 8:00 a.m.

Lila Cockrell Theatre

• Be inspired by the performance of the All-State Symphony Orchestra and Large School Mixed Choir.

• Join educators from across the state in singing TMEA’s anthem, “It All Begins with Music.”

• Enjoy the keynote address by award-winning journalist, radio host, and professional speaker Celeste Headlee.

Arriving in San Antonio Thursday Morning?

You can attend this session and then pick up your badge at Convention Registration.

Celeste Headlee, Keynote Speaker

Celeste Headlee is an award-winning journalist and radio host, professional speaker, and author of the bestselling books We Need to Talk: How to Have Conversations That Matter and Do Nothing: How to Break Away from Overworking, Overdoing, and Underliving. Her TEDx Talk, “10 Ways to Have a Better Conversation,” has been viewed over 23 million times and is one of the 10 most-watched talks posted on TED’s homepage.

In her 20-year career in public radio, Celeste has been the Executive Producer of On Second Thought at Georgia Public Radio and anchored programs including Tell Me More, Talk of the Nation, All Things Considered, and Weekend Edition. She also served as cohost of the national morning news show The Takeaway from PRI and WNYC and anchored presidential coverage in 2012 for PBS World Channel.

As an NPR host and journalist, Celeste has interviewed hundreds of people from all walks of life. Through her work, she has learned the true power of conversation and its ability to bridge gaps or deepen wounds. In a time when conversations are often minimized to a few words in a text message and lack of meaningful communication and dialogue abounds, Celeste sheds a much-needed light on the lost and essential art of conversation.

2025 TMEA CLINIC/CONVENTION

Thursday, February 13

B 6:30 – 8:00 AM / MENGER – MINUET ROOM

ATSSB State Board of Directors Breakfast Meeting

Presider: Rodney Bennett, Olney HS, ATSSB President

B 7:30 AM – 1:30 PM / MARRIOTT RW RIVER TERRACE

Phi Beta Mu Membership Committee Meeting

Presider: Bruce Beach, Membership Committee Chair

The committee will accept testimony between 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

GM 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM / CC REGISTRATION (NORTH LOBBY)

TMEA Convention Registration & Badge Pickup

Register at www.tmea.org/register before January 16 to pay the lowest fee and to expedite your badge pickup. CC Registration is in Exhibit Hall 1, accessed from the convention center North Lobby.

GM 8:00 – 9:45 AM / LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

TMEA General Session

Presider: Jesse Cannon II, Fort Worth ISD, TMEA President

Attend this meeting of the TMEA membership, where you will enjoy a performance by members of the All-State Symphony Orchestra and Large School Mixed Choir and join in singing TMEA’s anthem, “It All Begins with Music.” Award-winning journalist, radio host, and professional speaker Celeste Headlee will deliver the keynote address.

GM 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM / CC EXHIBIT HALL

Exhibit Hall Open

Peruse the TMEA Exhibit Hall, filled with representatives from the music industry and higher education institutions. Find out who will be exhibiting at www.tmea.org/2025exhibitors. When the app is released, be sure to favorite exhibitors you’d like to visit to add them to your quick list.

B O C 9:30 – 10:00 AM / CC BRIDGE HALL

Showcase: Univ of North Texas L–5 Jazz Guitar Ensemble

Director/Organizer: Bailey Ehrgott, Univ of North Texas

This premier jazz guitar ensemble is a dynamic group of five guitarists with rhythm section, and each member contributes their own compositions and arrangements. The L–5 showcases a diverse repertoire of genres that captivate audiences with their talent and expressive performance.

B O C 9:30 – 10:00 AM / CC FOUNTAIN VIEW LOBBY

Showcase: AJA Trio

Director/Organizer: Anne Maker, Univ of Texas at Tyler

This trio of current and past DMA students at the University of North Texas who perform and teach in the DFW area formed in 2024 as they performed Erwin Schulhoff’s Concertino for flute, viola, and double bass. They explore works utilizing the uncommon instrumentation of Schulhoff’s trio in all eras of classical music. The trio is performing Schulhoff’s Concertino and Trio in D Major by J. M. Sperger.

B 9:30 – 10:00 AM / CC NORTH LOBBY

Showcase: Assembly Quartet

Director/Organizer: Adam Estes, Univ of Mississippi

This professional saxophone ensemble will perform an exciting program of music for saxophone quartet from their Pedagogy Project repertoire list, including Frank Ticheli’s Four Shaker Songs, Red Giant by Gala Flagello, Level Up! by Chris Evan Hass, and more.

B C 9:30 – 10:00 AM / CC WEST LOBBY

Showcase: Tarleton State Univ Clarinet Choir

Director/Organizer: Dmytro Perevertailenko, Tarleton State Univ

This clarinet choir will present an exciting program of new and classic repertoire, including Children’s March by Percy Grainger, Prayer for Ukraine by Mykola Lysenko, and Baby Elephant Walk by Henri Mancini.

B 10:00 – 10:50 AM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 1–2

Concert: West Ridge MS Jazz Band

Conductor: Chuck Fischer, Eanes ISD

Presider: Mike Howard, Leander ISD, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

B 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC 214

Clarinet Articulation: Tips from the ICA Pedagogy Committee

Clinicians: Corey Mackey, Texas Christian Univ; Caitlin Beare, Texas A&M Univ Corpus Christi; Joshua Gardner, Arizona State University; Kylie Stultz Dessent, Purdue University Fort Wayne

Presider: Tate Fincher, Clear Creek HS

Crack the code of clarinet articulation! Members of the International Clarinet Association’s Pedagogy Committee will present an in-depth discussion of articulation for every age and ability. You will leave this session with the tools to address air, tongue position, and the mechanics of good articulation.

B 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC 217

Title I: Small School Nuts and Bolts

Clinicians: Steven Rash, Odem HS; Miguel Cabrera, Seale JH

Presider: Charles Cabrera, Robstown HS

Clinicians will present various ideas and experiences in generating success within Title I small schools. Build a program and culture from struggling to succeeding with limited resources. Rash and Cabrera will offer nuts-and-bolts ideas that have worked in real-world situations.

B 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 3

A Conversation with Band Featured Clinician Kevin Sedatole

TMEA Featured Clinicians: Kevin Sedatole, Michigan State Univ; Kerry Taylor, TMEA Past-President, Moderator

Presider: Kim Shuttlesworth, Coppell HS

In this moderated conversation, Sedatole will discuss his professional career, which began in Texas as a middle school band director. Join us for this fun dialogue and to gain musical inspiration and motivation to utilize in your classroom.

B O 10:00 – 11:00 AM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – SEGUIN A

Texas Percussive Arts Society Business Meeting

Presider: Andrew Eldridge, Univ of Texas at Arlington, PAS President

B O V 10:00 – 11:00 AM / LOCATIONS VARY

All-State Rehearsal: Techniques and Best Practices

Observe an All-State clinician/conductor in rehearsal. Rehearsal locations will be in the printed convention program and in the All-State Schedules section of the convention app.

THURSDAY

O 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC 225

Cello Party! Cello Technique Start to Finish

Clinicians: Brett Nelsen, Cinco Ranch HS; Sam Flippin, Northwest ISD

Presider: Barbara Nelsen, Beck JH

Come learn about cello technique at this cello party! With over 50 combined years of teaching experience and cello playing, Nelsen and Flippin will present a session on the skills to get your cello section to the next level. Explore the cello skills that make your orchestra sound mature and more in tune and avoid common problems.

O B 10:00 AM – Noon / CC 221

Larry Livingston Conducting Workshop

Clinician: Larry Livingston, Univ of Southern California

Presider: Sabrina Behrens, Travis HS

Demonstration Group: Reagan HS Orchestra, Sixto Elizondo, Director

Conducting is a skill that can be developed throughout your career, and while being a skilled maestro is not a prerequisite for career success, if you conduct better, they will play better. In this unique opportunity, observe selected middle and high school orchestra directors as they lead the demonstration orchestra. Learn from the feedback they receive from renowned conductor and pedagogue Larry Livingston.

V 10:00 – 10:25 AM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 2–4

Concert: Acton MS Varsity Treble Choir

Conductors: Randall Walters, Acton MS; Emily Ross, Acton MS

Presider: Joshua McGuire, Rock Hill HS, TMEA Vocal Division Vice-President

Presenter: Tammy Clark, Granbury ISD, Assistant Superintendent

Accompanist: Marie Rogers, Pianist

V 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 1

Crossing Octaves: Empowering Trebles to Teach

Tenors/Basses

Clinicians: Kimberly Monzón, Baylor Univ; Alissa Ruth Suver, Baylor Univ

Presider: Kristina MacMullen, Baylor Univ

Treble-voiced choral conductors and studio teachers alike have many considerations when teaching tenor, baritone, and bass voices, including repertoire, modeling, kinesthetic reinforcement, voicing, acoustics, and registration. These topics will be explored from both private voice and choral perspectives, along with practical strategies to apply with confidence in both instructional settings.

E 10:00 – 11:00 AM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR ABC

It Takes a Village: Community-Building & Creative Movement

Clinician: Chelsea Short, Bulverde Creek ES

Presider: Amanda Morris, Bulverde Creek ES

Build community in your elementary music classroom through movement. Go beyond the folk dance with creative movement activities and lessons designed to teach collaborative skills, focus on community-building, and emphasize social and emotional learning while supporting music TEKS.

E 10:00 – 11:00 AM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR DEF

Supporting Multilingual Learners in the Music Classroom

Clinician: Carolyn Sharpe, Macie Publishing Company

Presider: Daija Vanegas, Northside (San Antonio) ISD

Explore the Exhibits

Thursday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. | Friday: 9 a.m.–6 p.m. | Saturday: 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

Over 600 exhibitors from music instrument manufacturers, retailers, fundraising, travel companies, and higher education institutions will exhibit.

Explore their booths to learn more about the latest products and services and to get the best deals.

College Exhibits

Representatives from colleges and universities across Texas and beyond will be exhibiting throughout the convention and during Friday’s College Night (5 p.m.–8 p.m.).

Encourage students who will be at the convention to explore their future. For members considering a graduate degree, this is a great opportunity to learn more and prepare to apply.

THE NELDA HODGES

Young Artist

PRESENTED BY THE ABILENE PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA

Date: April 5, 2025

Location: Abilene, TX

Audition Deadline: March 7, 2025

Scholarships Awarded

WOODWIND, BRASS, PERCUSSION, STRINGS & PIANO STUDENTS

GM 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC 220

How to Speak the Foreign Language of “Administrator”

Clinician: Doug Fulwood, Royse City ISD

Presider: Brent Colwell, Retired

Trying to decipher the foreign language of Administrator can be mind numbingly difficult. Fulwood will provide answers to this dilemma and participants will leave with strategies and solutions for advocacy that can be implemented immediately.

GM 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC LDR (RIVER LEVEL–GROTTO)

Mastering the Interview: Strategies for Success (Session 1)

Clinician: Manuel Gamez, Pflugerville ISD, TFAA President

Presider: Lisa Trittin, Pflugerville ISD

Sponsored by: Texas Fine Arts Administrators

In this comprehensive session, take a deep dive into the art of interview preparation. Get equipped with the tools and techniques needed to shine during every stage of the interview process. Whether you’re a recent graduate entering the workforce or a seasoned professional looking to make a career transition, you’ll gain valuable insights and actionable tips to help you succeed.

T B O V E 10:00 – 11:00 AM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT AB

Teacher Incentive Allotment? MusicFirst Could Be Your Answer

Clinician: Keith Dye, MusicFirst

Sponsored by: MusicFirst

Texas school districts are increasingly participating in the state’s Teacher Incentive Allotment program. MusicFirst, the only fine arts assessment resource listed by TEA, helps districts implement the assessment and documentation of student-learning growth for their TIA programs. Whether seeking performance or knowledge assessments or both, MusicFirst has a solution.

T E 10:00 – 11:00 AM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT CD

Music and Storytelling: Developing Imagination with GenAI Clinician: Le Binh Anh Nguyen, Univ of Cincinnati

Recent advancements in generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) suggest an inevitable shift toward an interdisciplinary approach in art education. Nguyen will explore how combining music, storytelling, and GenAI tools can nurture creativity in children’s group learning environments.

O B 10:15 – 11:00 AM / LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

Concert: JH/MS Full Honor Orchestra –Canyon Vista MS

Conductors: Ragan Whatley, Canyon Vista MS; Jay Hagy, Canyon Vista MS; Emily Hornbake, Canyon Vista MS; Rebecca Click, Canyon Vista MS

Presider: Jennifer Martin, Fort Worth ISD, TMEA Orchestra Division Vice-President

V 10:30 – 10:55 AM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 2–4

Concert: Bonham MS Advanced Men’s Choir

Conductors: Lizabeth Manfredi, Bonham MS; Nakita Vickery, Bonham MS

Presider: Joshua McGuire, Rock Hill HS, TMEA Vocal Division Vice-President

Presenter: Carolyn Terrell, Retired Accompanist: Marcus Bradford, Pianist

B C 11:00 – 11:30 AM / CC BRIDGE HALL

Showcase: Texas State Clarinet Choir

Director/Organizer: Vanguel Tangarov, Texas State Univ

The clarinet choir will present an exciting program with selections from Mozart’s eternal Serenade No. 10 (K. 361) “Gran Partita” arranged for clarinet choir.

B C 11:00 – 11:30 AM / CC FOUNTAIN VIEW LOBBY

Showcase: Univ of Texas at Arlington Clarinet Quartet

Director/Organizer: Cheyenne Cruz, Univ of Texas at Arlington

The quartet will present an exciting and energetic program of modern repertoire for clarinet quartet, including Ignat Krasikov’s Mephisto Dances and John Mackey’s Strange Humors. They will also perform the world premiere of a multi-movement composition by Cheyenne Cruz entitled Aerialisms

B C 11:00 – 11:30 AM / CC NORTH LOBBY

Showcase: Tyler Junior College Trumpet Ensemble

Director/Organizer: Micah Bell, Tyler Junior College

The musicians will perform standard trumpet ensemble repertoire in addition to transcriptions and adaptations of pop music and orchestral works. There will also be world-premiere performances of commissioned trumpet ensemble literature.

B C 11:00 – 11:30 AM / CC WEST LOBBY

Showcase: North Texas Euphonium Quartet

Director/Organizer: Daniel Chapa, Tyler Junior College

The ensemble is proud to present a recital featuring works composed originally for euphonium quartet as well as a few of their own arrangements. The program will include the world premiere of Ian Lester’s Three Minutes Too Late, NiTor EQuus by Takahiro Iwamitzu, Tango Divertido by Ben Horne, and Arioso Gloria by Barbara York arranged by Dr. Vince Kenney.

V 11:00 – 11:25 AM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 2–4

Concert: The Woodlands HS Varsity Treble Choir

Conductors: Patrick Newcomb, The Woodlands HS; Melissa Newhouse, The Woodlands HS

Presider: Joshua McGuire, Rock Hill HS, TMEA Vocal Division Vice-President

Presenter: Ted Landry, The Woodlands HS, Principal

Accompanist: Kristy Cox, Private Instructor

E 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM / MARRIOTT RW SALON EF

Elementary Region Chair Meeting/Luncheon

Presider: Christopher Giles, Mireles ES, TMEA Elementary Division Vice-President

B 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM / LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

Concert: Univ of Houston Wind Ensemble

Conductor: David Bertman, Univ of Houston, Moores School of Music

Presider: Mike Howard, Leander ISD, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

B 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM / CC 214

An Epic Odyssey Teaching Beginning Horn

Clinicians: Karen Houghton, Houghton Horns; Janet Nye, Houghton Horns

Presider: Darlene Janeski, Retired

EXCELLENCE CURIOSITY COMMUNITY

World Class Faculty Includes

Rieko Aizawa, piano

Mariko Anraku, harp

Edward Carroll, trumpet

Eric Cha-Beach, percussion

Elaine Douvas, oboe

Barbara Jöstlein-Currie, horn

Tara O’Connor, flute

LEARN

Satoshi Okamoto, bass

Alec Mawrence, tuba

Gil Shaham, violin

Melissa Reardon, viola

Sasha Romero, trombone

Hugo Valverde, horn

Peter Wiley, cello

Program Offerings

Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Arts, Undergraduate Double Degree

Master of Music, Graduate Instrumental Arts Program

Graduate Certificate, Advanced Performance Studies

intonation accuracy, which is applicable from beginning strings to All-State preparation.

O B 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM / CC 225 Setting Your String Students Up for Success

TMEA Featured Clinician: Charles Laux, Lassiter HS

Presider: Jaime Koran, Clear Lake IS

A string player’s technical setup is crucial to successful string playing. Common technical problems, including posture and right-/left-hand position and their actions will be diagnosed and corrected, using best practices and multiple teaching strategies. Laux will showcase real-world scenarios and solutions via student photos and videos. A variety of resource materials will be shared.

V 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 1

Applying Four Pillars of Leadership: Empathy

Clinicians: Sylvia Garza, Magnolia ISD; Deidre Douglas, Cypress Falls HS; Kay Owens, Retired; Sarah Council, Plano West Sr HS, Moderator

Presider: Travis Baldwin, Veterans Memorial HS

As program and vertical team leaders, high school directors are often responsible for guiding the secondary choral programs in a community. Join the clinicians as they focus on empathy as the foundation of this unique leadership role. Through their experiences, learn how vulnerability, service, and communication have guided their successful careers and how these qualities can enhance your team.

E 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR ABC

Recorder Without Traditional Notation

Clinician: Natasha Thurmon, Boldt ES

Presider: Roxanne Ng, Ellison ES

Learning to play recorder can be challenging for young musicians and doing so while also developing musical literacy can create even more difficulties. Learning about the recorder without traditional notation can help students find success and joy!

E 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR DEF Bringing Stories to Life: A Eurhythmics Approach

Clinician: Steven Robbins, Comal ISD

Presider: Chelsea Waschek-Gaukin, Eiland ES

Stories are brought to life through music, movement, and imagination. Robbins will guide participants through stories and movement from a Eurhythmics perspective. Participants will learn to create stories based on music elements to support and enrich music classroom topics.

E 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS ABC

We All Make Music: Active Inclusion of Special Needs Students

Clinician: Emily Brackney, Forest Vista ES

Presider: Abigail Bilocura, Moore ES

Every child in the elementary music classroom can be an active and successful learner when lessons are structured to facilitate inclusion. Brackney will present ways to teach songs, movement, and instruments that allow all students to be involved. She will also demonstrate modifications for recorder, other instruments, and choir. Strategies to help special needs learners often benefit everyone.

E 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS DEF

Keep the Beat: Make the Rhythm Sticks Groove

TMEA Featured Clinician: Franklin Willis, Vanderbilt Univ

Presider: Michael Vasquez, Reed ES

Get ready to dust off your rhythm sticks and groove with Willis! Rhythm sticks are accessible, strengthen rhythmic reading, enhance coordination, and promote active movement for students in the elementary music classroom. Join in for fun and relevant rhythm stick activities.

