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FEBRUARY 11–14 • SAN ANTONIO

HENRY B. GONZÁLEZ CONVENTION CENTER

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From the Editor

The end of the calendar year seems to come sooner each year. It may be because we’re busy or because our perspective changes with more experience. This time of year, I reflect on the positive relationships and activities that have helped frame the past year. Sharing a meal with family and friends, attending concerts, volunteering to help others, or simply wishing people well during this time of year are all uplifting to others and ourselves. Imagine this time of year without music. It is simply not possible.

This TMEA Clinic/Convention preview issue showcases the unique opportunities attendees can look forward to experiencing at our annual gathering in San Antonio. The Executive Board, staff, and volunteers have curated an exciting program that includes strategies to enhance your daily instruction, unparalleled concerts, and the best deals possible in our world-class exhibit hall. The winter break is a great time to start planning your schedule for February’s event.

Amid all the things we hear about in education today, this preview showcases the positive possibilities uniquely offered through high-quality music education. Highlights of every convention are the opening General Session performance by the combined Symphony Orchestra and Large School Mixed Choir and the concluding All-State student performances.

Our keynote speaker will deliver a powerful message about the critical role of music educators in helping students find their sound! Learn more about him and about attending the General Session on page 16.

In addition to the content of the annual convention, the exhibit hall will feature 600+ companies and institutions, with everything from instruments and music education materials to swag. So, get your POs in place to make the most of our exhibit hall.

I hope you have a wonderful holiday season and find some time to recharge for the second half of the school 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: Shane Goforth, North Shore Senior HS president@tmea.org / 713-516-7158

President-Elect: Jennifer Martin, Fort Worth ISD presidentelect@tmea.org / 817-814-2640

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

Band Vice-President: Andy Sealy, Hebron HS bandvp@tmea.org / 469-948-3011

Orchestra Vice-President: Sabrina Behrens, Travis HS orchestravp@tmea.org / 281-633-6300

Vocal Vice-President: Jennifer Gallagher, Shadow Creek HS vocalvp@tmea.org / 281-245-3865

Elementary Vice-President: Lauren Summa, Passmore ES elementaryvp@tmea.org / 281-585-6696 x3126

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: Mike Howard, mhoward@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

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Administrative Assistant: Darielle Cyphers, dcyphers@tmea.org

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PRESIDENT SHANE GOFORTH

I encourage you to go out and support your fellow musicians in their live music-making and remember that the music of the season is a big part of what makes the holidays such a wonderful time of year.

The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

December has always been one of my favorite months of the year to be a music educator. I look forward to holiday celebrations and a lengthy break, and I truly enjoy winter concerts. Winter concerts are unique in that they are full of holiday music, which I have loved since childhood, but more importantly they use music to bring people together purely to celebrate the joy of the season. We drop the concerns wrapped up in contests and evaluations and make music that connects to both the childlike whimsy and profound gratitude we feel at this time of year. These winter concerts are packed with excited families and community members. And, while my students and I enjoy exploring the fugal techniques utilized in the third movement of Hindemith’s symphony, at this time of year, it is clear that our audience prefers a rousing version of “Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer.”

It’s not just our students’ families who flock to holiday concerts; the attendance of concert goers everywhere increases dramatically during this season. Major symphonies depend on holiday concert ticket sales to offset expenses incurred by their less profitable concert series. The League of American Orchestras reported that recent record-breaking ticket sales for holiday-themed concerts have helped struggling symphonies rebound financially after the covid pandemic, bringing

MARK YOUR CALENDAR check www.tmea .org for updates

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

January 10—Area Band & Vocal auditions.

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

January 20— Last day to utilize the TMEA housing reservation system to book a hotel.

January 22—TMEA convention early registration deadline.

February 11–14—TMEA Clinic/Convention.

February 12, 8:00 a.m.—TMEA General Session at the convention.

February 12—TMEA Division business meetings at the convention (times vary).

February 13, 8:15 a.m.—TMEA Region meetings at the convention.

many back into the black and providing increased financial security for numerous others. You can hardly get a ticket to any production of The Nutcracker, there are rock bands who have built their identities and success around holiday music, and it’s a pop star’s dream to add their recording to the holiday canon of tunes we look forward to every year.

So why do we have such a passion for holiday music? First, I think it’s a combination of nostalgia and hope. We find comfort and community hearing and singing songs

that were part of our childhood. And while not everyone’s experiences are universally joyful, many remember the holidays as a time of rejoicing, generosity, and thanksgiving. Familiar seasonal music brings those fond memories back to us.

