Call for Research Submissions
Call for Research Submissions South Carolina Music Educators Association State Research Sessions (Posters and Graduate Presentations) February 4–6, 2027 Deadline for Submissions – Monday, December 21, 2026 The South…
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Unauthorized Conference Solicitations
⚠️ FRAUD ALERT – UNAUTHORIZED CONFERENCE WEBSITES & SOLICITATIONS SCMEA has been made aware of fraudulent and unauthorized websites and communications targeting attendees and exhibitors of the 2027 Professional Development…
SCMEA Advocates Join More Than 300 Music Education Supporters on Capitol Hill
On June 24, 2026, more than 300 music education leaders, advocates, and future educators gathered in Washington, DC, to highlight the importance of music education and advocate for stronger federal…
Crown ONE
Dear Directors, Music Educators, Students, and Families, Throughout my career in music education, serving as president of the South Carolina Music Educators Association (SCMEA) and past president of the South…
Dillon Middle School Tri-M Named National Chapter of the Year
Congratulations to the students and staff of the Dillon Middle School Tri-M Chapter! Their chapter was recently named Chapter of the Year under the Junior Division of Tri-M for the…
SC Musician – Call for Articles: A New Approach for 2026-2027
As we wrap up the school year, I’ve been thinking about how much good teaching is happening every day that never really gets shared beyond our own classrooms. The SC Musician…
Middle School Chorus Programs in Aiken County
Response from Tom Finigan, PresidentSouth Carolina Music Educators Association The recent decision by the Aiken County Public Schools to eliminate chorus programs at multiple middle schools is deeply concerning to…
Historic Moment for Music Education in Dillon School District 4
February 16, 2026, marked a historic day for music education in Dillon School District Four. District leaders welcomed a presentation in recognition of Music In Our Schools Month, highlighting the…
Music In Our Schools Month
This March, South Carolina music educators will celebrate under this year’s theme, United Through Music. While concerts and performances remain an important part of MIOSM®, this year’s focus invites us to think…
John Philip Sousa National High School Honor Band
The John Philip Sousa National High School Honor Band brings together outstanding high school instrumentalists from across the country for a national honor band experience. The 2026 ensemble will take…