C B O V 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM / CC 205

Meaningful and Manageable: Inclusion for Them and You

Clinician: Julie Duty, United Sound

Presider: Richard Crain, Retired

Explore strategies you can implement immediately to help the diverse learners in your ensembles. With a focus on barrier removal, attendees will learn how to make simple modifications that meet individual needs while also balancing the workload facing large ensemble educators.

C B O V 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM / CC 206

Music Therapy and Music Education: Teaming to Support SEL

TMEA Featured Clinician: Kamile Geist, Louisiana State University

Presider: Carter Biggers, Texas Woman’s Univ, TMEA College Division Vice-President

Learn what music therapy is and how music therapists and music educators can work as a team to support social and emotional learning for all children in the music education classroom.

C B O 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM / CC 207

Better Hands for Better Bands: A Conducting Refresher

Clinicians: Brett Richardson, Texas Lutheran Univ; Kyle Glaser, Texas State Univ

Presider: Jim Van Zandt, Enhance the Arts

Whether teaching a high school marching band or middle school concert ensemble, proper conducting technique is a valuable component of the highly effective band director. In this interactive, engaging, and humorous clinic, Richardson and Glaser will provide valuable tips, including ways to improve conducting style and technique, stretch before conducting, refine baton grip, and prepare for time spent on the podium. Bring your batons and be ready to grow as a conductor.

GM 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM / CC 209

TEA Update: Fine Arts and Physical Education Crossover

Clinician: Weston Scholten, Texas Education Agency

Presider: Don Haynes, Retired

Scholten, TEA Enrichment Coordinator, will discuss various highlights of how certain fine arts courses and activities can work to fulfill P.E. curriculum and activity requirements for middle and high school students.

GM 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM / CC 220

Consider a Career in Music: Orchestrating Students Success

Clinician: John Mlynczak, NAMM President and CEO

Presider: Eric Ebel, NAMM, Senior Program Manager

MUSIC THERAPY at the University of Houston

Ed Roth

TMAA Committee on Standards of Adjudication and Performance Practices Meeting

Clinician: James Drew, Fort Bend ISD, TMAA President

Presider: Greg Countryman, Texas Music Adjudicators Association, TMAA Executive Secretary

B 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC 214

Fundamental Tuning and Blending Exercises for Oboe & Bassoon

Clinicians: Sally Bohls, Private Instructor; Jennifer Auerbach, Private Instructor

Presider: Corey Graves, Forney ISD

Demonstration Group: BDBC Players, Sally Bohls, Director Tuning is aural, not visual. To learn how to listen, students need guidance and skill development. Bohls and Auerbach will explain how to get students to be independently responsible for the skills needed to refine their sounds, tune within a section, and develop listening skills for the purpose of blending in an ensemble. A group of players will demonstrate 10 tuning and blending exercises.

B 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC 217

Simplifying Tuba and Euphonium Tone Production at All Levels

Clinician: Kevin Wass, Texas Tech Univ

Presider: John Carroll, TMEA Past-President Low brass players can be limited in their performance and enjoyment of playing by effort-based and physically based instruction that leads to tension and limited expectations. Wass will provide strategies and considerations to simplify teaching basic tone production that can help raise outcomes for students at all levels.

B 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC 220

Texas Jazz Educators Association Meeting

Presider: Matthew Hedrick, Burnett JH, TJEA President

B 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 1–2

The Right Music at the Right Time: Music for Beginning Band

Clinicians: Heather Hoefle, RWS Music Company; Mark Connor, Principia School

Presider: Tamarie Sayger, Dripping Springs ISD Demonstration Group: Sycamore Springs Middle School Wind Ensemble, Jana Galloway, Director Beginning band students require the right level of music at every stage of the steep learning curve in the first year of instruction. Hoefle and Connor will use live excerpts of tried-andtrue beginning band literature to demonstrate how to look beyond publisher grade level to determine the suitability of a piece of music for each level of progress.

B 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 3 Enhancing the Quality and Musical Depth of Your Concert Ensemble

TMEA Featured Clinician: Kevin Sedatole, Michigan State Univ

Presider: Kim Shuttlesworth, Coppell HS

Explore the idea of quality and how it can affect the musical depth within your ensemble. Sedatole will discuss techniques for the development of quality from your musicians and provide examples of how to identify and raise the level of musical depth within the ensemble.

O 1:00 – 1:50 PM / LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

Concert: HS Full Honor Orchestra – Tompkins HS Symphony Orchestra

Conductors: Matthew Porter, Tompkins HS; Stephen Bond, Tompkins HS

Presider: Jennifer Martin, Fort Worth ISD, TMEA Orchestra Division Vice-President

O 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC 221

Perception Is Reality: Create a Program Kids Beg to Join

Clinician: Louanne Greer, Univ of North Texas

Presider: Carmen Briseno, Young JH

Classroom environment and reputation can influence initial enrollment and retention in many ways. Greer will explore some ways to build a positive reputation and create an orchestra program that kids will beg to join and never want to leave!

O 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC 225

Foundational Techniques for Teaching the Mariachi Armonía

Clinicians: Adolfo Estrada, Univ of New Mexico; Adrian Perez, Tucson International Mariachi Conference; Carlos Gutierrez, Mariachi San Antonio; Ismael Alatorre, Mariachi Los Galleros

Presider: Lauryn Salazar, Texas Tech Univ

Master mariachi armonists explore and demonstrate foundational techniques for best practices of the mariachi armonía: harp, guitarrón, vihuela, guitar. Clinicians will guide attendees through the demonstration of three standard pieces that will illustrate skill-building via the canonical repertoire of the mariachi. They will focus on interpretation and musicality from beginner to advanced levels.

V 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 1

Melodies from the Heart: Gospel Warmups for the Choir

Clinician: Robert Gibson, Univ of North Texas

Presider: Derrick Brookins, Denton ISD

Join Gibson as he introduces various styles of gospel music to help educators develop gospel performance practices for their students. The purpose of this session is to rehearse multiple styles of gospel music to develop useful techniques that could be effective for choral singers.

E 1:00 – 2:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR ABC

Texas Orff Chapters Meeting

Presider: Angela Neal, Prestwick STEM Academy, Heart of Texas Orff

With a performance by Prestwick Elementary from Little Elm ISD, Angela Neal, Director.

E V 1:00 – 2:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR DEF

From Elementary Music to Middle School Choir: Strategies for Success

Clinician: Michael Leonas, Denton ISD

Presider: Denise Stephens, Calhoun MS

Are you ready for middle school choir? Do you need refined ideas as a middle school director in your first few years? Leonas will provide warmups and rehearsal techniques previously developed from the Kodály and Orff approaches that can be applied successfully in the middle school choir room. Leonas will share his experience with concert programming and UIL strategies to set the beginning middle school choir director up for success.

E 1:00 – 2:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS ABC

Creating School Culture Through Musical Theatre

Clinicians: Hunter Baen, Hubenak ES; Christy Elam, Hubenak ES; Courtney Hayes, Randle ES; Ashley DeLuna, Lamar CISD

Presider: Laura Brown, Austin ES

Demonstration Group: Hubenak Elementary Show Choir, Hunter Baen, Director

Musical theatre can support a strong community and elementary school culture. The clinicians will review a school year schedule and discuss how to make a production successful on your campus. They will highlight the benefits it has on student development in the classroom and on future opportunities.

E 1:00 – 2:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS DEF

Building Student Voice Through Collaborative Assessment

TMEA Featured Clinician: Leigh Ann Garner, St. Olaf College

Presider: Laura Walsh, Hatley ES

Assessment is an integral part of the elementary music curriculum. How do we invite our students into this process? Garner and session participants will explore repertoire, strategies, and assessment activities that integrate and honor the artistry, responses, and musical independence of young musicians in our classrooms.

C B O V 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC 205

Collaborating with Your School District’s Music Therapist

Clinicians: Elizabeth Chappell, Texas Tech Univ; Della MolloyDaugherty, Texas Woman’s Univ

Presider: Michael Burris, Texas Woman’s Univ

What is the role of a music therapist in a school district? Presenters will discuss the educational training differences between a music therapist and a music educator. Attendees will engage in thinking about how a music therapist might provide support for the successful inclusion of disabled students in classrooms and ensembles.

C B O V E 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC 206

Engage Your Core: Strong Solutions to Sticky Situations

TMEA Featured Clinician: Ann Marie Stanley, Penn State University

Presider: Rebecca West, Texas Woman’s Univ

Discover Core Reflection, a research-based approach to navigating sticky situations with confidence. Learn to tap into your essential core qualities and draw on your strengths to solve challenges like unhappy parents, administrator conflicts, and student disagreements. Gain practical tools to handle difficult conversations authentically and effectively.

C B O V 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC 207

Managing Your Classroom for Success!

Clinician: Joshua Taylor, Timberwood MS

Presider: Andrew Bailey, Kingwood HS

You’ve prepared everything you need for your rehearsals—music selected, seats arranged, decorations are up, and concerts planned— yet your class is absolute chaos! We’ve all struggled with classroom management and how to get the most out of the time we have with students. Taylor will provide ideas, procedures, and strategies to help you gain control of your classroom.

C 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC 209

Creating Courses for a Mariachi Concentra Degree

Clinicians: John Lopez, Retired; Amanda Soto, Texas State Univ

Presider: Michelle Quintero, San Marcos CISD

As public-school mariachi programs spread throughout the state, the need for universities to develop effective courses in mariachi education has increased. The clinicians will present and discuss the crucial elements needed to successfully create and maintain mariachi curriculum at a college or university.

GM 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC LDR (RIVER LEVEL–GROTTO)

Go On: Supporting and Encouraging Trailblazers

Clinicians: LaToya Webb, Towson Univ; Julia L. Baumanis, Rutgers Univ

Presider: Clifton Croomes, Univ of Texas at Austin

Sponsored by: GIA Publications, Inc.

Join the clinicians for an inspiring workshop centered around the collective experiences of 100 women band directors. They will celebrate and amplify the voices of women in the field of music education. With the goal of building true support, community, and understanding, clinicians will guide all musicians and educators to move forward and empower the people in their music classrooms, present, future, and past.

T B O V E C 1:00 – 2:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT AB

The Internet in the Music Classroom: Who Has Access?

Clinician: Corey Sullivan, Texas Tech Univ

Internet-based resources are increasingly becoming a standard in the music classroom. Not all students in the United States, however, have equitable internet access. Sullivan will discuss some of the most common internet-based platforms and services used in music classrooms, exploring benefits, drawbacks, and potential solutions for those with limited access.

T B O V 1:00 – 2:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT CD

Postmodern Band: Creating a Future Pop Ensemble

Clinician: Will Kuhn, TI:ME

What would it look like if students made all the decisions behind a performing ensemble? Learn how to use the latest technology and touring techniques to create an authentically student-led pop music group at your school. Kuhn will cover live sound reinforcement, how DJ sets work, equipment and lighting, and big-picture issues like group philosophy, recruiting, and finding an audience.

B C 2:00 – 2:30 PM / CC FOUNTAIN VIEW LOBBY

Showcase: SHSU Woodwind Faculty Trio

Director/Organizer: Patricia Card, Sam Houston State Univ

This flute, oboe, and clarinet faculty trio will perform a wonderful variety of literature, including standards from the PML and newer works.

B C 2:00 – 2:30 PM / CC NORTH LOBBY

Showcase: Brassical Quintessence

Director/Organizer: Eloy Trevino, Baylor Univ Performers will share classic brass quintet repertoire as well as some fresh arrangements that will be sure to make you dance!

B C 2:00 – 2:30 PM / CC WEST LOBBY

Showcase: Blinn College Flute Studio

Director/Organizer: Jessica Borski, Blinn College

This flute choir will perform a fun program of repertoire for flute choir, including selections of pop music, pieces utilizing extended techniques and Boomwhackers, and the premiere of a new flute choir work by one of the group’s own.

O C 2:00 – 2:30 PM / CC BRIDGE HALL

Showcase: Univ of Texas Rio Grande Valley Mariachi Aztlan

Director/Organizer: Francisco Loera, Univ of Texas Rio Grande Valley

The nationally award-winning mariachi will perform an exciting musical showcase representing the beauty of Mexican Folk music and the impact of the Hispanic cultural traditions through the mariachi genre. They will perform a variety of Mexican regional folk styles to showcase the versatility and beauty of this musical genre.

E 2:00 – 4:00 PM / CC EXHIBIT HALL

Elementary Division – Visit the Exhibit Hall

With no Elementary Division clinics scheduled, these two hours are a great time to visit the exhibits and attend Elementary Division concerts held in Stars at Night Ballroom 2–4. To see who will be exhibiting, go to www.tmea.org/2025exhibitors. When the app is released, be sure to favorite exhibitors you’d like to visit to add them to your quick list.

E 2:15 – 2:40 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 2–4

Concert: Resonance, Steubing Ranch ES

Conductors: Analisa Byrd, Steubing Ranch ES; Melissa Trevino, Steubing Ranch ES

Presider: Christopher Giles, Mireles ES, TMEA Elementary Division Vice-President

B 2:30 – 3:20 PM / LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

The U.S. Army Herald Trumpets: Music for World Events

Clinicians: Jeremy McBride, U.S. Army Band (Pershing’s Own); Aaron Morris, The U.S. Army Band

Presider: Mike Howard, Leander ISD, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

Demonstration Group: The U.S. Army Herald Trumpets, Jeremy McBride, Director

Through live performance, narration, and multimedia, the U.S. Army Herald Trumpets will explore the history of the ensemble, demonstrating fanfares, concert pieces, and showcasing the daily activities of the ensemble, including an official White House arrival ceremony and their appearance at significant national events.

B 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC 214

The Percussion Makeover: Strategies for Improving Engagement

Clinician: Mark Wessels, Mark Wessels Publications

Presider: Steve Wessels, Retired

Sponsored by: GIA Publications, Inc.

We are in the music business and the people business. Rush will describe the synergy created when knowledge, effective communication, musical pedagogy, and establishing a sense of belonging coalesce to produce a culture of excellence. Teaching strategies are the cornerstone of the presentation. Content and context are both important when establishing the habits of a successful band director.

B O V 2:30 – 3:30 PM / LOCATIONS VARY

All-State Rehearsal: Techniques and Best Practices

Observe an All-State clinician/conductor in rehearsal. Rehearsal locations will be in the printed convention program and in the All-State Schedules section of the convention app.

O 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC 225 Score Study for the Busy Orchestra Director

Clinician: Joshua Thompson, Westwood HS

Presider: William Dick, Retired

Does it ever seem like you don’t have time to study the scores you teach? Or does score study feel like drudgery? Or is it, frankly, not important to you? Thompson will tackle these questions by offering practical solutions to make score study more engaging and impactful for your orchestras. Drawing on real-world experience, he will share insights from his work leading a large high school orchestra program.

O 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 1–2

Program Spotlight: The Woodlands HS Chamber Orchestra –Empowering Student Musicianship

Clinicians: Aaron Michaelson, The Woodlands HS; Christian Ponce, The Woodlands HS

Presider: Jennifer Martin, Fort Worth ISD, TMEA Orchestra Division Vice-President

Demonstration Group: The Woodlands High School Orchestra, Aaron Michaelson, Director

Michaelson and Ponce will focus on chamber music as a vehicle for student-centered learning, empowering musicianship, and collaboration. Discover effective strategies to foster creativity, ensemble dynamics,

and performance excellence in your programs to help inspire the next generation of musicians.

V B O 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 1

Recruiting and Retaining Hispanic and Latino/a/x/e Students

Clinician: Ruben Alcala, Fort Worth ISD

Presider: Andrew Rodriguez, North Side HS

Engage in an informative clinic focusing on supporting Hispanic and Latino/a/x/e individuals in music education. Alcala will provide resources and practical methods to enhance support and empower students through culturally responsive teaching practices. Through this clinic, attendees will be better equipped to promote equity, representation, and targeted support for students in their classrooms.

V B O 2:30 – 3:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR ABC

Empowering Dyslexic Students Through Color-Coded Music

Clinicians: Kristin Stewart, Harwood JH; Carren Carlsen, Harwood JH

Presider: Michael Dean, Private Instructor

Dyslexia not only affects a student’s ability to process written information, but it also impacts the musical score (e.g., notes moving or disappearing). Color-coding individual music notes and other music symbols anchors the notes and allows the student to read the music. Students are simply given a different picture to develop the same skills needed to read and perform music. Stewart and Carlsen will discuss why color-coding is an important accommodation and the methodology and mechanics of color-coding.

V 2:30 – 3:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR DEF

Choir on a Dime

Clinician: Lauren Davis, MacArthur HS

Presider: Clinton Blanco, MacArthur HS

Discover valuable tips, tricks, and resources for supporting choral programs on a tight budget. Davis has developed successful programs at five Title I campuses and will share insights from her 14 years of working with and finding resources to help.

V 2:30 – 3:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS ABC

New and True: Finding Music That Fits for Middle School

Clinician: Christine Jones, Young JH

Presider: Denise Eaton, The Docentus Group

PERFORMANCE

OFFERING BACHELOR’S AND MASTER’S DEGREES IN MUSIC EMPHASIZING MUSIC EDUCATION OR PERFORMANCE

February 22

March 1

March 8

April 5 (Instrumental Non-music Majors only)

January audition dates are available upon request. Auditions are required of all entering and transferring music majors and minors.

C B O V E 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC 205

I Was Just Assigned a Student Teacher, Now What?

Clinician: Kelly Desjardins, Rodriguez MS

Presider: Kassandra Osborne, Rodriguez MS

Have you been assigned a student teacher for the first time, or perhaps you have worked with them for years and never knew exactly what to do? Desjardins will walk you through a process to help guide, nurture, and shape our future music educators. Timelines, guided questions, first meetings/expectations, development of strengths, and overcoming weaknesses will be discussed.

C E 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC 206

Keep a Beat: Teaching Strategies for Early Childhood Music Education

TMEA Featured Clinician: Kamile Geist, Louisiana State University

Presider: Danielle Woolery, Texas Woman’s Univ

Teaching early childhood educators how to use music strategies appropriately when interacting with their students is important to support developmental, safe, and healthy best practices. Learn about emerging research that supports the need for music interactions in the early childhood classroom, practice teaching some of the techniques, and learn how you could integrate this curriculum within your music education teaching practices in early childhood.

C B O V E 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC 207 Student Teaching 101: A Guide to Maximizing Your Experience

Clinicians: Philip Flynn, North East ISD; Rebecca Lakes, Eisenhower MS; Sixto Elizondo, Reagan HS

Presider: Gavin Magee, Reagan HS

Student teachers from universities across the country enter our Texas band, choir, orchestra, and elementary music classrooms every year, and they do not always possess the skills to advocate for themselves and to get the most out of their student-teaching placement. The clinicians will share experiences and information that will empower student teachers to maximize their experience.

GM 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC 220

Gaining Community Support to Advocate for Your Music Program

Clinician: Lisa Michaels, Bandology

Presider: Jordan Dolotina, Lake Belton MS

Parents and community members have significant power when advocating for the music program. As an experienced music education advocate (and music parent), Michaels will share ways to engage parents to create a supportive community. Learn different approaches to relationship-building, information sharing, and utilizing parent support. Leave with the tools to revitalize your music program.

