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…
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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…
Call for Research Submissions – SCMEA 2026
Call for Research SubmissionsSouth Carolina Music Educators AssociationState Conference Poster SessionFebruary 5–7, 2026Deadline for Submissions – Monday, December 22, 2025 The South Carolina Music Educators Association will sponsor a research…
FMES @ SCMEA 2026
The FMES will feature workshop sessions presented by master teachers on the value and benefits of pursuing a career in music education, workshops by college professors on how to prepare…
Establish a Tri-M Chapter Today!
The Tri-M Music Honor Society is the international music honor society for middle/junior high and high school students. It is designed to recognize students for their academic and musical achievements, reward them…
MIOSM – 40th Music In Our Schools Month
March is Music in Our Schools Month® (MIOSM®)! Music educators in South Carolina will celebrate this important month through concerts, celebrations, and advocacy activities. For 40 years, March has…