Many also feel a deep connection to the faith-based traditions of the season, and music plays an integral part in the celebration, understanding, and memories of their beliefs.

Music possesses a unique ability to transport us from our current circumstances, elevating us beyond the stresses and concerns of daily life. As we close this year and look forward to a new one, music’s power to bring us hope that the future will be better than the present seems particularly potent.

not only in their breadth and depth but also in their ability to transcend the mundanity and challenges of our daily lives.

So, this December I hope you take the opportunity to make some wonderful holiday music not only with your students but also with your friends and family. In addition, I encourage you to go out and support your fellow musicians in their live musicmaking and remember that the music of the season is a big part of what makes the holidays such a wonderful time of year.

CLINIC/CONVENTION UPDATE

Most importantly, I believe we love holiday music because we participate in so much of it. It is not only music that we have all heard, but it is also music that we have all made. We don’t just listen to the carols and hymns of the season, we sing them we make music, we establish connections in our minds and hearts that are unique

I hope you are planning to attend our 2026 Clinic/Convention in San Antonio, February 11–14. The Executive Board and staff have been working tirelessly to organize a truly world-class program of clinics and performances. With the wide variety of offerings scheduled for the convention, I am sure you will find a plethora of valuable opportunities to grow as a musician, educator, and leader.

To take advantage of all those opportu

Understand that each clinic hour in the schedule is sorted first by division, starting with General Membership events that apply to all and ending with Technology clinics, many of which apply to multiple or all divisions. Our College Division also hosts clinics that apply to multiple divisions, so be sure to look through each hour carefully.

As you start planning your attendance, remember to schedule time to visit the exhibit hall. Hundreds of exhibitors from around the world will be showcasing every imaginable musical device and educational service. Many will have outstanding convention deals, so bring a PO and go home with some bargains for your program.

The convention schedule preview in this issue includes the names of hundreds of TMEA members who are presenting, presiding, performing, and otherwise volunteering to make this event extraordinary. If you haven’t registered yet to help your TMEA division or TMEA staff as a convention registration volunteer, please take a moment and do so now at www.tmea.org/ volunteer. You will not only serve our association in valuable ways, but you’ll also connect with other awesome educators and get a better understanding about what makes our convention such an incredible experience for all.

CONVENTION APP

TMEA staff are completing work on the convention app and expect it to be customized and available for your use by early January. Members will receive an email from convention@tmea.org with instructions on how to download and log in to the TMEA convention app. Once logged in, users can create a personalized schedule, bookmark exhibitors, and customize their profile. Additional details on downloading the app and setting up your account will also be available at tmea.org/2026app. 0

Shane Goforth is Director of bands at North Shore Senior HS in Galena Park ISD.

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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 2026, the division Vice-Presidents being elected are Band and College.

Executive Board Candidates

Nominations close on January 14, 2026. By January 21, 2026, TMEA will notify members of all candidates for President-Elect and Band and College Vice-Presidents. Learn more at www.tmea.org/election.

Eligibility to Vote

If you are eligible to vote, your membership must be current by 2 p.m. CT on February 13 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 12, 2026.

• Band Vice-President: Active, Retired, and Honorary Life Members whose Primary Division is Band are eligible to vote. TMEA will email eligible members a link to their electronic ballot on February 12, 2026.

• College Vice-President: Active, Retired, and Honorary Life Members whose Primary Division is College are eligible to vote. TMEA will email eligible members a link to their electronic ballot on February 12, 2026.

Receiving Your Election Ballot

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

2. Ensure the primary email on your TMEA member record is accurate and is an email you can access on February 12. 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.

Ballot Help

Email membership@tmea.org before 5 p.m., February 13. 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 is utilized to prevent runoffs. Electronic voting closes at 6 p.m. CT on February 13, 2026.

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

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FEBRUARY 11–14 • SAN

ANTONIO • HENRY B. GONZ ÁLEZ CONVENTION CENTER

EARLY REGISTRATION

• Active TMEA members*: $70

• Retired TMEA members*: $20

• College Student members*: $0 (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.

Learn more: www.tmea.org/register

IMPORTANT DATES

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

• January 20: Last day to utilize the TMEA housing reservation system to book a hotel.

• January 22: Last day for early registration (details below on paying by check/PO).