GM 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC LDR (RIVER LEVEL–GROTTO)

Tuning Our Mental Models for a More Connected Future

Clinician: Thymai Dong-Sheehan, Innervate2Educate Consulting, LLC, Founder/Owner

Presider: Shane Goforth, North Shore Sr HS, TMEA President-Elect

Hosted by the TMEA IDEA Committee: As the world of education grows more complex, affirming and expanding who we are as humans must be the cornerstone of transformative systems change. To best serve students, we can learn to understand our identities and inescapable human interconnectedness. We must commit to adapting our mental models to make space for all, because all belong and all deserve dignity.

T B O V E C 2:30 – 3:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT AB

Goodbye Paper, Hello ForScore

Clinician: Jesse Fry, Trekorda

Dive into digitizing music and working with a digital library. ForScore is the proven industry standard app for rehearsing and perform-

ing from digital scores and is available in the Apple app store. For the best learning experience, bring an iPad with ForScore installed. Learn the best tips and shortcuts to integrate this technology in your classroom seamlessly.

T B O V 2:30 – 3:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT CD

Let Them Cook: Creating Original Music Beyond Samples

Clinician: Thomas Greenlee, Prosper ISD

Explore the interplay of traditional composition and sample use in music production. Greenlee will offer strategies for guiding students in composing, arranging, and producing music beyond samples. Learn techniques, teaching methods, and ways to boost engagement. Discover how to integrate samples while fostering student creativity and ownership.

E 2:45 – 3:10 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 2–4

Concert: Voice of Taylor Choir, Taylor ES

Conductor: Teresa Graham, Taylor ES

Presider: Christopher Giles, Mireles ES, TMEA Elementary Division Vice-President

E 3:15 – 3:40 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 2–4

Concert: Keller ISD 5th/6th Grade Honor Choir

Conductors: Theresa Pritchard, Vista Ridge MS; Lauren Garcia, Indian Springs MS; Sarah Holland, Indian Springs MS

Presider: Christopher Giles, Mireles ES, TMEA Elementary Division Vice-President

B C 3:30 – 4:00 PM / CC BRIDGE HALL

Showcase: Univ of Texas Rio Grande Valley Tuba/ Euphonium Ensemble

Director/Organizer: Scott Roeder, Univ of Texas Rio Grande Valley

This is one of the premier collegiate tuba/euphonium ensembles in the country. They will present a diverse program featuring transcriptions and original music composed for the ensemble, including music from popular movie soundtracks that feature the tuba and euphonium in virtuosic and lyrical roles.

B C 3:30 – 4:00 PM / CC FOUNTAIN VIEW LOBBY

Showcase: Cypress Winds Clarinet Quartet

Director/Organizer: Mae Gremillion, Retired

This quartet of lifetime clarinet players performs a variety of musical styles, including classical, jazz, swing, and blues. The program will include the third movement from Uhl’s Divertimento, written in 1942 in the form of a conventional concerto. They will also perform jazz pieces including You’ve Got a Friend in Me, Lady Be Good, and The Charleston

B C 3:30 – 4:00 PM / CC NORTH LOBBY

Showcase: Castle Brass

Director/Organizer: Gary Poffenbarger, Univ of Texas at San Antonio

This dynamic brass ensemble delivers captivating performances, blending traditional and contemporary techniques. Our program highlights the versatility and expressive potential of the brass quintet. Members teach at UTSA, Trinity University, and TLU, and include performers from the San Antonio Philharmonic and former military personnel.

B 3:30 – 4:00 PM / CC WEST LOBBY

Showcase: Robert Vela HS SaberCat Flute Club

Director/Organizer: Cassandra Sanchez, Vela HS

This flute club was established as an outreach program to create peer-mentorship learning opportunities between Robert Vela HS “SaberCats” and its feeder programs. The ensemble will present a celebration of Native, Latin, and American-inspired flute music, including Echoes in the Wind “A Native American Soliloquy” by Phyllis Avidan Louke and La Lune et Les Etoiles by Catherine McMichael.

C B O V E 3:30 – 5:00 PM / CC WEST REGISTRATION

College Division Research Poster Session

Presider: Amy Simmons, Univ of Texas at Austin

Selected authors present their research at this informal session where attendees can learn about the research and discuss applications to music teaching. Presenters will be listed in the convention program and in the convention app.

B 4:00 – 4:50 PM / LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

Concert: Univ of Texas at El Paso Wind Symphony

Conductor: Andrew Hunter, Univ of Texas at El Paso

Presider: Mike Howard, Leander ISD, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

B 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC 206

Showcase: Trio 21Meter60

Director/Organizer: Magali Tricoche, Buffet Crampon USA

This trio of the top professional tubists in Germany will present a virtuosic program of original compositions and transcriptions specifically written for the group.

B 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC 207

Empowering the Next Generation of Female Band Directors

Clinicians: Jerianne Larson, Univ of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Amy Woody, Univ of North Texas; Christi Blahnik, Univ of Michigan; Julia Hartnett, Yough Intermediate MS

Presider: Amanda Petro, Leander HS

In the ever-changing wind band landscape, empowering and providing mentorship for the next generation of female band directors is imperative. This panel of experienced female band directors will discuss how to best support your students and provide exceptional mentorship.

B 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC 217

A Band Director’s Guide to Beginning Woodwinds

Clinician: John Denis, Texas State Univ

Presider: Jordan Stern, Texas State Univ

Setting beginners up for success is one of the most important aspects of building a strong band program. Dr. Denis brings years of beginning woodwind instruction experience to this clinic, which will include practice guidance for setting up embouchures (including live demonstrations), teaching articulation, and addressing the common pitfalls of beginning woodwind instruction.

B 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 1–2

Those Pesky Problems of Pitch

Clinicians: Donald Lefevre, West Texas A&M Univ; Gary Garner, Retired; Russ Teweleit, West Texas A&M Univ

Presider: John Carroll, TMEA Past-President

Demonstration Group: WTAMU Winds, Donald Lefevre, Director

The clinicians will offer a variety of ways to help students learn to recognize what they need to do to match pitch, what the tendencies of their respective instruments are, and how to compensate for them. Attendees will learn how the suggested approaches work. The presenters will demonstrate pragmatic methods of addressing and solving intonation problems.

B 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 3 Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal Strategies

Clinician: Noe Marmolejo, Univ of Houston, Moores School of Music

Presider: Richard Thomas, Angleton HS

Rehearsal techniques for middle school and high school jazz ensemble must reflect the history of recorded materials. Without a robust listening focus, we will miss out on the historical and stylistic intent. Marmolejo will discuss warmups, tuning, stylistic concepts, articulation, improvisation, and historical references.

B O V 4:00 – 5:00 PM / LOCATIONS VARY

All-State Rehearsal: Techniques and Best Practices

Observe an All-State clinician/conductor in rehearsal. Rehearsal locations will be in the printed convention program and in the All-State Schedules section of the convention app.

O B V 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC 221

We Tell Students to Go Home and Practice. Do They Know How?

TMEA Featured Clinician: Charles Laux, Lassiter HS

Presider: Christopher Frank, Poteet HS

Do you spend too much time rehearsing the same passages day after day? We all want our students to practice, but do they really know how? Equip yourself with a toolbox of practice strategies that can help students become motivated, confident, effective, and autonomous practicers. Laux will discuss and demonstrate a variety of technology tools that assist with practicing.

O 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC 225 Sick and Tired of Being Sick and Tired?

Clinicians: Ann Smith, Plano East Sr HS; Bryan Buffaloe, Clear Lake HS

Presider: Mariana Garcia Loeza, Plano East Sr HS

Are you tired of being sick and tired? Smith and Buffaloe will take a holistic look at five fundamental aspects of life to enrich, engage, and uplift directors to a high level of health and well-being. Attendees will come to an understanding of the value and impact these five factors have in their lives. It is time to stop being sick and tired!

V 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 1 Applying Four Pillars of Leadership: Resilience

Clinicians: Dianne Brumley, Retired; Betsy Cook Weber, Univ of Houston, Moores School of Music; A. Jan Taylor, Retired; Sarah Council, Plano West Sr HS, Moderator

Presider: Travis Baldwin, Veterans Memorial HS

You entered the choral music classroom full of passion and purpose, but the day-to-day reality has stolen your zeal. You’re not alone! The clinicians will bring their years of experience to discuss the triedand-true, the joys, and the challenges of teaching choral music for the long haul.

E 4:00 – 5:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR ABC Mixing It Up with Children’s Lit

Clinicians: Sandy Lantz, West Music Co; Gretchen Wahlberg, West Music Co

Presider: Laura Walsh, Hatley ES

Sponsored by: Romeo Music

The world of wireless microphones can feel like a realm of mystery, filled with unpredictable technology. Fear not, intrepid explorer! Unangst and Mills will demystify wireless microphone technology and its applications. More importantly, they’ll equip you with the skills to identify, diagnose, and resolve the challenges you may encounter when integrating wireless systems into your setups.

B 5:15 – 6:00 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 3

Band Division Business Meeting

Presider: Mike Howard, Leander ISD, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

Attend this annual meeting of the TMEA Band Division membership. Enjoy a performance by the U.S. Army Herald Trumpets, get TMEA updates, and participate in the future of our association.

O 5:15 – 6:00 PM / CC 221

Orchestra Division Business Meeting

Presider: Jennifer Martin, Fort Worth ISD, TMEA Orchestra Division Vice-President

Attend this annual meeting of the TMEA Orchestra Division membership. Stay updated and participate in the future of our association through this important gathering.

V 5:15 – 6:00 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 1

Vocal Division Business Meeting

Presider: Joshua McGuire, Rock Hill HS, TMEA Vocal Division Vice-President

E 5:15 – 6:15 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS ABC

Elementary Division Business Meeting

Presider: Christopher Giles, Mireles ES, TMEA Elementary Division Vice-President

With a performance by Central Elementary School Treble Makers Orff Ensemble (Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD), Kaitlin Troutman, Director.

C 5:15 – 6:00 PM / CC 206

College Division Business Meeting

Presider: Carter Biggers, Texas Woman’s Univ, TMEA College Division Vice-President

Join College Division colleagues from across the state for this annual meeting of our division when we will cover important business for our division and enjoy a brief presentation by John Mlynczak, President and CEO of NAMM.

V 6:00 – 6:45 PM / CC 220

TCDA Business Meeting

Presider: Leigh Ann McClure, Dallas Baptist Univ, TCDA President-Elect

B 6:30 – 7:30 PM / CC 209

Women Band Director International Texas Chapter Meeting

Presider: Luzviminda Pascasio, Jones MS, WBDI Texas President

Bobby Francis conducts a performance in VCCH with the TCU Wind Symphony and TCU Mariachi Sangre Royal.

B 6:30 – 7:30 PM / CC 214

Trombone Boot Camp: Strategies to Improve Your Trombones

Clinician: Billy Gayman, Texas State Univ

Presider: Anna Bush, Rouse HS In teaching, communication of information to the student is key. Gayman will provide examples of ideas, exercises, and terminology that have proven to be effective in teaching all levels of trombone.

B 6:30 – 7:30 PM / CC 217

Double Time: Utilizing Doublers in a Jazz Setting

Clinician: Alfonso Alvarado, San Antonio ISD

Presider: Ronnie Rios, Harlingen HS South

Demonstration Group: Sandra Day O’Connor Jazz Ensemble

Instrumental activities provide students with the opportunity to display a pedagogical understanding of how to implement their doubling skills through jazz performance. Alvarado will provide techniques, strategies, and jazz concepts that can be utilized in any practical classroom setting.

B 6:30 – 7:30 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 3

Flex Your Ensemble Muscle: Everything Flex Can Do for You

Clinicians: Jeffrey Malecki, Univ of San Diego; Andrew David Perkins, Apollo Music

Presider: J.J. Sanchez, Tidehaven HS

Demonstration Group: Members of UTSA Bands, John Zarco, Director Arrangements for flexible instrumentation have recently gained in popularity. To maximize a well-crafted performance, Malecki and Perkins will discuss intentional and creative part assignments, resulting in robust pedagogical potential and additional musical nuance. A live demonstration of how to as well as how not to will reinforce key concepts and give participants a chance to explore their own possibilities.

B 6:30 – 7:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – SEGUIN A American School Band Directors Association Business Meeting

Presider: Travis Smith, ASBDA State Chair

O B 6:30 – 7:20 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 1–2

Concert: Mariachi Oro, McAllen HS

Conductor: Alex Treviño, McAllen HS

Presider: Jennifer Martin, Fort Worth ISD, TMEA Orchestra Division Vice-President

O 6:30 – 7:30 PM / CC 221

The Texas Fiddle Clinic

Clinicians: Wesley Barlow, Texas Fiddle Clinic; Anna Macias, Lake Travis HS

Presider: Edward Ellsworth, Katy JH

Demonstration Group: The Lake Travis Fiddlers, Anna Macias, Director Instrumental activities help provide students unique perspectives on the skills and knowledge they already posses. Creative teaching concepts empower instructors to explore new approaches when planning lessons, providing innovative methods that enhance student engagement and retention in their programs.

O 6:30 – 7:30 PM / CC 225

String Instrument Maintenance for the Classroom Teacher

Clinician: Sarah Harris, Tidwell MS

Presider: Gary Keller, Byron Nelson HS

Empowering teachers with basic instrument maintenance and repair skills can help keep more instruments in service, mitigate budget constraints, and make orchestra less cost-prohibitive for underprivileged students. Harris will discuss preventative measures such as cleaning, changing strings, fine tuner installation, bridge adjustments, and more.

V 6:30 – 7:30 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 1

What’s Your Vibe? Culture and PR in the Choir Program

Clinician: Christopher Fiorini, Bridgeland HS

Presider: Rachel Fiorini, Cypress Creek HS

Culture is everything in a productive choir classroom. Creating a healthy, positive, and inclusive environment for students to sing is paramount to having a thriving choral program. Fiorini will discuss tactics and ideas for creating such an environment while also maintaining a healthy relationship with administrators, parents, and the community.

E 6:30 – 7:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR ABC

Move Your Body: 1, 2, Step

Clinician: Lesley Dennis, King ES

Presider: Amy Peterson, Ault ES

Symposium Symposium

V 7:00 – 7:25 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 2–4

Concert: Marble Falls HS Chorale

Conductors: Bryce Gage, Marble Falls HS; Clark Stanley, Marble Falls HS

Presider: Joshua McGuire, Rock Hill HS, TMEA Vocal Division Vice-President

Presenter: Patrick Hinson, Marble Falls HS, Principal

V 7:30 – 7:55 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 2–4

Concert: Shadow Creek HS Varsity Tenor-Bass Choir

Conductors: Frankie Espinoza, Shadow Creek HS; Jennifer Gallagher, Shadow Creek HS

Presider: Joshua McGuire, Rock Hill HS, TMEA Vocal Division Vice-President

Presenter: Betsy Cook Weber, Univ of Houston, Moores School of Music

Accompanist: Sheila Keyes, Shadow Creek HS

E 7:45 – 8:45 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR ABC

Dance and Play the Irish Way!

Clinicians: Susan Keeble, Lincoln Trail Elementary; Rachel Aupperle, Ridgeview CUSD #19

Presider: Amy Peterson, Ault ES

Participants will sing, dance, and generate their own musical accompaniment in this hands-on session exploring the beautiful folk music of Ireland. Keeble and Aupperle will model the process of creating an aesthetic experience that’s appropriate for both the classroom and evening programs.

E 7:45 – 8:45 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR DEF

Are We Playing a Game Today? Yes!

Clinician: Kelly Orr, Stribling ES

Presider: Amber Woods, Frazier ES

Do your students always ask, “Are we going to play a game today?” The answer should always be yes! Refresh your curriculum, or overhaul it, with what you will learn in this session that promises to be fun, interactive, and practical. Discover transformative games for your music classes that will have even your oldest students begging for just one more!

E 7:45 – 8:45 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS ABC

Drumming and Movement for PreK–Grade 2 and Special Needs Students

Clinician: Mary Knysh, Rhythmic Connections

Presider: Kristian Holmes, Passmore ES

Sponsored by: Rhythm Band Instruments, LLC

Rhythm and movement activities can positively influence brain chemistry, enhance students’ well-being, and nurture developmental skills. Learn brain-based drumming and movement activities specifically designed for young and special needs students. Knysh will share a toolkit of sequential lesson plans, strategies, and activities designed to bring joy, creativity, and developmental benefits to students.

E 7:45 – 8:45 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS DEF

It’s a Musical World: Travel the World Through Song

Clinician: John Jacobson, Musicplay USA

Presider: Beth Seaman, The Village ES

Explore the music, movement, and customs of countries around the world. Join Jacobson for a “feets-on” clinic that will teach you how to travel the world with your students without ever leaving the classroom. Learn songs, games, and dances from around the world, including folk dance, lines dances, and classroom games.

B 8:00 – 8:50 PM / LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

Concert: Texas Tech Univ Symphonic Wind Ensemble

Conductor: Sarah McKoin, Texas Tech Univ

Presider: Mike Howard, Leander ISD, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

B O V 8:00 – 9:00 PM / LOCATIONS VARY

All-State Rehearsal: Techniques and Best Practices

Observe an All-State clinician/conductor in rehearsal. Rehearsal locations will be in the printed convention program and in the All-State Schedules section of the convention app.

O 8:00 – 10:00 PM / THE FRIENDLY SPOT

Texas Orchestra Directors Association Reception

Presider: Sundas Mohi-Truong, Klein Cain HS, TODA President

V 8:00 – 8:25 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 2–4

Concert: Klein Cain HS Chorale

Conductors: Austin Dean, Klein Cain HS; Michelle Hank, Klein Cain HS

Presider: Joshua McGuire, Rock Hill HS, TMEA Vocal Division Vice-President

Presenter: Tim Vaughn, Retired

Accompanist: Nathan Lange, Kleb IS

V 8:30 – 9:05 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 2–4

Concert: Abilene Christian Univ A Cappella Chorus

Conductor: Jeffery Goolsby, Abilene Christian Univ

Presider: Joshua McGuire, Rock Hill HS, TMEA Vocal Division Vice-President

Presenter: Dianne Brumley, Retired

Accompanist: Yuan Lin, Abilene Christian Univ

B 9:30 – 11:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR ABC

Phi Beta Mu Alpha Chapter Business Meeting

Presider: Bruce Beach, Phi Beta Mu Alpha Chapter President

GM 9:30 – 11:00 PM / CC 217

Kappa Kappa Psi / Tau Beta Sigma Sing

Presider: Elizabeth Pineiro, Brabham MS, Southwest District Governor

Sponsored by: Tau Beta Sigma Alumni Association

GM 9:30 – 11:00 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 1–2

Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Sing

Presider: Kevin McNerney, Collin College

Guest Conductor: Shawn Lewis

Accompanist: John C. Schmidt

GM 9:30 – 11:00 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 1

Mu Phi Epsilon Sing

Presider: Isabel De La Cerda, Collier ES, South Central 4 District Director

GM 9:30 – 11:00 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 2–4

Sigma Alpha Iota Sing

Presider: Brittnee Simone, Private Instructor

2025 TMEA CLINIC/ CONVENTION DETAILS

• February 12–15, 2025

• Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio

• $70 early registration fee for active TMEA members until January 16

• 315 clinics, 100 performances, 1,500 exhibit booths

• Wednesday preconference of music technology clinics

• Active TMEA members and out-of-state registrants earn CPE credit

IMPORTANT DATES

January 14: TMEA hotel reservation cancellation deadline

January 16: Deadline to pay Early Registration fees:

• Online registration paid by credit card

• Emailed registration forms (P.O.) must be received by January 16

• Mailed registration forms/checks must be postmarked by January 16

January 22: Last day to utilize the TMEA housing reservation system to book a hotel

January 31: Technology Preconference online registration deadline

January 31: Upper-level School Administrator registration deadline

February 13: TMEA General Session, 8 a.m., Lila Cockrell Theatre

February 14: 5:15 p.m. TMEA Division Business Meetings

February 15: 5:15 p.m. TMEA Region Meetings

THURS–SAT ALAMODOME PARKING

Daily parking is available at the Alamodome for entry before 5 p.m. Each standard passenger vehicle will be charged $15 upon entrance to the lot (cards only). The rate increases after 5 p.m. The lot is about a half-mile walk to the center, and free shuttle service is available to the North Lobby (3 buses, 1 will be wheelchair accessible).

David Bertman, Conductor

Congratulations to the UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON WIND ENSEMBLE on their TMEA 2025 Performance!

Thursday, February 13, 2025 | 11:30am Lila Cockrell Theatre

Congratulations to Our UH ALUMNI

6A Honor Band

Aaron Brown & Lou Boldrighini, Dawson High School

Invited Choirs

Austin Dean, Klein Cain High School Chorale

Frankie Espinoza & Jennifer Gallagher, Shadow Creek High School Tenor-Bass Choir

Invited Elementary Ensembles

Madeline Virden, Frisco ISD Elementary Honor Choir

Aimee Ingalls & Laura Bush Music Makers, Laura Bush Elementary School

Program Spotlight

Madeline Gregory, Oak Ridge High School

UH Faculty Presenter

Noe Marmolejo, “Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal Strategies”

To learn more about the Moores School of Music at the University of Houston, please visit our website!

2025 TMEA CLINIC/CONVENTION

Friday, February 14

GM 7:00 – 7:45 AM / CC 206

Fellowship of Christian Musicians Breakfast Meeting

Presider: Rory Davis, Freeman HS

This meeting is open to all. Join us for a short time of praise, worship, prayer, and encouraging fellowship, with a free, light continental breakfast.

GM 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM / CC REGISTRATION (NORTH LOBBY)

TMEA Convention Registration & Badge Pickup

Register at www.tmea.org/register before January 16 to pay the lowest fee and to expedite your badge pickup. CC Registration is in Exhibit Hall 1, accessed from the convention center North Lobby.

C B O V E 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM / CC WEST REGISTRATION

College Division Research Poster Session Display

Presider: Amy Simmons, Univ of Texas at Austin

The research selected for the annual College Division Research Poster Session will remain on display for review. Posters will be listed in the convention program and in the app.

B TFME 8:30 – 9:20 AM / LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

Concert: Marcus HS Percussion Ensemble

Conductor: Kennan Wylie, Marcus HS

Presider: Mike Howard, Leander ISD, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

B 8:30 – 9:30 AM / CC 214

Redefining Excellence in a Changing Landscape

Clinician: Jason Schayot, Berkner HS

Presider: Craig Needham, Arlington ISD

A music program’s culture mirrors the culture that exists within the fine arts staff. It reflects back to us how we define success. Shayot will offer specific tools and strategies to shape and maintain staff culture with intentionality, flexibility, and responsiveness, defining excellence for the music program from the inside out.

B 8:30 – 9:30 AM / CC 217

What We Didn’t Know: Solutions from Experience

Clinicians: Eric Chen, Danielson MS; Caleb Santacruz, Haltom HS; Brittany Dacy, Westwood HS; Katherine Norris, Henry MS

Presider: Bryan Christian, Retired

Composed of educators with varied years of experience, this panel will present the knowledge they wish they had earlier in their teaching careers. Through discussing culturally relevant and applicable solutions, the clinicians aim to further equip and empower young educators.

B TFME 8:30 – 9:30 AM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 1–2

Program Spotlight: M. B. Lamar MS Band – A Successful Program Without Borders

Clinicians: San Juanita Rodriguez, Lamar MS; Fabian Reyes, Lamar MS; Alberto Martinez, Lamar MS

Presider: Shane Goforth, North Shore Sr HS, TMEA President-Elect

Demonstration Group: Lamar Middle School Band, San Juanita Rodriguez, Director

The clinicians will explore the fundamental skills and concepts essential to building a thriving middle school band program. Emphasis will be placed on intentionality—ensuring that every decision, from rehearsal structure to ensemble development, is purposeful and goaloriented, breaking through limitations and achieving success.

B 8:30 – 9:30 AM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 3

The “Right Way” Isn’t the Only Way

Clinician: Chloe Washington, Oglethorpe Charter School

Presider: Bennett Parsons, League City IS

Musicians are often taught a specific way to play an instrument. There is a right way to hold an instrument, to produce tone, or to teach band for example. However, the right way often caters to neurotypical musicians and excludes those with special needs. Washington will provide examples of teaching strategies, modifications, and accommodations for students with special needs in instrumental ensembles. Using these methods can help create a more inclusive ensemble.

O 8:30 – 9:30 AM / CC 221

Sightreading 101: Creating Independent String Musicians

Clinician: David Pope, Baldwin Wallace Univ

Presider: Raquel Rodriguez, Plano Sr HS

Sponsored by: Alfred Music

Teaching students to become independent musicians is vital to an individual’s success and that of the ensemble. Pope will share strategies and scaffolding techniques that develop musicians’ sightreading ability through skill isolation and multitasking by implementing rote exercises, printed materials, and technology into rehearsals.

Almost every performance and clinic featured in this magazine is eligible for continuing professional education credit. After the convention, those eligible for CPE credit can complete their CPE credit record online.

FRIDAY

O TFME 8:30 – 9:30 AM / CC 225

Cultivating a Music Classroom of Belonging

Clinicians: Aline Moore, Lebanon Trail HS; Jocelyn Ho, Centennial HS

Presider: Paul Vanderpool, Lebanon Trail HS

Moore and Ho aim to assist teachers in enhancing their cultural competence and implementing culturally responsive pedagogy for diverse student populations. They will provide directors with instructional strategies, repertoire suggestions, seating practices, and various resources to promote transformative arts experiences.

V TFME 8:30 – 9:30 AM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 1

Applying Four Pillars of Leadership: Vision

Clinicians: Ashley Dame, Wylie East HS; Amy Moore, Salyards MS; Seini Mila, Watauga MS; Courtney Wilson, Hays MS, Moderator

Presider: Kelly Flores, Rowlett HS

Embark on an inspiring journey exploring the seamless transition from middle school to high school choral programs. Discover how to develop a vibrant culture that nurtures relationships, fosters collaboration, and ignites a passion for music-making. The clinicians will equip attendees with the tools to transform any choir into a thriving, harmonious ensemble that celebrates both tradition and progress.

E 8:30 – 9:30 AM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR ABC

Stories That Sing

Clinician: Angela Leonhardt, Hidden Forest ES

Presider: Chelsea Short, Bulverde Creek ES

Participants will explore ways to use diverse children’s literature appropriate for 3rd–5th-grade students to explore musical composition, movement, improvisation, and ostinato patterns.

E 8:30 – 9:30 AM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR DEF

Nurturing Student Ownership with Composition and Performance

Clinician: Lucas Schoppe, Davis ES

Presider: Elizabeth Hankins, Retired

Scaffolded composition can be an engaging and meaningful process that leads to K–5 student ownership in the music classroom. Attendees will leave with a series of plans, immediately applicable in their classroom, regardless of student age or ability, teacher experience, or classroom resources, for the creation of a student-composed musical or similar public-facing performance.

E 8:30 – 9:30 AM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS ABC

What’s New at QuaverMusic?

Clinician: Graham Hepburn, QuaverEd

Presider: Erik Garcia, M.M., Thornton ES

Sponsored by: GIA Publications, Inc.

Incorporation of Dalcroze methods into public-school instruction can be a joyful, exciting, and engaging way to foster natural musical instincts in our students. Be ready to move with recognized Dalcroze leaders Neely and Molinaro as they share some practical activities, philosophies, tools, and techniques that invite all teachers to create meaningful musical moments for their students.

C B O V E TFME 8:30 – 9:30 AM / CC 205

If You’re Happy and You Know It, Then You Learn

Clinician: Robert Duke, Univ of Texas at Austin

Presider: Sarah Allen, Southern Methodist Univ

All children, at any stage of development, are capable of doing some things truly beautifully, given the right structure and supports, yet many music students seldom if ever reach a point in their own musicmaking where they, in their own perception, nail it. This session is about creating those experiences, both during rehearsals and classes and, importantly, during individual practice.

C B O V 8:30 – 9:30 AM / CC 206

“Conexion Latina”: Empowering Music Education

Clinicians: Daniel Gonzalez, Tyler HS; Yvonne Garcia, Chapel Hill (Tyler) ISD; Sergio Olivares, Bullard MS

Presider: Sherry Poteet, Retired

Conexion Latina directors Gonzalez, Garcia, and Olivares take a deep dive into the importance of creating equitable learning environments for all students. They will focus on recruiting and retaining Hispanic/ Latinx students, fostering positive bonds with students, parents, and community, embracing diverse music-making with a more diverse music educator workforce, and championing inclusivity and excellence in music education.

C B O TFME 8:30 – 9:30 AM / CC 207

There Is Enough Time: Planning Effective Rehearsals

Clinician: Ingrid Martin, Conducting Artistry

Presider: Paula Crider, Retired

Sponsored by: Romeo Music

Your ensemble sounds great, but does that translate through your sound system? What more can be done to invite the audience into every detail you work on as a group? With his experience as a technology specialist, Unangst will explore equipment choices and mix techniques to ensure the best of every student is heard.

T B O V E C 8:30 – 9:30 AM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT CD

Makerspace Retro: Reviving Older Music Technology

Clinician: Herbert Midgley, Stephen F. Austin State Univ

Join us on a journey to recycle technology and create music in your makerspace. Midgley will cover how to use out-of-date computers, MIDI equipment, and software to allow users in makerspaces to create music and podcasts. Often, school districts have many older laptops that could be converted to music production stations with some free or inexpensive software connected to MIDI controllers.

B.M. in Performance

B.M. in Music Composition

Classical and Film & Game Scoring

B.M. in Music Education

B.M. in Music Therapy

B.A. in Music

GRADUATE MUSIC DEGREES

M.M. in Conducting

M.M. in Performance

M.M. in Music Education

M.M. in Music Composition

M.M. in Musicology

M.M. in Theory Pedagogy

Artist Diploma

Performer’s Diploma

Study with Dallas Symphony Orchestra Faculty at SMU

SMU Auditions 2024-25: December 7, February 1, February 8 & February 22

Our SMU Meadows Division of Music students do it all— start their own ensembles and companies, perform on and off campus, win commissions for new works, and more, all under the guidance of faculty members who are symphony principals, international concert artists, composers, recording artists, authors and researchers. At SMU Meadows many students double major, study abroad and make a difference in the world. Learn more at smu.edu/music.

GM 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM / CC EXHIBIT HALL

Exhibit Hall Open

B 9:30 – 10:00 AM / CC BRIDGE HALL

Showcase: Socorro HS Clarinet & Woodwind Choir

Director/Organizer: Rebeca Monreal, Socorro HS

The ensemble is thrilled to bring its unique musical perspective to the TMEA convention. Their program will include a thoughtfully curated selection of pieces representing both the traditional clarinet choir repertoire and original works by Mexican composers.

B 9:30 – 10:00 AM / CC FOUNTAIN VIEW LOBBY

Showcase: Woodland Winds

Director/Organizer: Susan Daniell, Bear Branch ES

This professional wind quintet will perform a variety of pieces from standard quintet repertoire to orchestral and pop transcriptions.

B C 9:30 – 10:00 AM / CC NORTH LOBBY

Showcase: Lantana Trio

Director/Organizer: Raquel Samayoa, Univ of North Texas

This trio of the University of North Texas brass faculty will present an exciting program of new repertoire for brass trio by underrepresented composers.

B 9:30 – 10:00 AM / CC WEST LOBBY

Showcase: Akins HS Saxophone Ensemble

Director/Organizer: Mary Zapchenk, Akins HS

This ensemble will present a variety of jazz and classic repertoire, including Allegro De Concert, Second Suite in F, and The Entertainer

B 10:00 – 10:50 AM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 3

Exploring Rehearsal Techniques and Musical Ideas Through Grainger’s Lincolnshire Posy

TMEA Featured Clinician: Kevin Sedatole, Michigan State Univ Presider: Kim Shuttlesworth, Coppell HS

Demonstration Group: University of Houston Wind Ensemble, David Bertman, Director

Sedatole will present different musical options and techniques from a variety of movements of Grainger’s masterwork. He will present ensemble techniques and musical ideas that can be applied to literature and rehearsal environments within your band hall.

B 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC 214

Building Bassoonists from Beginners to Beyond

Clinicians: Andrea Gonzalez, Danielson MS; Jessica Gonzales, Four Points MS; Alexander Onieal, Central Texas Philharmonic

Presider: Amy Allison, Canyon Ridge MS

Building your bassoonists from the ground up is essential in giving them confidence and success on their journey. Through the combined yet differentiated perspectives of three bassoon specialists, Gonzalez, Gonzales, and Onieal will offer starting points for the beginner year, guidance on equipment, and sequencing and exercises to develop and refine young players.

PROGRAMS

Church Music

Music Business

Music Education

Vocal Performance

Worship Technology

B 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC 217

Building Your Percussion Program from the Ground Up

Clinician: Jeffery Ausdemore, Retired

Presider: Brian Zator, East Texas A&M Univ

Demonstration Group: Ausdemore All Stars

Drawing from his esteemed career, Ausdemore will cover beginning pedagogy, building percussion culture, curriculum development, and his “portrait of a senior” concept. Regardless of your percussion experience, you will gain valuable insights to utilize with your percussion students.

B 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 1–2

30 Performance Tips for Concert Band

Clinician: Robert Sheldon, Alfred Music

Presider: Kyle Norris, Vandegrift HS

Demonstration Group: Reagan High School Wind Ensemble, Brett Nelson, Director

Sponsored by: Alfred Music

Watch a band in a rehearsal setting and gain 30 tips that will be taught to the ensemble in real time. Leave this clinic with concrete examples of how to improve your ensemble’s performance and how to teach these skills with positivity while improving musicianship.

B O V 10:00 – 11:00 AM / LOCATIONS VARY

All-State Rehearsal: Techniques and Best Practices

Observe an All-State clinician/conductor in rehearsal. Rehearsal locations will be in the printed convention program and in the All-State Schedules section of the convention app.

O TFME 10:00 – 10:45 AM / LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

Concert: JH/MS String Honor Orchestra – Rice MS

Conductor: Emily De La Torre, Rice MS

Presider: Jennifer Martin, Fort Worth ISD, TMEA Orchestra Division Vice-President

O 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC 221

Teaching Musicianship: Expression, Musicality, and Technique

Clinician: Kristen Pellegrino, Univ of Texas at San Antonio

Presider: Sundas Mohi-Truong, Klein Cain HS

The UIL Orchestra Concert Evaluation Rubric has three categories: Tone, Technique, and Musicianship. Pellegrino will offer rehearsal strategies to help your middle and high school string orchestra students address aspects of UIL’s definition of musicianship: conveying an artistic, energetic, and emotional understanding of the music to the audience; shaping phrases and giving direction to musical lines; and more.

V TFME 10:00 – 10:25 AM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 2–4

Concert: Smithfield MS Varsity Tenor/Bass Choir

Conductors: Jennifer Crawford, Smithfield MS; Hannah Fox, Smithfield MS

Presider: Joshua McGuire, Rock Hill HS, TMEA Vocal Division Vice-President

Presenter: Seini Mila, Watauga MS

Accompanist: Daria Kiseleva, Texas Christian Univ

■ Faculty who focus on undergraduates

■ 16 ensembles, with national and international ensemble touring opportunities

■ Degrees in music education, performance, and composition

■ Master of Arts in Teaching, a 5th year program with a full year of student teaching and 100% job placement (25 consecutive years)

■ Located in culturally vibrant San Antonio

■ Study Abroad opportunities

E 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC 220

Kodály Educators of Texas General Membership Meeting

Presider: Jason Mincy, Navasota HS, KET President

With a performance by Cornerstone Elementary School (Fort Bend ISD), Joshua Arnoldy, Director and Cinnamon Dove, Assistant Director

E 10:00 – 11:00 AM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR ABC Kids with Autism Can!

Clinicians: Sandy Lantz, West Music Co; Gretchen Wahlberg, West Music Co

Presider: Raquel Guerrero, Carson ES

Sponsored by: GIA Publications, Inc.

Why do we throw ourselves—heart, soul, and bodies—into a relentlessly demanding profession? Because music can touch our souls in a way that nothing else can. Every day brings the potential for sharing the joy of high achievement. Crider has enjoyed over 50 years of successful teaching and will share practical and inspiring ways to take students beyond the notes.

O 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM / CC 225

Mariachi Voice: The Magic Behind the Process

Clinician: Frank De Leon, Simon MS

Presider: Carlos Maldonado, Chapa MS

Demonstration Group: Mariachi Los Camperos de Simon By embracing our vulnerable tendencies in the vocal classroom, they can be overcome. This can be made simpler with a proactive approach, executed with fidelity. De Leon will discuss sequential daily five-minute warmups that serve as an ear training conservatory for every student. As if magically, students can develop their ears to identify and sing basic and complex intervals, melodies, chords, and harmonies. Attendees will learn innovative methods that will make their work seem easier.

O TFME 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 1–2

Program Spotlight: Richardson West JH Orchestra – We’re All in This Together

Clinician: Angela Sledge, Richardson West JH

Presider: Jennifer Martin, Fort Worth ISD, TMEA Orchestra Division Vice-President

Demonstration Group: Richardson West Junior High Orchestra

Students come to West JH from across Richardson ISD, arriving with a variety of backgrounds and needs. Sledge will discuss and the orchestra will demonstrate how their strong vertical team approaches beginner pedagogy, ensemble fundamentals, and creating aligned curriculum that supports each stage of students’ musical development, from sixth through twelfth grades.