• January 23–February 14: Registration fees increase (online or onsite payment):

• Active members: $95

• Out-of-state attendee: $170

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: www.tmea.org/registrationform

• If your check is not postmarked by January 22, 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 22 to be honored for convention registration.

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TI:ME Music Technology Wednesday Preconference

FEBRUARY 11 • 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.

PRECONFERENCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED

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

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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 room CC 214 to get your badge. This is on the second floor of the south side of the convention center.

T 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC 214 A

The Recording Company Game: Project Based Gamification

Clinician: Barbara Freedman, Greenwich HS

The Record Company Game gives students real-life experiences of being an artist signed to a record company and what it takes to produce a complete professional song or piece. Students virtually receive an advance, earn money by working for other artists, produce deliverables, and can win a variety of real prizes. Freedman will explain the game and what was learned in its first year of implementation.

T 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC 214 B

Reach the Other 80%: Music Tech Projects for Grades 4–12

Clinician: Bob Habersat, Shedthemusic

Boost engagement and reach more students with Soundtrap’s nonperformance-based tools. Students in grades 4–12 learn how to create songs, hip-hop beats, video game scores, radio ads, and podcasts while sharpening creative writing, and career-ready media skills using a standards aligned framework. No production experience needed. Bring a device to see how easy it is to have fun making music!

T 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC 214 C

Sampling Smart: Ethical Practices for Digital Music Education

Clinicians: Jessica Muñiz-Collado, Univ of North Texas; Meredith Allen, Splice

In modern music education, tech tools like DAWs, beat-making software, and online libraries are essential—but they bring legal and ethical

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 targeted. Otherwise, sessions should be of interest to all:

B – Band

O – Orchestra

V – Vocal

E – Elementary

C – College

challenges in sampling, copyright, and IP. Both tech-savvy and those new to digital will leave equipped with practical strategies, resources, and lesson frameworks to teach music tech ethics, balancing creative freedom with legal accountability.

T E 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC 214 D

Click, Drag, Compose! Unlocking Creativity Using Chrome Lab

Clinician: Ken Sarmiento, LF Smith ES

Discover fun, tech-friendly ways to teach music composition using Chrome Music Lab’s Song Maker and other built-in applications. Sarmiento will present easy-to-use activities that spark creativity, build music literacy, and seamlessly integrate technology into the elementary music classroom.

T 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM / CC 214 A

Like & Subscribe: Boosting Engagement Through Social Media

Clinicians: Carrie Webb, Summers MS; Laura Rice, Summers MS

Creating and maintaining social media pages for a fine arts program can be another daunting task on an educator’s already endless to-do list! Rice and Webb will share practical ways to help you create meaningful content through the use of social media and AI, as well as ways to analyze the effectiveness of your content. Tell your story before someone else does!

T 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM / CC 214 B

Tech Tools for Modern Band

Clinician: Samuel Fraga Escalante, Music Will Fraga Escalante will explore many useful and practical tools found online that can help attendees use popular music in the classroom. Online resources, including DAWs, beat-making, virtual instruments, and AI, will be discussed. This fluid and comprehensive integration of technology into the music education classroom is a necessity for educators who seek to use all that online music technology offers.

TECHNOLOGY PRECONFERENCE

T 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM / CC 214 C

AI in the Music Classroom

Clinician: Matt Woodward, Merlyn Mind

AI is changing the educational landscape. Discover the most updated methods to utilize AI in the music classroom. From LLM prompting to AI powered music notation tools, learn more about the tools you need to stay ahead of the AI wave and how to integrate them into your pedagogy.

T 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM / CC 214 D

Teaching Students How to Mix in BandLab or Soundtrap

Clinician: Richard McCready, River Hill HS

Students enjoy creating music in online DAWs such as Bandlab and Soundtrap, but often their mixes can sound muddy and mundane. Learn how even the simplest loop-based composition can go from blah to wow by learning to mix according to the four dimensions of sound. Learn about balance, placement, and shaping of sounds to make compositions zing.

T 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 214 B

Talk Data to Me: Assessment Without the Hassle

Clinician: Keith Dye, Texas Tech Univ

Learn how to implement efficient, authentic assessment practices that work with your existing curriculum that also speak the language of administrators and evaluators. Explore ways to document growth, provide feedback, and support student ownership using tools that align with TIA initiatives and can simplify your workflow.

T V 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 214 C

It’s Not Skynet (Yet): Practical Uses of AI for Conductors

Clinician: Gary Seighman, Trinity Univ

AI in the form of large language models has enormous potential to assist choral conductors. Seighman will focus on practical applications such as score study, repertoire selection, developing rehearsal strategies, and even ways to assist in developing effective conducting gestures. We will also learn how to navigate around risks including misinformation, copyright issues, and plagiarism.

T 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 214 D

Novadub: An Innovative Approach to Overdubbing

Clinician: James Nova, Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra

Join Nova for an interactive clinic showcasing how teachers can use a simple USB microphone and laptop to create engaging multitrack recordings. Overdubbing projects can foster individual expression, encourage interaction, and provide a tangible, rewarding product. Explore techniques for ensemble, etude, and solo preparation, paving the way for composition and arrangement exploration.

T C 1:45 – 2:45 PM / CC 214 A

Modeling Technology Integration in Undergrad Music Education

Clinicians: Shauna Pickens, Texas Tech Univ; Jenny Dees, Texas Tech Univ; Corey Sullivan, Texas Tech Univ

Today’s learning environments offer evolving instructional and assessment opportunities. Modeling the use of technology in teacher prep classes provides students with experiential learning and familiarity. Discover ways, through practical ideas and examples, to ensure future music educators are comfortable and proficient in integrating technology into their careers.

T 1:45 – 2:45 PM / CC 214 B

Tools to Enhance Your Teaching & Simplify Your To-Do List

Clinician: Marianne White, MakeMusic

White will talk about some tools that can lighten your load. Leave this session with ready-to-implement ideas to help you streamline communication, file organization, and other daily tasks in addition to tools to support student learning and growth goals. Free and paid solutions will be explored, all with a focus on how you can maximize your teaching and streamline the rest.

T 1:45 – 2:45 PM / CC 214 C

Leveraging AI for Efficient Music Teaching

Clinician: Michael Raiber, Oklahoma City Univ

Explore practical ways AI can streamline your teaching and administrative tasks. Learn to harness AI tools for lesson planning, assessment, communication, and organization, freeing time for creative teaching and student engagement.

T 1:45 – 2:45 PM / CC 214 D

Referencing: Create with Intention, Sound Like Pros

Clinician: Eric Jao, Mix Major

Referencing is a powerful tool in music production. It helps students create music that sounds like the songs they love and understand what makes those songs work. More importantly, it teaches them to make original music with intention. In this hands-on interactive session, learn practical referencing techniques. Bring a device and leave with classroom-ready strategies.

T E 3:00 – 4:00 PM / CC 214 A

Design Creative Resources for Your Music Classroom

Clinician: Amy Burns, Far Hills Country Day School

Learn how to design engaging resources using free and freemium tools perfect for your elementary music classroom! In this hands-on session, you’ll explore creative ways to make interactive lessons, visuals, and activities that captivate students and support learning. Walk away with ready-to-use ideas to spark joy in your music room!

T 3:00 – 4:00 PM / CC 214 B

Gear, Goals, Growth: Rethinking Tech in Music Education

Clinician: Kate Hargreaves, MusicEDU

Many teachers use tools like BandLab or GarageBand but often only scratch the surface of their features. Learn how to deepen student learning, align gear and tech use with curriculum goals, and create showcase-ready projects that spark engagement and build momentum. Whether you’re tech-curious or confident, this clinic helps you do more with what you’ve got—and plan for what’s next.

T 3:00 – 4:00 PM / CC 214 C

AI & MUED: Demystification, Utilization, Transformation

Clinician: Cory Meals, Univ of Houston, Moores School of Music

Artificial intelligence increasingly shapes our world, yet it remains underutilized and misunderstood in many music classrooms. Meals will demystify practical AI tools and show music educators at any level how to incorporate AI into lesson preparation, reflective teaching, and effective planning. Participants will explore tools and solutions from companies like OpenAI, Google, Anthropic, and Meta.

T 3:00 – 4:00 PM / CC 214 D

Self-Recording Techniques for Instrumentalists

Clinician: Seolae Hwang, Texas Tech Univ

Learn essential self-recording techniques for auditions, competitions, and music releases. Hwang will cover microphone types and placement for various instruments, home studio setup, sample rate/bit rate, budget gear tips, and basic editing using free software like Audacity.

T 4:15 – 5:15 PM / CC 214 A

Tips for Composing Songs with Suno and Udio

Clinician: Floyd Richmond, Tarleton State Univ

Artificial intelligence powers applications that enable the creation of high-quality songs through the use of descriptive prompts. Chief among these are Suno and Udio. Richmond will focus on customizing lyrics, genre, mood, instruments, vocal style, and sectional form with Suno and Udio.