V TFME 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 1

Applying Four Pillars of Leadership: Trust

Clinicians: Adriana Arango Torrez, Fossum MS; Marianna Simpson, Parker ES; Vicky Suarez, Dealey Montessori Academy; Courtney Wilson, Hays MS, Moderator

Presider: Kelly Flores, Rowlett HS

Join the clinicians on an exciting road trip as they chart the course from elementary to middle school choral programs! Attendees will be guided through creating a vibrant classroom culture that builds trust, enhances teamwork, fosters leadership, and ignites a passion for choral singing. Fasten your seatbelt for a session full of insights and tools to elevate your program and lay a solid foundation for young singers.

E 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR ABC

Write It Yourself! Composition Basics for Elementary Music

Clinicians: Felipe Rosales, Corey Fine Arts/Dual Language Academy; Elyse Kahler, Houston Community College-Central

Presider: John Wayman, Univ of Texas at Arlington

Is there that one TEKS requirement for which you struggle to find the repertoire to teach? Why not write some music yourself? No matter your previous composing experience, Rosales and Kahler will provide tools for starting or continuing to write music for your elementary classroom. From piggyback songs to full-scale Orff/choir pieces, attendees will leave with confidence to begin composing!

E 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR DEF

Move to Learn: Harnessing the Wiggles in the Primary Grades

Clinician: Kristine Olson, Private Instructor

Presider: Erik Garcia, M.M., Thornton ES

Conceptual musical knowledge begins with the body. Experience primary-age activities that utilize body percussion, simple drumming patterns, creative movement, and dance within the playful context of storytelling. These activities are designed to build musicality and artistry.

E 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS ABC

Nurturing Musicianship in Our Lyrical Little Ones

TMEA Featured Clinician: Leigh Ann Garner, St. Olaf College

Presider: Heather Cole, Evers ES

Music educators have the opportunity to engage their students in active music-making, rooted in a sequential curricular structure, while fostering skills in singing, part work, innerhearing, memory, improvising, and creating. Garner will lead participants in an exploration of this process for teaching grades K–2.

E 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS DEF

Orffin’ Around: Everyday Rhythmic Connections

Clinician: Chelsea Cook, OrffRageous Publications, LLC

Presider: Matthew Trevino, Roan Forest ES

Sponsored by: Romeo Music

Like it or not, as the music educator, you are a de facto audio person in your building. Instead of fearing that role, learn more and take your program or performance to the next level. Unangst will offer a handson crash course on choosing audio equipment, physically setting up the system, and achieving a nice, natural sound through the sound check process. Also learn how you can help develop practical skillsets in your students.

T C 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT CD

Innovative Teaching in Piano Learning Apps

Clinician: Le Binh Anh Nguyen, Univ of Cincinnati

While the pandemic introduced unexpected challenges for in-person music instruction, the commercial sector saw a surge in the popularity of music learning apps. Nguyen will examine four innovative piano apps and their technology-driven approaches to teaching music fundamentals. Attendees will gain tips on enhancing instructional videos, sightreading, group teaching, and pop music instruction.

V Noon – 1:45 PM / MARRIOTT RW SALON D

Vocal Region and Area Chairs Luncheon

Presider: Joshua McGuire, Rock Hill HS, TMEA Vocal Division Vice-President

B C 12:30 – 1:00 PM / CC FOUNTAIN VIEW LOBBY

Showcase: Solstice Duo

Director/Organizer: Shannon McDonald, Texas Woman’s Univ Flutist Jacob Wright and clarinetist Shannon McDonald will offer music to highlight the beauty and mystery of the world. Labyrinth (2020), by Theresa Martin (b. 1979) is a multi-movement piece depicting the wonder of the Grand Canyon. The duo will also premiere a piece by composer Stephen Ryan Jackson.

B C 12:30 – 1:00 PM / CC NORTH LOBBY

Showcase: Texas Tech Horn Octet

Director/Organizer: Christopher Smith, Texas Tech Univ

This horn octet will present an exciting and varied program of repertoire, from newly published pieces to standard repertoire of the past.

B 12:30 – 1:00 PM / CC WEST LOBBY

Showcase: Just Winds

Director/Organizer: Christopher Monasmith, Legacy HS

Enjoy a modern and diverse program, consisting of works by Piazzolla, Ewazen, Maslanka, and Coleman, performed by this woodwind quintet of educators and performers from across the DFW Metroplex.

B 12:30 – 2:00 PM / MARRIOTT RW TRAVIS

TMEA/TJEA Region Jazz Coordinators Luncheon

Presider: Matthew Hedrick, Burnett JH, TJEA President

B 12:30 – 2:15 PM / MARRIOTT RW SALON EF Band Region and Area Chairs Luncheon

Presider: Mike Howard, Leander ISD, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

O 12:30 – 2:00 PM / MARRIOTT RW BOWIE

Orchestra Region Chairs Luncheon

Presider: Jennifer Martin, Fort Worth ISD, TMEA Orchestra Division Vice-President

V 12:30 – 1:00 PM / CC BRIDGE HALL

Showcase: Marcus HS Fusion A Cappella

Director/Organizer: Wesley Davis, Marcus HS

This nationally recognized vocal ensemble will present a dynamic program showcasing the diversity of the contemporary a cappella genre. Literature will showcase both solo and group driven literature to inspire schools of all types and sizes to experience contemporary a cappella.

C 12:45 – 2:15 PM / MARRIOTT RW VALERO College Region Chairs Luncheon

Presider: Carter Biggers, Texas Woman’s Univ, TMEA College Division Vice-President

B TFME 1:00 – 1:50 PM / LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

Concert: Class 1A/2A Honor Band – Tenaha HS Band

Conductor: Brian Sours, Tenaha HS

Presider: Mike Howard, Leander ISD, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

B 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC 214

Historical Development of Literature for the Trombone Choir

Clinician: Nathaniel Brickens, Univ of Texas at Austin

Presider: Chris Pulley, Belton MS

Demonstration Group: University of Texas-Austin Trombone Choir

This clinic/concert by the UT Austin Trombone Choir, winners of the 2023 Remington International Trombone Choir competition, will demonstrate the trombone choir’s rich heritage and the wide variety of music available for the ensemble. The performance will showcase the instrument’s 17th-century ancestor (the sackbut) and the complete modern trombone family.

B 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC 217

Band BFFs: Preparing PML Grades 2 and 3

Clinicians: Laura Bell, Stafford MS; Katherine Lewis, Maus MS

Presider: Chris Brown, Kimbrough MS

Clinicians Bell and Lewis will go through some of the most popular and attainable grade 2 and 3 pieces on the Texas PML. They will guide attendees through the preparation process, including instrumentation and rhythmic considerations, tuning issues, proven effective teaching strategies, and more! Let these Band BFFs help make your music selection and preparation less complicated!

B TFME 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 1–2

Program Spotlight: Oak Ridge HS Band – Authentically Sound

Clinicians: Jerriald Dillard, Oak Ridge HS; Madeline Gregory, Oak Ridge HS

Presider: Shane Goforth, North Shore Sr HS, TMEA President-Elect

Demonstration Group: Oak Ridge High School Band, Jerriald Dillard, Director

Dillard and Gregory will share how they have cultivated musically authentic experiences in their band hall over the years. Through the use of singing in fundamentals, emphasis on chamber music, and selection of traditional band literature, students of all backgrounds and abilities can have a holistic and authentic musical experience.

B 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 3

The Elephant in the Room: Why Staff Members Don’t Get Along

Clinician: Jolette Wine, Fort Worth ISD

Presider: Dick Clardy, Fort Worth ISD

Let’s start the conversation on the importance of director teams getting along and maintaining healthy and productive relationships. How do we build trust, respect, and admiration for each other? Do we understand our responsibility in finding and feeding each other’s strengths? Wine will offer a strategic and thoughtful analysis to help attendees learn how to better utilize each other’s strengths.

O B 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC 221

Balance: Reaching the Top or Simply Finding Joy?

TMEA Featured Clinician: Charles Laux, Lassiter HS

Presider: Penelope Meitz, Retired

Rediscover your passion for teaching by hearing real stories of perseverance through adversity and practical strategies to help teachers find balance in life and work. Teaching is a demanding profession that can sometimes lead to burnout, a loss of enthusiasm, and even a career change. Laux will share strategies to maintain a healthy work-life balance and find renewed joy in string teaching.

O TFME 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC 225

String Intonation: A Perception–Action Approach

Clinician: Lisa Burrell, Lone Star College - Montgomery

Presider: Jennifer Hillen, Klein HS

Do you feel a knot in your stomach when you see intonation on a comment sheet? Do you face beginners every year who are afraid to sing? Do your violins play in tune as a section but struggle to listen across the orchestra? Learn an approach from sports science that teaches students to perceive (listen, feel, see) and react in variable contexts so they can become intonation chameleons.

V TFME 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 1

There’s No Place Like Tone

Clinician: Heather Orr, Montgomery HS

Presider: Denise Eaton, The Docentus Group

Demonstration Group: Montgomery Madrigals

Learn how to implement voice-building techniques in the classroom and how to transfer these techniques to the music. Orr will demonstrate a systematic approach to teaching breath management and vocal technique so you can maximize your choir’s true potential.

E 1:00 – 2:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR ABC

Co-Teaching in the Kodály Classroom

Clinicians: Rachel Hamann, Creekview ES; David Horn

Presider: Michael Vasquez, Reed ES

Demonstration Group: Creekview Elementary First Graders, Rachel Hamann, Director

Hamann and Horn will begin with a short review of their partnership and career and then put their words into action as they lead a group of students through a co-taught Kodály lesson. Q&A time will be included, and educators and administrators alike are encouraged to attend. Become part of the new co-teaching revolution!

E 1:00 – 2:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR DEF Selecting Elementary Choir Music: An Instrumentalist’s Perspective

Clinician: Rebecca Puckett, Sunset Valley ES

Presider: Courtney Surface, Ridgeview ES

Puckett will provide strategies for teachers who studied instrumental music and now find themselves teaching elementary choir. She will discuss types of choral literature and a variety of ideas on how to teach choral pieces. Leave equipped to search for literature and be confident in presenting it to your choir.

E 1:00 – 2:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS ABC

What’s the Big IDEA? Teaching Students About Neurodiversity

Clinicians: Analisa Byrd, Steubing Ranch ES; Bethany Nicely, Vineyard Ranch ES

Presider: Jennifer Alfaro, Blattman ES

Sponsored by: Rhythm Band Instruments, LLC

Neurodivergent behaviors are often misunderstood by younger students, and this can lead to a confusing learning environment. Byrd and Nicely will explore commonly misunderstood neurodivergent behaviors and review an engaging lesson based on the book Big, Big Feelings, which identifies and defines neurodivergent behaviors in a kid friendly way. Develop a better understanding of inclusion, diversity, equity, and access as it pertains to neurodivergent learners and gain a wealth of ideas on how to support them.

E 1:00 – 2:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS DEF

Run the World: Empowerment Through Beyoncé’s Music

TMEA Featured Clinician: Franklin Willis, Vanderbilt Univ

Presider: Matthew Trevino, Roan Forest ES

Discover how to integrate Beyoncé’s music into lessons, exploring her Texan roots, vocal methods, and empowering messages and learning to use drums, tambourines, and xylophones to teach rhythm and coordination. Blend singing, playing instruments, and movement for an engaging learning atmosphere.

C 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC 205

Creating Positive Self-Efficacy with Young Musicians

Clinician: Jeff Bellgardt, Mount Enterprise HS

Presider: Claire Murphy, Stephen F. Austin State Univ

Self-efficacy is an individual’s belief in their capacity to execute behaviors necessary to produce specific performance attainments. Research has shown that students with high self-efficacy are better motivated, eager, and willing to put in the work to become successful musicians. Bellgardt will give specific techniques and strategies on how to build strong self-efficacy in music students.

C B O V E TFME 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC 206

Choose Your Own Adventure in Music Teaching and Learning

TMEA Featured Clinician: Ann Marie Stanley, Penn State University

Presider: Samuel Hood, Texas Woman’s Univ

Preservice teachers: Life, including the job market, may send you on unexpected adventures! Learn how to adapt and thrive in any teaching setting by exploring the concept of transfer. Discover how to repurpose your university skills and knowledge for new contexts. You

will be given strategies to intentionally structure your learning and coursework now, so you are ready to choose your adventure later.

C 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC 207 Conquer the TExES EC–12 Music Exam

Clinician: Eric Branscome, East Texas A&M Univ

Presider: Michael Burris, Texas Woman’s Univ

Although there are multiple paths to becoming a music teacher, there is one final door through which we all must pass—the TExES! In this session, participants will take a mock TExES test and use it as a model for test preparation and study strategies in each of the TExES domains. Bring a pencil and take copious notes. This will be on the test!

GM 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC 220

Program & Principal Partnership: In Tune with Administration

Clinicians: Thomas Macias, Thornton MS; Kate Kargbo, Thornton MS

Presider: James Drew, Fort Bend ISD

A music program’s success is contingent on the support of the principal. Drawing from diverse experiences, Macias and Principal Kargbo will share their journey in building a collaborative relationship. Get empowered to foster positive partnerships with your campus administration by gaining strategies for effective communication and collaboration.

GM TFME 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC LDR (RIVER LEVEL–GROTTO) Women in Leadership: Empowering Women

Clinicians: Kim Blann, Keller ISD; Amy Francis, Grand Prairie ISD; Karen Marshall, Killeen ISD; Paulette Tomlinson, Tomball ISD

Presider: Kim Blann, Keller ISD

Sponsored by: Texas Fine Arts Administrators

Through engaging discussions, interactive activities, and real-world examples, participants will gain valuable insights into the qualities and skills that define effective female leaders. Whether you’re aspiring to climb the corporate ladder, seeking to make a difference in your community, or simply looking to enhance your leadership abilities, attend and be inspired to lead with confidence and integrity.

T E 1:00 – 2:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT AB MusicCraft: Creating Digital Games to Engage Young Musicians

Clinician: Mary Eleanora Fimbel, Promesa Academy Charter

Finding it challenging to engage upper elementary or middle school general music classes? Learn to utilize game design technology and principles to transform your music curriculum into exciting adventures sure to captivate even the most skeptical learners. In this dynamic session, Fimbel will share innovative examples and methods to elevate your lessons, increasing learner agency and engagement.

B O V E 1:00 – 2:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT CD

How to Create Play-Along Videos with Scrolling Notation

Clinician: Katie Argyle, Midnight Music

Play-along videos with scrolling notation provide an effective way for your students to learn music. Discover how to create play-alongs using free software Soundslice, which provides easy and quick navigation, drag across notes to create a loop, and slow down, transpose, or solo parts. Learn how to create/import scores, synchronize the score to the video, and share the videos with students.

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B 2:00 – 2:30 PM / CC FOUNTAIN VIEW LOBBY

Showcase: Voyager Reed Quintet

Director/Organizer: Timothy Hanley, Univ of Houston, Moores School of Music

This quintet was formed in Brooklyn, New York, in the summer of 2022, inspired by the mission of the Golden Record on NASA’s Voyager Spacecraft. The quintet will present a diverse program consisting of selections from their 2024–2025 season, including new works for reed quintet as well as arrangements of some classics.

B C 2:00 – 2:30 PM / CC NORTH LOBBY

Showcase: West Texas A&M Univ Pinnacle Brass Quintet

Director/Organizer: Aubyn Nall, West Texas A&M Univ

The ensemble will present an exciting program of new and classic repertoire for brass quintets, including a wide range of genres and musical selections.

B 2:00 – 2:30 PM / CC WEST LOBBY

Showcase: Prickly Pear Clarinet Ensemble

Director/Organizer: Tyler Guzmán, MacArthur HS

The professional ensemble will perform several selections from the PML. These pieces will include Night in Ole San Antone by Carol Brittin Chambers and written for clarinet quartet, Chorale and Danza by Vaclav Nelhybel and written for clarinet choir, and Italian in Algiers by Giacomo Rossini and arranged by Harold Palmer.

V 2:00 – 2:30 PM / CC BRIDGE HALL

Showcase: Barbers Hill HS Swing Choir

Director/Organizer: Nikki Taleno, Barbers Hill HS

This choir sings a variety of styles and genres of music from jazz to country western and contemporary a capella. Each singer has a microphone, and every song is fully choreographed. The group will showcase music new and old!

E 2:00 – 4:00 PM / CC EXHIBIT HALL

Elementary Division – Visit the Exhibit Hall

E 2:15 – 2:40 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 2–4

Concert: Laura Bush Music Makers

Conductors: Aimee Ingalls, Bush ES; Audra Smith, Bush ES

Presider: Christopher Giles, Mireles ES, TMEA Elementary Division Vice-President

B 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC 214

ATSSB General Membership Meeting

Presider: Rodney Bennett, Olney HS, ATSSB President

B 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC 217

From Ground Zero: Building & Maintaining an Urban Program

Clinician: Keavon Runnels, Austin HS

Presider: Donavier Mosley, Willowridge HS

Learn to visualize, plan, create, and build a program in an environment where fine arts are often unsupported. Runnels will discuss marketing, community involvement, recruit-

ment, and other methods to foster a positive band culture from ground zero. Learn how to keep students involved in the program through maintaining a positive culture that counters the challenges of many Title I schools.

B 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 1–2

Unlocking Artistry: Elevating Performance in Young Bands

Clinicians: Jennifer Bergeron, Walsh MS; Stone Wang, Walsh MS; Jack Wilds, Texas State Univ

Presider: Jeremy Spicer, SASI - The Leadership People, LLC

Demonstration Group: Walsh Middle School Honor Band, Jennifer Bergeron, Director

Come observe the benefits to performers and listeners when students fully execute the artistic elements of a piece. Wilds will discuss score interpretation techniques that can be used to create student success. Bergeron and Wang will share tools that teach students to exaggerate contrast, interpret note groupings, unlock artistry, and read beyond the surface, even in grades 0.5–2 music.

B 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 3

Musical Opportunities in Grades 1–3 Wind Literature

TMEA Featured Clinician: Kevin Sedatole, Michigan State Univ

Presider: John Carroll, TMEA Past-President

Demonstration Group: University of Texas at El Paso Wind Symphony, Andrew Hunter, Director

Sedatole will explore musical opportunities within a variety of grades 1–3 wind literature. Throughout this clinic, he will present ensemble techniques and musical ideas that can be applied to ensure a high level of musicianship within all levels of literature.

Mary Knysh: Dru MM i N g & Move M e N t For Pre-K–grade 2 and special Needs students thursday, Feb. 13th 7:45pm – 8:45pm texas ABC

Analisa Byrd: Wh At’s the Big i D e A? teaching students About Neurodiversity Friday, Feb. 14th 1:00pm – 2:00pm texas ABC

Kristin Pugliese t ools AND t oys: using everyday items to Create Music together Friday, Feb. 14th 1:00pm – 2:00pm texas ABC b e a Part of s o M ething sP ecial at e very c linic!

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O TFME 2:30 – 3:20 PM / LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

Concert: HS String Honor Orchestra – Plano West Senior HS

Conductor: Ryan Ross, Plano West Sr HS

Presider: Jennifer Martin, Fort Worth ISD, TMEA Orchestra Division Vice-President

O 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC 221

I Have Mariachi Method Books, Now What?

Clinicians: John Nieto, Brackenridge HS; Raymond Nieto, Twain Dual Language Academy MS; Jairo Salazar, Irma Marsh MS

Presider: Daniel Loudenback, San Antonio ISD

Demonstration Group: Mariachi Aguila - Brackenridge HS, John Nieto, Director

Sponsored by: GIA Publications, Inc.

Ball will provide an overview of what a successful beginning strings class can look and sound like, with detailed strategies that teachers can immediately implement in their classrooms. She will present strategies within four main topics: Setting Students Up for Success, Teaching Tone, Tonal and Rhythmic Literacy, and Musicianship/ Music-Making.

V 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 1

Pop A Cappella for All: Rehearsal Strategies & More

Clinicians: Leia Browning, Rockwall HS; Wesley Davis, Marcus HS

Presider: Renee Wilson, Rockwall ISD

Demonstration Group: Fusion, Wesley Davis, Director

Whether you make it a class or a club, contemporary a cappella can be transformative for your choral program. Learn about starting and maintaining a group, rehearsal methods, and opportunities for growth. Get your questions answered by Davis and Browning, who have been leading successful a cappella programs for over 10 years.

V 2:30 – 3:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR ABC

KoroNation: A Culturally Informed Filipino Reading Session

Clinicians: Roger David, Michigan State Univ; Kyra Stahr, Univ of Miami

Presider: Michael Murphy, Stephen F. Austin State Univ

As Filipino choral music gains popularity in conferences and all-state programs, providing ensembles with pertinent geography, history, diction, and composer knowledge is essential. Participants will be introduced to pieces and receive diction coaching through David’s Choral Allyship Framework for performing music from other cultures in informed ways.

V 2:30 – 3:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR DEF When Voices Aren’t Enough: Collaborating Choirs with Instruments

Clinicians: Derrick Brookins, Denton ISD; Denise Guilbert, Plano Community Band

Presider: Cheryl Wilson Janasak, Retired

The clinicians will focus on collaborative rehearsal and performance technique suggestions for a successful experience between your choral ensemble and invited instrumental colleagues. Brookins and Guilbert will discuss finding and hiring, proper compensation, conducting gestures, score study, where to physically place the instrument among the ensemble, and more.

V 2:30 – 3:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS ABC

We Built This City on Candy and Chaos: Sixth-Grade Boys Choirs

Clinician: Tommie Trinh, First Colony MS

Presider: Bradley Acree, Kahla MS

Leading sixth-grade boys choirs can be a struggle. It often seems like nothing fits—repertoire, classroom management, or rehearsal techniques. Trinh will explore methodologies you can integrate with this unique age group so you and your boys can feel proud of the work they do in class. Happy sixth-grade boys choirs lead to strong tenorbass choirs!

V 2:30 – 3:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS DEF

Still Golden: Golden Age of Mexican Choral Music Now

Clinician: Eladio Valenzuela, Andress HS

Presider: Joe Estala, San Antonio ISD

Valenzuela will provide foundational insights into the choral music of Colonial Mexico (1575–1775), which is crucial to understanding the development of choral music, not only in Mexico, but also in the Americas. He will feature historical timelines, listening examples, and public-domain scores for attendees to sing along. He will review existing playlists and resources for further research and use. Included in the session will be a brief history of music education in Mexico, Texas, and the Southwest.

C B O V E 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC 205

Sensory Friendly Concerts for Your School Community

Clinician: Caroline Hand, Univ of Oklahoma

Presider: Paul Thomas, Texas Woman’s Univ

Sensory Friendly Concerts create an environment where people with sensory sensitivities and other disabilities can experience a concert in a way that best meets their needs. Attendees will discover simple steps to implement a Sensory Friendly Concert in their school or community, with little to no extra time commitment from you or your students.

C E 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC 206

Music Strategies to Support STEM in Early Childhood Ed

TMEA Featured Clinician: Kamile Geist, Louisiana State University

Presider: Della Molloy-Daugherty, Texas Woman’s Univ

Developmental music behaviors and music-based curriculum are the foundation for STEM learning in early childhood education. While there is a wealth of literature on developmental music competence for children in early childhood education, there is little connection between what is natural for young children musically and how it connects to STEM. Attendees will learn how these two areas support each other.

C B O 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC 207

Connecting Your Students with Living Composers

Clinicians: Cathy Likhuta, Freelance Composer; Nicholas Williams, Univ of Georgia; Brandon Houghtalen, Univ of Texas at El Paso

Presider: Carter Biggers, Texas Woman’s Univ, TMEA College Division Vice-President

Enrich your students’ experience (and yours!) by engaging with living composers. Including a Q&A with Ukrainian/Australian composer Cathy Likhuta, the clinicians will describe strategies to incorporate the perspective of living composers in your class/rehearsal room.

C 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC 209

Inclusive Education in the Private Music Studio

Clinician: Shannon McDonald, Texas Woman’s Univ

Presider: Danielle Woolery, Texas Woman’s Univ

In recent years, the number of students receiving special education services has grown, and lesson teachers are now more likely to encounter students with special needs. McDonald will help attendees recognize and accommodate learning differences in their students and provide pedagogical strategies to help students with special needs experience success in lessons.

GM 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC 220

Understanding the TMEA Invited Ensemble

Application Process

Clinicians: Dinah Menger, Texas Fine Arts Administrators; Moses Simon, Roma HS; Joseph Bonura, PSJA Southwest ECHS

Presider: Joshua McGuire, Rock Hill HS, TMEA Vocal Division Vice-President

Menger, Simon, and Bonura will provide insights into the TMEA Invited Group application and selection processes for choir, jazz ensemble, percussion ensemble, and mariachi ensemble.

T B O V C 2:30 – 3:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT AB

Recording Techniques for Dummies

Clinicians: Scott Roeder, Univ of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Jason Mitchell, Univ of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Need to create a high-quality recording for yourself or a student but you don’t have the experience or equipment? Roeder and Mitchell will present simple and easy ways to produce high-quality recordings using a variety of recording technology that is easy to use and won’t break the bank. Learn to record in any setting with great results.

T B O V E 2:30 – 3:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT CD

Google Can Do All That?

Clinician: Michelle Sisler, Keys to Imagination LLC

Learn how to use Google Drive (free) to create interactive PDFs, drag-and-drop worksheets, clickable choice boards, auto-corrected worksheets, forms, and more!

E 2:45 – 3:10 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 2–4

Concert: Jenks ES Choir

Conductors: Mary White, Jenks ES; Debra Herrera, Jenks ES; Michael Cumo, Stephen F. Austin State Univ

Presider: Christopher Giles, Mireles ES, TMEA Elementary Division Vice-President

E 3:15 – 3:40 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 2–4

Concert: Frisco ISD Elementary Honor Choir

Conductors: Kimberly Wheelock, Christie ES; Eric Plyler, Norris ES

Presider: Christopher Giles, Mireles ES, TMEA Elementary Division Vice-President

B C 3:30 – 4:00 PM / CC BRIDGE HALL

Showcase: Javelina Jaht Eight

Director/Organizer: Theresa Chen, Texas

A&M Univ Kingsville

This jazz combo includes Texas A&M University Kingsville students who will present a fun and interactive program of Dixieland/early jazz, ’20s/’30s music, and student arrangements to promote the musical heritage of New Orleans.

B C 3:30 – 4:00 PM / CC FOUNTAIN VIEW LOBBY

Showcase: Duo Velox

Director/Organizer: Kaitlyn Neufeld, Dallas College - Richland Campus

This professional clarinet and saxophone duo will perform an exciting program that includes standard repertoire and newly commissioned works for clarinet and saxophone.

B 3:30 – 4:00 PM / CC WEST LOBBY

Showcase: North Shore SH Trombone Choir

Director/Organizer: Michael Tenaglio, North Shore Sr HS

The trombone Choir will perform a blend of traditional and modern repertoire.

B 4:00 – 4:50 PM / LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

Concert: Class 4A Honor Band – West Plains HS

Wind Symphony

Conductor: Heath Nall, West Plains HS

Presider: Mike Howard, Leander ISD, TMEA Band Division

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B 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC 214

Ten Minutes to Better Brass in Your Band

Clinicians: Brian Walker, Univ of North Texas; Julia Bell, Texas Tech Univ

Presider: Adam Wallace, Texas Christian Univ

A director’s rehearsal time is limited, and often brass fundamental time is what suffers. Bell and Walker will present the most effective methods for your brass players and show how to construct a tenminute routine that addresses issues such as incorrect sound production, harsh or nonexistent articulation, lack of flexibility, and more. Audience participation will be at the core of this presentation.

B 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC 217

An Informal Conversation with Texas Band Legends

Clinicians: Jerry Junkin, Univ of Texas at Austin; Sarah McKoin, Texas Tech Univ; Richard Floyd, UIL State Director of Music Emeritus; Eric Wilson, Baylor Univ; Caroline Beatty, Texas State Univ

Presider: Jeremy Spicer, SASI – The Leadership People, LLC

Join these legendary clinicians for a fun and casual conversation about bands in Texas, musical inspiration, and the power of music education. Members of the Band Division will not want to miss this “back porch conversation” with some of the Texas greats!

O 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC 221

Raising the Roof: The Powerful Orchestra

Clinician: Sandra Dackow, William Paterson University, NJ

Presider: Michael Alexander, Baylor Univ Demonstration Group: Clark HS Orchestra, Teresa Nguyen, Director

A student orchestra can, and should, create as much exciting sound as a band, chorus, or jazz ensemble. Find out how to maximize the impact of any orchestra, utilizing ensemble and bowing strategies of powerful professional groups. Rhythmic subdivision, clear articulation, playing each note with intent, and, especially, fearless use of the bow will bring listeners deeply into the music you shape and create a powerful experience for students and listeners alike.

O B 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC 225

Inspire, Retain, and Empower Intermediate String Students

TMEA Featured Clinician: Charles Laux, Lassiter HS

Presider: Jessica Harry, Newman Smith HS

Learn how to motivate intermediate string students by incorporating appropriate musical and technical studies to refine musicianship while building confidence and excitement. Laux will explore a variety of teaching strategies and pedagogical resources.

V 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 1–2

Little Fires Everywhere: Chaos Management for the TB Choir

Clinician: Colton Blake, The Choir Guy LLC

Presider: Reginal Wright, Baylor Univ

Do you ever feel like some days you’re just waving your arms while little fires break out everywhere? You’re not alone! Join Blake in this engaging session that explores practical solutions for navigating common classroom challenges faced when teaching middle school tenorbass choirs. Leave with a renewed daily routine filled with innovative strategies to transform those little fires into sparks of musical brilliance.

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V 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 1

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Clinicians: Bradley Kent, UIL State Director of Music; Gabriel Musella, UIL State Assistant Music Director

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parts. Each piece will be taught with the Orff process, including speech, body percussion, and modeling. For the grand finale, each piece will be performed in the black light with special effects that will dazzle and delight!

E 4:00 – 5:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR DEF

Let’s Groove: More Folk Dancing with a Twist

Clinician: Missy Strong, GIA Publications, Inc. / Meredith Music

Presider: Wendy Hebert, Hart ES

Folk dancing is a powerful and authentic way for students to develop musicality, alone and in community. Strong will explore what the research says about the power of groove in music. Have a blast moving to some beloved folk dances using “high groove” modern music to up the ante for your students. Participate in dances that you can use in your classroom right away!

E 4:00 – 5:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS ABC

Totally Tuned In: Cultivating Musicianship in Grades 3–5

TMEA Featured Clinician: Leigh Ann Garner, St. Olaf College

Presider: Raquel Guerrero, Carson ES

Music educators have the opportunity to engage their students in active music-making, rooted in a sequential curricular structure, while fostering skills in singing, part work, inner-hearing, memory, improvising, and creating. Garner will lead participants in an exploration of this process for teaching grades 3–5.

E 4:00 – 5:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS DEF

Sequencing Learning Modalities to Prepare Melodic Concepts

Clinician: Jennifer Archuleta, Ryan ES

Presider: Jamie Rives, Denton ISD

Engaging with a variety of thoughtfully sequenced learning modalities develops a deep, transferable understanding of melodic concepts. Archuleta will provide active learning models that support students through early, middle, and late preparation stages, aid teachers in weekly and long-range lesson planning, and ensure a strong foundation for future musical growth and creativity.

C B O V E 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC 205

New Requirements for Cooperating Teachers/Field Supervisors

Clinicians: Michele Henry, Baylor Univ; John Denis, Texas State Univ; Amy Simmons, Univ of Texas at Austin

Presider: Jacqueline Henninger, Texas Tech Univ

Changes to certification requirements for student teachers bring new expectations for cooperating teachers and university field supervisors. TMEA’s Teacher Education Task Force will share the new TEA requirements along with strategies to minimize bureaucracy and maximize mentoring effectiveness for student teachers. Come discover how the system can work best for everyone!

C B O 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC 206

A Fundamental Approach to

Mariachi Trumpet

Clinician: David Abraham Moreno, Univ of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Presider: Dahlia Guerra, Retired

Demonstration Group: Mariachi Aztlán, Univ of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Francisco Loera, Director

Recruitment Is Hard: How to Get ’Em and Keep ’Em

Clinicians: Robert Schwartz, Southeastern Louisiana Univ; Frances Fonza, Southeastern Louisiana Univ; Johnnie Bankens, Southeastern Louisiana Univ

Presider: David Robinson, Tarleton State Univ

Learn successful techniques for emphasizing personal connections and trust, which students value when joining programs. The clinicians will present approaches through communication, performance, clinics, and personal connections, supported by insights from current students on their motivations and needs. Techniques presented apply to musicians in public schools, colleges, and communities.

C 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC 209 College Student Open Forum

Clinicians: Fred Allen, Retired; Charlotte Moellering, Retired; Deidre Douglas, Cypress Falls HS; Michael Vasquez, Reed ES

Presider: Carter Biggers, Texas Woman’s Univ, TMEA College Division Vice-President

Undergraduate and graduate college students are invited to attend this open forum about the teaching profession with four outstanding music educators. This will be a moderated question-and-answer format to address ideas, concerns, and questions about music education in Texas.

GM TFME 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 3 Texas Future Music Educators Meeting & Keynote

Clinician: John Mlynczak, NAMM President and CEO

Presider: Kay Vanlandingham, TMEA Administrative Director

Members of Texas Future Music Educators gather for an update from TMEA and an inspiring keynote address by John Mlynczak, the President and CEO of NAMM, the National Association of Music Merchants.

T B O V C 4:00 – 5:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT AB Releasing Music: Practical Strategies for Educators

Clinicians: Sarah Gulish, F-flat Books; Katrina Reinhert, Berklee College of Music

Support student creativity through producing, recording, and distributing student-created music. Gulish and Reinhert will provide practical strategies to share student music while navigating copyright, digital distribution platforms, and marketing strategies. Encourage realworld music industry skills in the classroom!

T B O V 4:00 – 5:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT CD

What the Tech? First Steps in Digital Music

Clinician: Mike Olander, MusicFirst

Sponsored by: MusicFirst

With so many tech tools, where should you begin? Olander will explore tools to encourage your students’ creativity through beat-making, audio production, and composition. With notation tools like Flat for Education and Noteflight Learn in conjunction with audio production tools including Soundtrap for Education and OGenPlus, skill development and creativity can flourish side by side.

GM TFME 5:00 – 8:00 PM / CC EXHIBIT HALL College Night (All Participants)

Presider: Carter Biggers, Texas Woman’s Univ, TMEA College Division Vice-President

All participating institutions will be available during this Friday segment of the College Exhibits. Find out who will be exhibiting at www.tmea.org/2025exhibitors. When the app is released, be sure to favorite institutions you’d like to visit to add them to your quick list. Many institutions will also be present throughout the Thursday–Saturday exhibit hall hours in the College Exhibits area.

GM 5:15 – 6:00 PM / LOCATIONS VARY

TMEA Region Meetings

Attend your TMEA Region meeting to stay updated and be part of the association’s future. Meeting locations will be in the convention program and convention app.

GM 5:15 – 6:15 PM / MARRIOTT RW SALON EF

Retired Teachers Reception

Presider: Shane Goforth, North Shore Sr HS, TMEA President-Elect

B TFME 6:30 – 7:20 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 1–2

Concert: Los Fresnos HS Jazz Orchestra

Conductor: David LaClair, Los Fresnos HS

Presider: Mike Howard, Leander ISD, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

B C 6:30 – 7:30 PM / CC 214

Making the Jump: Management for Aspiring Head Directors

Clinicians: Noel Esquivel, Kelly Lane MS; Taylor Jacobsen, Pflugerville ISD; Jairo Cabrera, Kelly Lane MS

Presider: Manuel Gamez, Pflugerville ISD, TFAA President

If you are considering becoming a head director and have any reservations, this clinic will help alleviate those fears. The Kelly Lane MS staff will review planning and preparation tools and practices that can help foster a productive work environment. Skills that will be covered include master calendar/collaboration, yearly scope and sequence, week-to-week planning, and event planning.

B 6:30 – 7:30 PM / CC 217

Sound Saxophone Fundamentals in Band

Clinician: Glen Gillis, Univ of Saskatchewan

Presider: Samuel Aguilar, Pioneer HS

Sponsored by: Alfred Music

Why spend Valentine’s Day alone? Come make music with Andy Beck, Krista Hart, and fellow choral directors. While the songs may not be about love, celebrate with melodies that warm the heart and lyrics that lift the spirit. The clinicians will address your big concerns, like finding repertoire for developing voices, balancing fun selections with educational ones, motivating teen singers, and more.

E 6:30 – 7:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS ABC Tools & Toys: Using Everyday Items to Create Music Together

Clinician: Kristin Pugliese, Note Knacks Music

Presider: Zoe Brigman, Northside (San Antonio) ISD

Sponsored by: Rhythm Band Instruments, LLC

Learn how to utilize classroom tools and everyday toys to teach your students how to read and compose music in your classroom. Pugliese will offer simple ideas and hands-on lessons that will engage young minds and inspire them to create while practicing important musical concepts.

“This is a Sublime Mouthpiece” –

Jim Kanter

The New Chedeville Kanter Cinema Model

Designed in collaboration with legendary studio musician and famed mouthpiece maker James Kanter, the new Chedeville Kanter

Cinema Clarinet model has a beautiful warm sound while being very flexible, and works very well for a variety of settings. It stands in the middle of tip openings and facing designs and appeals to more players than any other mouthpiece in the Chedeville range.

Life Without Limits

Jody Espina & Jim Kanter

E 6:30 – 7:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS DEF

We Sing, We Move, We Jam! Orff in the Urban Community

Clinician: Chelsea Cook, OrffRageous Publications, LLC

Presider: Gloria Martinez, Aldine ISD

2025 TMEA CLINIC/CONVENTION

Saturday, February 15

B 7:00 – 8:30 AM / CC LDR (RIVER LEVEL–GROTTO)

Phi Beta Mu New Members Installation Breakfast

Presider: Bruce Beach, Phi Beta Mu Alpha Chapter President

GM 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM / CC REGISTRATION (NORTH LOBBY)

TMEA Convention Registration & Badge Pickup

Register at www.tmea.org/register before January 16 to pay the lowest fee and to expedite your badge pickup. CC Registration is in Exhibit Hall 1, accessed from the convention center North Lobby.