T B 4:15 – 5:15 PM / CC 214 B

Building a Better Woodshed for Your Students with Soundtrap

Clinician: Brad Davis, Cannon School

Help your students make the most of their practice minutes with the help of Soundtrap. Offer them play-alongs and rhythm section tracks for jazz practice. Spice up fundamentals by having them play scales and exercises with grooves that will hit their ears way differently than that boring metronome. You’ll gain more insight, and they’ll have more fun!

T 4:15 – 5:15 PM / CC 214 C

Making a Number-One Hit with AI Songwriting Techniques

Clinician: Will Kuhn, TI:ME

Explore the latest creativity-boosting assists that AI and machine learning tools can provide students in your project-based 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 this and how it can enhance the human elements of meaning and authenticity—the brave new world awaits!

T 4:15 – 5:15 PM / CC 214 D

Turntable = Instrument: Why Your Modern Band Needs a DJ

Clinician: Eric Jao, Mix Major

Turntables aren’t just for playing songs—they’re instruments. DJs can scratch, sample, and shape sound in ways traditional instruments can’t (think Linkin Park). They can even guide the flow of a show, connecting songs into a seamless story. Led by DJ Enferno (Turntable Champion and Madonna’s tour DJ), you’ll learn how to make the DJ a core part of your modern band.

T 5:15 – 7:15 PM / CC LDR (RIVER LEVEL–GROTTO)

TI:ME Preconference Reception

Clinician: Mark Lochstampfor, TI:ME

Presider: Mike Lawson, TI:ME, Executive Director

Register to Attend the TI:ME Technology Preconference

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.

2026 TMEA Clinic/Convention SCHEDULE PREVIEW

The following schedule includes almost 500 events! In between gaining new strategies and getting inspired by amazing performances, you will find incredible deals in our expansive exhibit hall. Events with CC in the location name are in the Henry B. González Convention Center.

Active TMEA members and out-of-state registrants can earn continuing professional education credit during the convention (not available to College Student registrants). Almost every clinic and concert event qualifies for CPE credit, and this certificate is completed online following 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 11

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

Presider: Kim Blann, Keller ISD, TFAA President

B 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM / CC 217 AB

TMAA Concert Band Judges Workshop

Clinician: Rylon Guidry, Wakeland HS, TMAA Concert Band 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.

O 12:30 – 2:30 PM / CC 217 C

TMAA Orchestra Judges Workshop

Clinician: Lamar Smith, McKinney North HS, TMAA Orchestra Vice-President

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

GM 1:00 – 9:00 PM / CC REGISTRATION

TMEA Convention Registration & Badge Pickup

Register at www.tmea.org/register by January 22 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.

O B V 1:00 – 3:00 PM / CC 215

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

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 Director

B 2:00 – 4:00 PM / CC 217 AB

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

CC = Convention Center

This is an essential meeting for TMEA All-State musicians. Get the latest All-State updates and start your experience inspired to excellence.

Greg Countryman, Texas Music Adjudicators Association, TMAA

TMEA badge is not required for entry. $25 registration fee required to Directors not currently TMAA members may pay

Andrew Sealy, Hebron HS, TMEA Band Division Vice-President; Sabrina Behrens, Travis HS, TMEA Orchestra Division Vice-President; Jennifer Gallagher, Shadow Creek 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

TCCBDA All-State Student Registration and Directors Meeting

Andrew Wright, Grayson County College, TCCBDA President

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

Attend the TMEA General Session

Thursday, February 12, 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 Mickey Smith Jr., Grammy Music Educator Award Recipient and In-Demand Motivational Speaker.

Keynote Speaker Mickey Smith Jr.

Educator. Encourager.

These are just two of the words that describe Southwest Louisiana native Mickey Smith Jr. This eight-time Teacher of the Year and Grammy Music Educator Award recipient believes in promoting education and the educators across the globe who make it possible. He has shared his unique combination of message and music with thousands of students as a teacher, all-state conductor, and clinician.

In addition, he has taken his systems of joy for teaching to hundreds of educational conferences, school district meetings, and leadership development stages across North America sharing his “Keep On Going” approach. Mickey has extensive experience teaching in Title I, urban, suburban, rural, public, and private schools.