B 8:00 – 9:00 AM / CC 214

All Directors Can Be Wildly Successful Flute Teachers!

Clinician: Kathryn Blocki, Blocki Flute Method

Presider: Maria Chadwell, Jackson MS

Refine your flute teaching during this fast-paced and interactive session. Discover proven techniques for creating an excellent foundation in tone, flexibility, and technique. Participants will use training straws to quickly diagnosis and troubleshoot high note embouchure issues and whistle lips to create the breath support needed for a beautiful tone.

B 8:00 – 9:00 AM / CC 217

Clarinet Power! Unleash Powerful Clarinet Pedagogy

Clinician: Michael Dean, Private Instructor

Presider: Trevor Ousey, Killian MS

Learn how to successfully teach the clarinet using a clear, simple, and powerful three-level approach. Dean will cover several topics, including embouchure, tone, tonguing, posture, reeds, equipment, and practicing. There will be time for questions and answers. Bring your clarinet!

O 8:00 – 9:00 AM / CC 213

Texas Guitar Directors Association Summit

Presiders: Michael Quantz, Univ of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Edward Grigassy, Bellaire HS

The Texas Guitar Directors Association Summit is a collaborative meeting for guitar teachers. TGDA exists to help build a community of guitar teachers and promote communication and growth of high-quality guitar education statewide. Exciting topics for this year’s summit include concert and sightreading events, all-region types of ensembles, repertoire, and rehearsal techniques.

O 8:00 – 9:00 AM / CC 221 AB

The Wonderful World of Bowings: The Ups & Downs of Strings

Clinicians: Ross Ipsen-Sanchez, El Paso ISD; Stephen Nordstrom, Univ of Texas at El Paso; Michael Way, Univ of Texas at El Paso; Jesus Apodaca, Univ of Texas at El Paso

Presider: Leslee Way, Coronado HS

Considerations for string bowings are akin to diction for vocalists, embouchure for winds, and stick technique for percussion. The direction you choose as a string player not only determines a string section’s direction and visual appeal but also influences the quality of the sound. This El Paso–based panel will present considerations for bow use and how to formulate a plan for bowing your repertoire.

O 8:00 – 9:00 AM / CC 221 CD

First-Year Jitters: Thriving Beyond Survival

Clinicians: Jane Kathryn Hucks, Tippit MS; Shelby Dickey, Gorzycki MS

Presider: Susan Williams, Retired

Hucks and Dickey offer a roadmap for new teachers, bridging the gap between getting hired and the first day of school and offering strategies and resources to overcome first-year jitters and be set up for success. Aimed at empowering teachers to become confident and inspiring educators, the clinicians will cover essential strategies for classroom management and organization, lesson-planning for an orchestra setting, differentiating instruction, developing an orchestra community, and more.

O 8:00 – 9:00 AM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – REPUBLIC B Mu Omicron Business Meeting

Presider: Matt Cross, Allen HS

V 8:00 – 9:00 AM / CC 225 AB

Repertory Story: Choosing Music for Success

Clinician: Melody Villegas, New MS

Presider: Rodney Williams, New MS

Excellent repertoire is integral to the choral experience. Villegas will present a schema for choosing repertoire that includes assessing difficulty levels, student interest, and cultural considerations. She will also present teaching strategies that increase accessibility and mastery of the repertoire.

V 8:00 – 9:00 AM / CC 225 CD

Front-Loading Your Choral Rehearsal: Constructing for Success

Clinician: Christine Bass, Hal Leonard

Presider: Tiffany Hammock, Jacksonville HS

SCHOLARSHIP AUDITIONS

Scholarships are available for both music and non-music majors. These awards are intended to provide recognition for scholarship and talent in the study of music.

SCHOLARSHIP AUDITION DATES:

Friday, February 21, 2025 1 - 3 p.m.

Saturday, March 29, 2025 1 - 3 p.m.

Saturday, April 12, 2025 1 - 3 p.m.

Individual audition dates may be requested if necessary.

For specific qualifications for each award, visit www.tlu.edu/music-scholarships.

TLU SCHOOL OF MUSIC

B C 9:00 – 9:30 AM / CC NORTH LOBBY

Showcase: Nox Saxophone Quartet

Director/Organizer: Christine Ewald, Freelance Musician

From Ethiopian-inspired works to jazz-informed Irish folk music, the quartet of undergraduate and graduate students at Texas Tech University will perform a selection of works from a refreshing variety of styles. Their program also includes thrilling works by Mark Mellits and David Maslanka.

B 9:00 – 9:30 AM / CC WEST LOBBY

Showcase: Walsh MS Premier Brass

Director/Organizer: Stone Wang, Walsh MS

The ensemble will perform a diverse selection of various idioms and styles, including music by Keiichi Kurosawa, Marie Douglas, and Jose Padilla.

B TFME 9:00 – 9:50 AM / LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

Concert: ATSSB All-State Concert Band

Conductor: Dustin Seifert, Eastern New Mexico Univ

Presider: Rodney Bennett, Olney HS, ATSSB President

Organizer: Elliott Ayo, Rivercrest ISD

Percussion Organizer: Chace LeBlanc, Queen City ISD

V C 9:00 – 9:30 AM / CC BRIDGE HALL

Showcase: TAMU-CC Camerata Isla

Director/Organizer: Ross Bernhardt, Texas A&M Univ Corpus Christi

This select vocal ensemble will present contemporary vocal chamber works as well as newly composed works by the director, including a set of vocal jazz works based on the Winnie the Pooh poems of A.A. Milne.

GM TFME 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM / CC EXHIBIT HALL

Exhibit Hall Open

B 9:30 – 10:30 AM / CC 214

Creating a Culture of Excellence: More Productive Rehearsals

Clinician: Mark Poole, Lone Star HS

Presider: Chris Cansler, Frisco ISD

Do you feel like the returns from your efforts are not yielding the results you want? Do you feel like you are practicing for them during rehearsals? Learn methods to create a culture of excellence where students begin to resolve issues on their own, making rehearsal time more effective.

B 9:30 – 10:30 AM / CC 217

Building a Successful Band Program in a Title I School

Clinician: Gilbert Sanchez, Resnik MS

Presider: Nancy Lott, Resnik MS

Teaching in a Title I environment can present unique challenges. It is important to approach running a Title I band program with systems of inclusivity and understanding. A successful band director understands that kids are kids, and it is our job to ensure they are given high expectations and the tools to meet them in a positive environment.

O 9:30 – 10:30 AM / CC 213

Don’t Fret! Discover Ways of Teaching Guitar to All Clinician: Glen McCarthy, George Mason Univ

Presider: Colleen Whatley, Westwood HS

McCarthy will discuss what is needed to start a guitar program, including what outcomes to expect in the classroom and throughout the year and how to develop a guitar culture in your school.

O 9:30 – 10:30 AM / CC 221 AB TexASTA General Business Meeting

Presider: Stephanie Westney, Univ of Texas at San Antonio, TexASTA President

O 9:30 – 10:30 AM / CC 221 CD

Bringing Diverse Orchestral Repertoire to the Stage

Clinician: Renee Gilliland, Univ of Colorado Boulder

Presider: Sundas Mohi-Truong, Klein Cain HS Programming diverse music for your orchestra benefits everyone. Gilliland will share how and why this programming can positively shape your students. She will discuss repertoire, resources, challenges, and solutions to programming diverse composers for orchestras at all levels.

V 9:30 – 10:30 AM / CC 225 AB Hit the Ground Running: The Roadmap to Sightreading Success

Clinicians: Iliana Guerrero, Veterans Memorial HS; Travis Baldwin, Veterans Memorial HS

Presider: Melody Eriksen, Brownsville ISD

Don’t dread your experience in the UIL sightreading room! Baldwin and Guerrero provide a scaffolded approach to building non-varsity high school singers up from the beginning of the school year and beyond contest. They will present tools for building literacy, resource suggestions, warmups and ear-training exercises, and ways to bridge the ability gap between your beginners and strongest readers.

V 9:30 – 10:30 AM / CC 225 CD Choir Hot Takes: Deconstructing the Tried and True

Clinician: Gerald Nicholas, Chaparral HS

Presider: Eric Bourg, Chaparral HS

We often get told to implement tried-and-true choral classroom techniques, yet they don’t seem to work for everyone. Nicholas will provide a series of choir hot takes that will give nuance to several choral strategies to help directors find their own sequence to choral excellence that works for their ensembles.

E 9:30 – 10:30 AM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR ABC

Modal Madness: Songs & Activities Beyond Major & Minor

Clinician: Georgia Newlin, Music Is Elementary

Presider: Kathryn Kuddes, Retired

Clark W Fobes

Clarinet and Saxophone mouthpieces

Texas Tech University School of Music TMEA 25

WEDNESDAY, FEB 12

TMEA ALL-STATE SECTIONALS

Featured Faculty: Richard Meek, Professor of Bassoon Christopher M. Smith, Professor of Horn Kevin Was, Professor of Tuba and Euphonium

THURSDAY, FEB 13

THE INTERNET IN THE MUSIC CLASSROOM: WHO HAS ACCESS?

Time: 1-2 PM

Location: Grand Hyatt, 4th Fl, Crockett AB

Clinician: Corey Sullivan, Assistant Professor of Choral Music Education

SIMPLIFYING TUBA AND EUPHONIUM TONE PRODUCTION AT ALL LEVELS

Time: 1-2 PM

Location: CC 217

Clinician: Kevin Wass, Professor of Tuba and Euphonium

COLLABORATING WITH YOUR SCHOOL DISTRICT’S MUSIC THERAPIST

Time: 1-2 pm

Location: Grand Hyatt, CC 205

Clinician: Elizabeth Chappell, Assistant Professor of String Music Education

In Collaboration: Della Molloy-Daugherty (Texas Woman’s University)

SYMPHONIC WIND ENSEMBLE

Time: TBD

Location: TBD

Conductor: Sarah McKoin, Director of Bands

In Collaboration: Aruna Quartet, TTU alumni, Gold medal and Grand Prize winner at the

FRIDAY, FEB 14

SUCCESS, CULTURE, AND WELL-BEING IN THE MUSIC CLASSROOM

Time: 10-11 am

Location: CC 207

Clinician: Joel Pagán, Assistant Professor of Music

TEXAS TECH HORN OCTET

Time: 12:30-1 pm

Location: CC NORTH LOBBY

Conductor: Christopher M. Smith, Professor of Horn

TEN MINUTES TO BETTER BRASS IN YOUR BAND

Time: 4-5 pm

Location: CC 214

Clinician: Julia Bell, Assistant Professor of Trumpet In Collaboration: Brian Walker

THIS IS TEXAS…A CASUAL CONVERSATION WITH SOME OF OUR FINEST CONDUCTORS

Time: 4-5 pm

Location: CC 217

Clinician: Sarah McKoin, Director of Bands In Collaboration: Jerry Junkin, University of Texas; Richard Floyd, retired; Eric Wilson, Baylor University; Caroline Beatty, Texas State University

COLLEGE NIGHT

Time: 5-8 pm

Location: Exhibit Hall 4

TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY ALUMNI REUNION

Time: 9:30-11:30 pm

Location: TBD

SATURDAY, FEB 15

RECLAIMING THE JOY IN OUR MUSIC ENSEMBLES AND CLASSROOMS

Time: 11 am-12 pm

Location: CC 205

Clinician: Jacqueline Henninger, Associate Professor of Music Education; John Parsons, Assistant Professor of Music Education

NAFME-TEXAS ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING

Time and Location: TBA

Co-Clinicians: Corey Sullivan, Assistant Professor of Choral Music Education, Executive Board Member, Member-at-Large; Shauna Pickens, Assistant Professor of Music Education, Collegiate Chair

AUDITION DATES

Saturday, February 8, 2025

Saturday, February 22, 2025

Saturday, March 1, 2025

Recorded and remote auditions are available for select instruments.

E 9:30 – 10:30 AM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS ABC

Multiple Intelligence in the Music Classroom

Clinician: Lillie Feierabend, Feierabend Association for Music Education

Presider: Jennifer Alfaro, Blattman ES

Because our content is developmentally appropriate, almost everything we teach in the music classroom can have an equally significant impact in the general classroom. Feierabend will discuss the Theory of Multiple Intelligence and its implications and applications in the general music classroom, and she will explore ideas and lessons designed to be shared with classroom colleagues for their instruction.

E 9:30 – 10:30 AM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS DEF

StickBoom!: A Modern Approach to Boomwhackers and Rhythm Sticks

TMEA Featured Clinicians: Franklin Willis, Vanderbilt Univ; Tyler Swick, Ellis ES (Nevada)

Presider: Matthew Trevino, Roan Forest ES

Get ready for an exciting workshop with Willis and guest Tyler Swick featuring rhythm sticks and Boomwhackers. Engage in hands-on activities that can bring energy to your classrooms and inspire your students. Gain creative ideas for fun music-learning.

C E 9:30 – 10:30 AM / CC 205

Growing Music Teachers: From Mentees to Mentors

Clinicians: Lisa Trittin, Pflugerville ISD; Sarah Martinez, Pflugerville ISD; Megan Darlington, Windermere ES

Presider: Manuel Gamez, Pflugerville ISD, TFAA President

Successful mentoring relationships lead to stronger teachers and higher teacher retention rates, each of which greatly benefit our students. Darlington, Trittin, and Martinez will provide unique perspectives of being a mentee, a mentor, and a mentoring program supervisor. Strategies and practices provided will be applicable to teachers in various settings.

C B O V E 9:30 – 10:30 AM / CC 206

Through Our Eyes: Neurodivergence in Music Classrooms

Clinicians: Jess Walls, Auburn Univ; Simon Carter, Texas Tech Univ; Lauren Garcia, Indian Springs MS; Taryn Davis, Houston Chamber Ringers

Presider: Della Molloy-Daugherty, Texas Woman’s Univ

Four neurodivergent current and future music educators will speak on their experiences with autism and ADHD in music education, both as students and as educators. They will provide insight into how your ND students may be experiencing music classrooms, tools for communicating with ND students as a neurotypical person, and the most current research from autistic adults. Our voices matter!

C B O TFME 9:30 – 10:30 AM / CC 207 Instrumentalists: Add Singing to Your Teaching Toolbelt

Clinicians: Vicki Baker, Texas Woman’s Univ; Jeffrey Tarr, Texas Woman’s Univ

Presider: Zachariah Davis, Texas Woman’s Univ

Whether you plan to direct an ensemble or teach elementary music, confident singing can empower your teaching. Tarr and Baker will lead the attendees through a group singing lesson, beginning with simple pitch-matching activities and basic vocal technique and then progressing to vocal warmups and repertoire. The application of singing in an instrumental ensemble will be discussed.

C 9:30 – 10:30 AM / CC 210

Varied Methods for Music Teachers to Teach Piano Classes

Clinician: Phu Vu, Texas Tech Univ

Presider: Kimberly Carter, Texas Tech Univ

Have you ever had students lose interest in learning piano? Uncover dynamic methods, fueled by early American popular music, to reignite their passion. Engage in hands-on activities, collaborative discussions, and practical demonstrations. Learn different methods and activities that can be applied immediately in your piano classes, sparking your students’ interest in learning piano.

GM 9:30 – 10:30 AM / CC 220

TMEA State Board of Directors Meeting

Presider: Jesse Cannon II, Fort Worth ISD, TMEA President

T B O V 9:30 – 10:30 AM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT AB

Engaging Strategies for Students Who Cannot Practice at Home

Clinician: Megan Lewin, Westminster HS

Calling all change-makers.

2024–25 MUSIC AUDITIONS

December 14, 2024

January 25, 2025

February 8, 2025

February 22, 2025

Bring your talent to the premier progressive hub for the performing arts at the Ithaca College School of Music, Theatre, and Dance.

ithaca.edu/mtd/apply mtd@ithaca.edu

APPLICATION DEADLINES

November 1 — Early Decision

All Music Programs

December 1

Sound Recording Technology (all instruments)

Voice (all programs)

February 1

All Other Music Programs

B 11:00 AM – Noon / CC 217

Dallas Winds Saxes: What We’ve Learned in 32 Years

Clinicians: David Lovrien, The Dallas Winds; Donald Fabian, Southern Methodist Univ; Roy Allen, Dallas College – Brookhaven Campus; John Sweeden, The Dallas Winds

Presider: Jerry Junkin, Univ of Texas at Austin

The Dallas Winds saxophone section has performed together for over 32 years, in hundreds of concerts and on 22 CD recordings with five Grammy nominations. Section members will share and show how they’ve learned to blend, support, and stand out within the ensemble to help create their signature sound.

O 11:00 AM – Noon / CC 213

Guitar Ensemble Reading Session: New Additions to the PML

Clinician: Susan Rozanc, Travis HS

Presider: Edward Grigassy, Texas Guitar Directors Association

Read new editions to the PML for guitar ensembles. Rozanc will focus on the new additions to the grades 2 and 3 guitar trio and guitar quartet PML. She will review pieces, discussing their pedagogical context and how best to teach them.

O 11:00 AM – Noon / CC 221 AB

Unified Melody: Fostering Positive Director-Student Culture

Clinicians: Ellen Kidwell, Frisco ISD; Aryc Lane, Reedy HS

Presider: Colleen Whatley, Westwood HS

Learn strategies to build a culturally responsive, student-centered program that features socials, student recognition, community events, and a celebration of diversity. Kidwell and Lane will offer insight into student leadership roles, building relationships with students, and director wellness to support program culture and burnout.

O 11:00 AM – Noon / CC 221 CD

Teaching the Beginning Mariachi

Clinician: Noe Sanchez, Vela HS

Presider: Jose Zamora, Weslaco HS

Sanchez will provide methodologies for teaching the beginning mariachi ensemble. Curriculum, class organization, methods books, and repertoire will be included.

AUDITION DATES

V 11:00 AM – Noon / CC 225 AB

Every Reason to Stay: Recruit & Retain 6th–12th Choir Students

Clinician: Dustin Barksdale, Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy

Presider: Mary Jane Phillips, Private Instructor

Are you having difficulties recruiting students to your program? Once they enroll, are you struggling to retain them? Barksdale will discuss numerous strategies for recruiting and retaining in the 6th–12thgrade choral classroom. He will focus on classroom management and relationship-building as two pillars of retention, sharing many stories from 12 years in a Title I classroom.

V B O 11:00 AM – Noon / CC 225 CD

Quick & Easy Team-Building Brain Breaks

Clinician: Casi Curington, Strike MS

Presider: Alanna Baxter, Strickland MS

Unlock the power of team building with these tools for the ensemble classroom. Practical, easy-to-implement activities strengthen ensemble camaraderie and enhance performance. Improve recruitment and retention by fostering a positive, supportive, and engaging environment. Activities build trust, reduce stress, and promote collaboration, ensuring a motivated, cohesive group ready to excel!