In addition to teaching, he empowers educators to build genuine relationships with students in order to discover the unique sound of every child in their class. Throughout Mickey’s career, he has experienced firsthand that every child is just one caring adult away from achieving success. Mickey was that very student who benefited because someone believed in who he could be.

He believes that modern-day teaching is relationship-based and that, more than ever, teaching cannot simply be about the subject matter; it must also be about showing students they matter.

You Don’t Need to Rush to

Get Your Badge

You can attend the General Session and then pick up your badge at Convention Registration.

2026 TMEA CLINIC/CONVENTION

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12

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

ATSSB State Board of Directors Breakfast Meeting

Presider: Angela Liss, Howe HS, ATSSB President

GM 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM / CC REGISTRATION

TMEA Convention Registration & Badge Pickup

Register at www.tmea.org/register by January 22 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 7:30 AM – 1:30 PM / MARRIOTT RW RIVER TERRACE

Phi Beta Mu Membership Committee Meeting

Presider: Robert Herrings, Vista Ridge HS, Membership Committee Chair

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

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

TMEA General Session

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

Attend this meeting of the TMEA membership, which will open with a performance by members of the All-State Symphony Orchestra and Large School Mixed Choir. In addition to important business updates and recognitions, we are excited to welcome Grammy Music Educator Award recipient and energizing keynote speaker Mickey Smith Jr., who is certain to bring joy and encouragement to all!

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

Exhibit Hall Open

Explore the TMEA Exhibit Hall, filled with representatives from the music industry and higher education institutions. You will find exhibitors and their booth locations at the end of the convention program and in the app.

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

Showcase: all about 5

Director/Organizer: Sally Bohls, Private Instructor

This professional woodwind quintet will play a wide variety of musical genres. It is their goal to educate as well as entertain their audience. There will be something for everyone!

B C 9:30 – 10:00 AM / CC NORTH LOBBY

Showcase: Texas Tech University Graduate Brass Quintet

Director/Organizer: Kevin Wass, Texas Tech Univ

Join the quintet for a dynamic performance featuring contemporary and traditional brass quintet works, including Ary Barroso’s Aquarela do Brasil, Lauren Bernofsky’s Suite for Brass Quintet, Op. 5, a transcription of Dance Suite no. 2 by Michael Praetorius, and the TMEA premiere of David Campo’s Across the Great Divide.

B C 9:30 – 10:00 AM / CC WEST LOBBY

Showcase: Myriad Saxophone Quartet

Director/Organizer: Austin Orr, Univ of North Texas

Enjoy a bold and electric program that bridges tradition and innovation, featuring everything from classical transcriptions to contemporary showstoppers—including David Maslanka’s Recitation Book: V. Fanfare on the Chorale Melody “Durch Adams Fall,” Kevin Day’s vibrant Converging Spectrums, and the sultry, Latin-inspired Chôro y Tango by Aldemaro Romero.

GM 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC 220

Ethical Music Educators: Staying Within the Lines and Spaces

Clinicians: Nathan Templeton, East Texas A&M Univ; Mark Crim, Retired; Tiger Hanner, Tiger Hanner Law

Presider: Eric Gray, Gilmer HS

The role of teacher extends beyond instruction to include modeling ethical behavior in all facets of professional life. The clinicians will facilitate scenario-based experiential learning focused on three core ethical areas: academic, financial, and relational, with guidelines and principles that foster trust, integrity, and respect within the academic community.

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

Mastering the Interview: Strategies for Success (Session 1)

Clinician: Kim Blann, Keller ISD, TFAA President

Presider: LaKeisha McGowen, Katy ISD

Sponsored by: Texas Fine Arts Administrators

In this interactive session, Texas fine arts administrators will share realworld strategies and insights into what makes a candidate stand out. Listen and learn or actively engage in small- and large-group discussions, mock interviews, and résumé reviews. Gain practical feedback and a clear understanding of what hiring officials are looking for in today’s arts education roles.

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

Concert: Stillman MS Jazz Ensemble

Conductor: David Ramirez, Stillman MS

Presider: Andrew Sealy, Hebron HS, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

B 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC 214

Empowering Student Leaders in Music Rehearsals

Clinician: Albert Vela, Magnolia HS

Presider: Jarrett Lipman, Vandegrift HS

Practical rehearsal strategies support student leadership, ownership, and reflective learning in band, orchestra, and choir settings. Vela will explore ways to implement student-led roles, peer assessment, and technology tools that promote engagement, accountability, and musical growth in all types of programs. CC = Convention Center

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

Showcase: SFA Horn Octet

Director/Organizer: Andrea Denis, Stephen F. Austin State Univ

These horn performance and music education majors from Stephen F. Austin State University will present an exciting program featuring underrepresented, new, and standard repertoire. They’ll perform Romp by Meredith Moore, Wavelengths by Thomas Singletary, and several more.

MUSIC MAJOR DAYS

Music Major Day at SEMO is your chance to step into the spotlight. You will have the opportunity to tour River Campus, connect with faculty, and learn about ensembles and scholarships.

Whether you plan to join us for your audition or just to see what the department is like, it is a first step toward turning your talent into a future!

UPCOMING DATES

* Auditions required for select ensembles and scholarship consideration.

Music Major Day: / November 10, 2025 / February 16, 2026

Audition Only Day: / February 28, 2026

Department of Music / (573) 651-2544 / nkenney@semo.edu

Find out more about our

Auditions here: Follow us @semomusic__

B 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC 217

Band or Banda? How to Connect with All Cultures in the Arts

Clinician: Saul Regalado, Economedes HS

Presider: Fabian Lopez, Vanguard Academy Regalado will offer examples of what works in urban and inner-city settings, including making connections with the community and with your students’ families. He will share best practices and provide examples of the various ensembles that attract students and keep them engaged in the arts, such as banda, guitar ensemble, mariachi, conjunto, and folklorico dance ensemble.

B 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC BRIDGE HALL

Cracking the Code: Training Yourself to Hear What Matters

Clinician: Cheldon Williams, West Virginia Univ

Presider: Aaron Snipes, Braswell HS

Explore a surveyed hierarchy of the elements of ensemble performance that shape audience perception. Learn how conductors can strategically influence these components to become intentional architects of audience perception regarding performance quality. This includes performance examples and international data representative of diverse populations, as well as related variables that guide perception.

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

The World We Create: Building Trust to Maximize Ensemble Musical Expression

TMEA Featured Clinician: Steven Davis, UMKC Conservatory

Presider: Kim Shuttlesworth, Coppell HS

While the familiar mantra of being “in tone, in tune, in time, and in touch” provides a useful framework for ensemble performance, it only scratches the surface of what true ensemble teaching entails. Real artistry emerges when musicians listen, trust, and respond to one another, transforming technical alignment into shared expression and collective meaning.

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. Locations will be published in the app and convention program.

O 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC 221

Leading with Joy in the Orchestra Classroom

TMEA Featured Clinician: LaSaundra Belcher, Shenandoah Univ

Presider: Joseph Bonura, PSJA Southwest ECHS

How can orchestra directors inspire excellence, foster connection, and create joyful learning environments that students eagerly look forward to every day? In this interactive session, Belcher will explore practical strategies for cultivating joy and enthusiasm in the orchestra classroom. Participants will engage with dynamic activities designed to boost student motivation and nurture positive relationships.

O 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC 225

Establishing a Self-Sufficient Classroom

Clinicians: Tiffany Webb, Krimmel IS; Stephen Cook, Krimmel IS

Presider: Jeffrey Grogan, Baylor Univ

Imagine your orchestra students tuning, rehearsing, and performing without a conductor! The clinicians will explore how a thoughtfully designed classroom, intentional beginner routines, and student-led processes can foster independence, collaboration, and musical excellence. Learn practical strategies to create an environment where students feel calm and capable of leading their own learning.

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

Concert: Stockton JH Varsity Tenor-Bass Choir

Conductors: Myra Corley, Stockton JH; Mariana Velandia, Stockton JH

Presider: Jennifer Gallagher, Shadow Creek HS, TMEA Vocal Division Vice-President

Presenter: Carlton Todd, Stockton JH, Principal

Accompanist: Kirk Jimenez, Conroe ISD

V 10:00 – 11:00 AM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 1 Unlocking Solo Singing Success: Tools for Choral Directors

Clinicians: Natalie Cummings, Univ of Wisconsin - Stevens Point; Melinda Brou, Texas A&M Univ Kingsville

Presider: Michael Zook, Perform America-TX, LLC

The clinicians will offer choral directors creative and effective strategies to prepare singers for solo and ensemble contests and college auditions. Explore new repertoire, diction hacks, and useful tech tools to make solo preparation a confident, engaging, and enriching experience that is beneficial for every student while saving you time.