E 11:00 AM – Noon / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR ABC

Forging Your Own Pathway for Student Growth

Clinician: Christina Reardon, Movement & Music Specialist

Presider: Olivia Ramirez, McKinney ES

Sponsored by: Music is Elementary Elementary music teachers are responsible for weekly lesson plans for multiple grade levels and classes. Discover how to plan lessons that meet your students where they are and help them progress to where they need to be. Explore movement pathways, rhythms, improvisation, composition, and simple recorder melodies as you learn how to adapt lessons for your students and forge pathways of your own.

E 11:00 AM – Noon / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR DEF

Unmute the Grumps: Activities for Reluctant Fifth Graders

Clinicians: Micaela Campos, Mathews ES; Emma Becker, Royse City ISD

Presider: Samantha Kats, Ryan HS

Sponsored by: Sound Thinking Interactive

Campos and Becker will offer engaging activities, singing games, and innovative teaching methods designed to captivate even the most reluctant young musicians. Attendees will discover practical strategies such as hand-clapping games and folk dancing that make musiclearning fun and accessible for challenging audiences.

E 11:00 AM – Noon / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS ABC

A Dance a Day Brings Community Our Way!

TMEA Featured Clinician: Leigh Ann Garner, St. Olaf College

Presider: Shannon Parramore, Lieck ES

Folk dancing provides students opportunities to demonstrate musicality through movement, while building community with peers. Attendees will sing, dance, play, and learn how to sequence and integrate folk dances into their existing curricula.

E 11:00 AM – Noon / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS DEF

Storybook Magic: Using Storybooks to Teach Instrument Skills

Clinician: Jeanette Mihalchik, Alabaster City Schools

Presider: Matthew Trevino, Roan Forest ES

Explore innovative ways to use picture books to teach instrument skills, engaging young learners and enhancing their musical journey. Learn practical strategies for integrating storybooks into your lessons, and add to your toolbox of lesson plans and activities. Unlock storybook magic in your music classroom!

C B O V E 11:00 AM – Noon / CC 205

Reclaiming the Joy in Our Music Ensembles and Classrooms

Clinicians: Jacqueline Henninger, Texas Tech Univ; John Parsons, Texas Tech Univ

Presider: Samuel Hood, Texas Woman’s Univ

How can we make it easier to find joy in our daily teaching lives without sacrificing musical quality and students’ skill development? With a renewed focus on who our students are and how they interact with the music-making process, Henninger and Parsons will describe how to promote skill development and feelings of accomplishment for teachers and students within everyday classroom activities.

C B O V E 11:00 AM – Noon / CC 206

Y’all Means All: Supporting All Students in the Classroom

Clinician: Michael Leonas, Denton ISD

Presider: Joel DeFayette, Bennett Day School

We are called to be advocates for all students in our music classrooms. As LGBTQ+ students are drawn to us, we need to prevent and stop bullying, learn LGBTQ+ identities, utilize terminology, model pronoun usage, and reflect on our own bias towards LGBTQ+ issues. Leonas will share narrative inquiries from queer music educators and their strategies to support LGBTQ+ students in your K–12 classroom.

C 11:00 AM – Noon / CC 207

Sound Mind, Sound Music: Mental Health for Music Majors

Clinicians: Sarah Hamilton, Univ of North Texas; Danielle Woolery, Texas Woman’s Univ

Presider: Jesse Woolery, Denton HS

This session is designed for college music majors of all levels—from freshmen embarking on their musical journey to seasoned seniors preparing to step into the professional realm. Whether you’re a vocalist, instrumentalist, composer, or music educator, join the clinicians as they tune into the vital connection between sound minds and sound music, empowering you to thrive both on and off the stage.

C B O V E 11:00 AM – Noon / CC 209

AI for Music Teachers: How AI Can Work for You

Clinician: Matt Woodward, Merlyn Mind

Presider: Allison Cavazos, Churchill HS

Teachers will learn how to leverage various AI tools in tasks that are specific to music educators. Woodward will demonstrate several free and premium AI programs and LLMs such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, and Dall-E2.

C B O V 11:00 AM – Noon / CC 210

Musical Theater Conducting Strategies for Music Educators

Clinician: Sixto Montesinos, Saint Mary’s College

Presider: Zachariah Davis, Texas Woman’s Univ

This clinic is for band, choir, and orchestra directors keen on mastering musical theater conducting. Montesinos will cover score study, conducting techniques, and collaboration with stage directors, lighting designers, and choreographers. Attendees will also explore orchestration, keyboard programming, and production roles. The focus is on fostering a supportive environment and nurturing students’ talents.

GM 11:00 AM – Noon / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – SEGUIN A NAfME – Texas Annual Meeting and Reception

Presiders: Mark Montemayor, Univ of North Texas, NAfME President; Zachary Edwards, Edwards Mallets, NAfME Texas State Director

T B O V 11:00 AM – Noon / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT AB

Preparing Students for Creative and Technical Careers

Clinician: Lawrence Grey, Young Producers Group

Grey interviewed some of today’s top producers, engineers, and behindthe-scenes operators about their work and how they fit into the larger music industry. He will share the creative and technical competencies needed for different career pathways and what skills are essential for all music and audio professions. Gain insights into what it takes to be a professional producer, engineer, and music manager in today’s industry and how to prepare your students to succeed in those roles one day.

T B O V E 11:00 AM – Noon / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT CD

Gamification and Technology Use in the Classroom

Clinician: Graeme Winder, Virgin Musical Instruments

Sponsored by: Romeo Music

Learn to integrate Keys & Kingdoms into your classroom to boost engagement and motivation. Explore gamification techniques and the game’s powerful analytics dashboard for tracking student progress. Winder will demonstrate hands-on strategies for making music education interactive and inclusive, providing practical tools for K–12 educators.

B TFME 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 1–2

Concert: All-State 6A Percussion Ensemble

Conductor: Omar Carmenates, Furman Univ

Presider: Mike Howard, Leander ISD, TMEA Band Division

Vice-President

Organizer: Moses Simon, Roma HS

B Noon – 12:30 PM / CC NORTH LOBBY

Showcase: Philos Saxophone Quartet

Director/Organizer: William Phi, Fort Bend ISD

The quartet will present an exciting program of chamber music literature, showcasing a variety of traditional and modern works written/ arranged for this medium. Musicians are Elkins HS band students who study saxophone with Jaymee Lamprecht.

O Noon – 12:30 PM / CC BRIDGE HALL

Showcase: Jazz Strings and Fiddle Society of Texas Ensemble

Director/Organizer: Eugen Kim, Founders Classical Academy Frisco

This assembly of UNT, UTA, and TCU alumni will showcase creative string performance beyond classical boundaries. Advocating for contemporary education, this string ensemble spotlights vibrant improvisation across genres, aiming to cultivate this artistic approach for string students and educators in Texas.

O C Noon – 12:30 PM / CC FOUNTAIN VIEW LOBBY

Showcase: Monarch Chamber Players Harp Trio

Director/Organizer: Tonya Burton, Sam Houston State Univ

This trio will present a captivating and virtuosic program of music by Latin American composers written for harp, viola, and flute. The program features Sonata del Sureste by living Mexican composer Alejandro Basulto and Miguel del Aguila’s programmatic work Submerged

O 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 213

Building and Maintaining a Successful Guitar Classroom

Clinicians: Jorge Salas, Ysleta ISD; John Cabrales, Del Valle HS; Gilbert Mata, Hanks HS

Presider: Les Sellers, Polk MS

Experienced teachers will provide ideas on how to run a well-managed guitar classroom. These Ysleta ISD educators are proud to showcase the achievements made in this West Texas region and will share strategies to utilize in the guitar classroom and for building a successful

ensemble. They will highlight classroom management and technology using online resources and notebooks as well as ensemble and solo competition preparation.

O 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 221 AB

We’re All Unique: Giving Our Best to Every Student

Clinician: Laurie Colgrove Williams, Univ of Indianapolis

Presider: Ashley Montes, West Mesquite HS

Many aspects of techniques we teach can be more challenging for those with physical, developmental, or neurological needs. Even processing musical sounds and teacher feedback can be overwhelming. Williams will provide a framework for understanding how specific learning challenges present in music and for aiding students in processing information. She will offer and methods and tools for setting students up for long-term success.

O 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 221 CD

Reintroduction to the Double Bass

Clinician: Roger Vasquez, Miller HS Ctr for Communication & Tech

Presider: Angela Peugnet, Fort Settlement MS

The double bass is often overlooked or misunderstood, and students playing them aren’t always challenged on the same level as their peers. Vasquez will reintroduce the basics, debunk common misconceptions, and expand on the latest happenings in the bass world.

V TFME 12:30 – 1:20 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM

Concert: All-State Small School Mixed Choir

Conductor: Sharon Paul, Univ of Oregon

Presider: Joshua McGuire, Rock Hill HS, TMEA Vocal Division

Vice-President

Organizer: Brianna Montgomery, Pampa HS

Accompanist: Sharon Bailey, Dallas Baptist Univ

E 12:30 – 1:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR ABC Rondas Infantiles: Circle Games from Latin America

Clinician: Julissa Chapa, Univ of Houston, Moores School of Music

Presider: Shannon Parramore, Lieck ES

Dive into the heart of Latin American culture as Chapa presents various circle games known as rondas. Drawing from extensive research and personal experience, she will also discuss the historical significance, cultural importance, and pedagogical benefits of rondas as a genre. Learn some of the cherished song games that have delighted generations of Latin American children.

E 12:30 – 1:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR DEF

Bloom: Making Your Children’s Choir Blossom

Clinicians: Andy Beck, Alfred Music; Krista Hart, Alfred Music

Presider: Heather Cole, Evers ES

Sponsored by: Alfred Music

Sow the seeds of musicianship from the foundations developed through a well-crafted two-part choral repertoire. Beck and Hart will explore a range of strategies to nurture blossoming voices and inspire artistic growth. They will offer a bouquet of possibilities to help children’s choirs flourish!

E 12:30 – 1:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS ABC

Songs of the Sun: Filipino Folk Songs for the Classroom

Clinician: Tiffany Barry, San Jose State Univ

Presider: Michael Vasquez, Reed ES

Come play, sing, and dance with songs from the Philippines. Learn about Filipino history, culture, language, and music through the clinician’s book, Songs of the Sun: Filipino Folk Songs for the Musical Classroom. While geared toward elementary music, the content will resonate with anyone interested in culturally relevant teaching and social and emotional learning.

E 12:30 – 1:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS DEF

Teach Me About Hip Hop

TMEA Featured Clinician: Franklin Willis, Vanderbilt Univ

Presider: Matthew Trevino, Roan Forest ES

Join Willis for a clinic empowering elementary music teachers to incorporate hip hop into their classrooms. Through dynamic discussions and hands-on activities, learn to create inclusive activities, celebrate cultural heritage, and connect with your students.

C B O V E 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 205

Educate, Advocate, Communicate: Engaging Arts for All Clinician: Jeff Bradford, Richardson ISD

Presider: Rylon Guidry, Wakeland HS

We are all arts advocates. But how do we do that beyond teaching our students? Bradford will provide examples and suggestions on educating your campus, advocating in your district, and communicating with your community. From fine arts infomercials to community showcases, Bradford will provide tools for celebrating why fine arts programming is pivotal to your campus and community.

C B O V 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 206 Recruit and Retain Strategies for Secondary Title I Programs

Clinician: Rachael Freed, Katy ISD

Presider: Jennifer Agbu, Adams JH

Delve into the diverse demographics of Title I schools, gaining insights into how students’ backgrounds shape their behavior. Discover effective strategies for engaging current students and attracting new ones to music programs. Equipped with these techniques, secondary music teachers will be empowered to create inclusive environments and drive growth in their programs.

C B O TFME 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 207 Preparing High School Students for a Successful Transition to College

Clinicians: Molly Wilkens-Reed, Virginia Tech; Mathias Elmer, Virginia Tech

Presider: Courtney Nottingham, Univ of Texas at Austin

The clinicians will talk about how to help your band and orchestra students make a successful transition from high school to college. The presenters will share tips for getting good information to your students, and you will leave with fresh resources and excitement to bring back to your program as you prepare your students for lifelong music engagement.

C B O V TFME 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 210 Guidelines to Productive Rehearsals with a Pianist

Clinicians: Sehee Lee, Texas A&M Univ Kingsville; Minjung Seo, Auburn Univ

Presider: Paul Thomas, Texas Woman’s Univ Lee and Seo share strategies for efficient collaborative rehearsals. Discover productive score preparations, effective scheduling, and key components of successful duo rehearsals, ensuring confident performances with limited resources.

T B O V E C 12:30 – 1:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT AB

TI:ME Composition Festival

Clinician: Floyd Richmond, Tarleton State Univ

Listen to the 2023–2024 winning student compositions and learn how your students may enter this free festival. Students may enter one of the following categories: Original Composition–Notation; Original Composition–DAW; Cover, Loop, or Sample-based Songs, Multimedia, Applied Technology. Students may enter in one of the following levels: PK–6, 7–8, 9–12, Undergraduate, or Graduate.

B TFME 1:00 – 1:50 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 1–2

Concert: ATSSB All-State Jazz Ensemble

Conductor: Ron Wilkins, Jazz Trombonist/Educator

Presider: Rodney Bennett, Olney HS, ATSSB President

Organizer: Michael Childs, Stephenville HS

B TFME 1:00 – 1:50 PM / LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

Concert: All-State 5A Symphonic Band

Conductor: Albert Nguyen, Univ of Memphis

Presider: Mike Howard, Leander ISD, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

Organizer: Kevin Knight, Crosby HS Percussion Organizer: Ryan Pride, McCallum HS

B 1:30 – 2:20 PM / CC 217

Concert: Texas Community College Band Directors Association

All-State Wind Symphony

Conductor: Matthew McInturf, Sam Houston State Univ

Presider: Andrew Wright, Grayson County College, TCCBDA President

V TFME 2:00 – 2:50 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM

Concert: All-State Tenor-Bass Choir

Conductor: Amanda Quist, Western Michigan Univ

Presider: Joshua McGuire, Rock Hill HS, TMEA Vocal Division Vice-President

Organizer: Trenton Davis, Allen HS

Accompanist: John Markert, Pianist

B TFME 2:30 – 3:20 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 1–2

Concert: All-State Jazz Ensemble 2

Conductor: Christine Jensen, Eastman School of Music

Presider: Mike Howard, Leander ISD, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

Organizer: William Duran, Temple HS

O TFME 2:30 – 3:20 PM / LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

Concert: All-State Sinfonietta Orchestra

Conductor: Rachel Waddell, Colorado State Univ

Presider: Jennifer Martin, Fort Worth ISD, TMEA Orchestra Division Vice-President

Organizers: Lesly Galeana, Martin HS; Randal Lyle, McKinney Boyd HS

Percussion Organizer: Brad Samsen, Seguin HS

V TFME 3:30 – 4:20 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM

Concert: All-State Treble Choir

Conductor: Anthony Trecek-King, Handel & Haydn Society

Presider: Joshua McGuire, Rock Hill HS, TMEA Vocal Division Vice-President

Organizer: Christie Brown, Johnson HS

Accompanist: Tracy Carroll, Mansfield HS

B TFME 4:00 – 4:50 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 1–2

Concert: Texas Community College Band Directors Association

All-State Jazz Ensemble

Conductor: Brad Leali, Univ of North Texas

Presider: Andrew Wright, Grayson County College, TCCBDA President

B TFME 4:00 – 4:50 PM / LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

Concert: All-State 6A Concert Band

Conductor: Verena Mösenbichler-Bryant, Duke Univ

Presider: Mike Howard, Leander ISD, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

Organizer: Martin Trammel, Hardin-Jefferson HS

Percussion Organizer: Ben Armeni, Westlake HS

V TFME 5:00 – 5:50 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM

Concert: All-State Large School Mixed Choir

Conductor: Richard Bjella, Conductor

Presider: Joshua McGuire, Rock Hill HS, TMEA Vocal Division Vice-President

Organizer: Clorese Porter, Plano Sr HS

Accompanist: Rebecca Baker, Pianist

Accompanied by the Texas State University Orchestra, Jacob Harrison, Director.

B TFME 5:30 – 6:20 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 1–2

Concert: All-State Jazz Ensemble 1

Conductor: Terell Stafford, Temple Univ

Presider: Mike Howard, Leander ISD, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

Organizer: Maria Coronado, Harlingen HS

O TFME 5:30 – 6:20 PM / LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

Concert: All-State Philharmonic Orchestra

Conductor: Sameer Patel, San Diego Youth Symphony

Presider: Jennifer Martin, Fort Worth ISD, TMEA Orchestra Division Vice-President

Organizers: Madison Welch, Seven Lakes JH; Laurel Day, Heritage HS

Percussion Organizer: Nicholas Martinez, Del Valle HS

B TFME 7:00 – 7:50 PM / LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

Concert: All-State 6A Symphonic Band

Conductor: Steven Davis, UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance

Presider: Mike Howard, Leander ISD, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

Organizer: Matt Wood, Ridgeview MS

Percussion Organizer: Dillon Shaw, Brennan HS

V 7:00 – 8:00 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM

Concert: Texas Two-Year College All-State Choir

Conductor: Gregory Gentry, Choral Conductor

Presider: Mark Watt, Howard College, TTCCDA President

O TFME 7:30 – 8:20 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 1–2

Concert: All-State Mariachi Ensemble

Conductor: Jimmy Cuellar, Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuellar/Cue Music Inc.

Presider: Jennifer Martin, Fort Worth ISD, TMEA Orchestra Division Vice-President

Organizer: Corina Cantu, Boston Univ

O TFME 8:30 – 9:20 PM / LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

Concert: All-State Symphony Orchestra

Conductor: Helen Cha-Pyo, Wharton Institute for the Performing Arts

Presider: Jennifer Martin, Fort Worth ISD, TMEA Orchestra Division

Vice-President

Organizers: Meredith Riddle, Shadow Ridge MS; Madeline DeHart, Forestwood MS

Percussion Organizer: Rick Drewry, Grapevine HS

Register to Attend

Having read about all the convention has to offer, be sure you register by January 16 to pay the lowest fee and to expedite your badge pickup.

EARLY REGISTRATION (BY JAN 16)

• Active TMEA members*: $70

• Retired TMEA members*: $20

• College Student members*: $0 (still must register)

• Out-of-state attendees: $145

• TI:ME Technology Preconference: $50

*Membership must be current.

TMEA is grateful for the thousands of clinicians, directors, and students who are preparing for and will present more than 300 clinics and 100 performances during our convention . Thanks also go to our exhibitors who are getting prepared to ship their products to San Antonio and looking forward to connecting with attendees . Finally, our sincere thanks go to the hundreds of TMEA members who volunteer their time to ensure this event’s success!

The TMEA Clinic/Convention is the best of its kind in the nation because of you!

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