E 10:00 – 11:00 AM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR ABC Stop, Clean, Point, Rotate! Incorporating Music Stations

Clinician: Lauren Blacketer, Hickey ES

Presider: Lynette Vincent, East Texas Baptist Univ

According to the T-TESS framework, a distinguished teacher creates student-centered learning opportunities. Stations will help students practice, understand, and apply their music knowledge by giving them time and space to learn independently and from peers. Learn more about why and how to logistically make stations work and what time in your lesson sequence to utilize this strategy.

E 10:00 – 11:00 AM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR DEF Sound Solutions: Creative Classroom Management Through Music

Clinician: Mary Knysh, Rhythmic Connections

Presider: Katelyn Zimmer, Ector County 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.

GM 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM / CC 220

Fuel & Flame: Finding the Mentors Who Light Your Way

Clinicians: Jerry Whorton, Melissa ISD; Jon Weddle, Celina ISD; Keith Murphy, Melissa ISD; Kim Boedeker, Melissa ISD

Presider: Angela Liss, Howe HS, ATSSB President

Success in music education is built through connection. Clinicians will explore how to find and build meaningful relationships with mentors from all walks of life. Learn how mentors can challenge, inspire, and shape your growth—and leave with clear strategies for creating twoway mentorships that help you thrive. No one becomes great alone.

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

Music Literacy in Minutes a Day

Clinician: Cynthia Gonzales, Texas State Univ

Presider: Brigitte Smith, San Marcos HS

Gonzales will present a multitude of short activities, from simple to complex, that nurture music literacy—a network of skills that are foundational for performing and listening musicians. Literacy exercises develop good musicians at all grade levels, as required in TEKS grades 1–12. Gonzales will share activities available on YouTube, via MakeMusic Cloud, and for teachers to perform themselves.

GM 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – SEGUIN A TMAA Committee on Standards of Adjudication and Performance Practices Meeting

Clinician: Craig Needham, Wylie (Wylie) ISD, TMAA President

Presider: Greg Countryman, Texas Music Adjudicators Association, TMAA

Executive Secretary

B 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM / CC 214

Conducting Chaos: The Juggling Act of Band Moms

Clinicians: Rachelle Isaacson, Cinco Ranch JH; Heather Becker, Hudson MS; Holly Taylor, Wylie East HS; Lisa James, Cinco Ranch JH

Presider: Cole Blount, Cinco Ranch JH

Being a band director is a full-time job—and so is being a mom. In this candid, uplifting session, the clinicians will highlight how they juggle both. Through stories, laughter, and real talk, you’ll gain strategies to manage the madness, avoid burnout, and find balance with less guilt and more heart. Whether you’re parenting toddlers or teens, you’ll gain strategies, solidarity, and sanity.

B 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM / CC 217

Steering the Ship: Navigating Growth in Band Programs

Clinicians: Jason Bird, Argyle ISD; Evan Fletcher, Argyle HS; Bojan Gutic, Argyle MS

Presider: Kevin McNulty, Melissa HS

Learn strategies for navigating fast growth in expanding communities. Learn how to chart your course, manage your crew, and weather the storms of rapid change—all while building a thriving, sustainable band program.

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

Teaching Band Technique and Artistry Through Marches

Clinician: Scott Deppe, Retired

Presider: Justin Collazo, Nederland HS

Demonstration Group: SETEX Winds and Percussion

Deppe will explore how to use marches to develop musicians’ skills by focusing not only on the processes of rehearsing march style but also on the methodology of achieving blend and balance, developing articulation and finger technique, building rhythmic understanding, and enhancing artistry. Teaching marches also develops skill sets needed for other genres of band literature.

BLINN COLLEGE MUSIC DEPARTMENT

The Blinn College Music Department offers the following degree pathways:

• Fully Transferable Associate of Arts Degree in Music

• Co-Enrollment Pathway with Texas Woman’s University for Bachelor of Science Degree in Music Therapy

• Co-Enrollment Pathway with Lamar University for Bachelor of Music Degree in Music Education

Our band and choir are open to music majors and non-majors alike. Schedule an audition and you could perform at world-class venues while living alongside your fellow band members in our Brenham Campus residence halls!

2026 auditions are available on:

January 31, 2026

February 28, 2026

April 11, 2026

May 9, 2026*

* Auditions and Color Guard Camp

Scan the QR code below to schedule an audition.

B O V C 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 3

Character Attributes of a Master Music Educator

Clinician: Tim Lautzenheiser, Butler Univ School of Music, Senior VicePresident of Education for Conn-Selmer, Inc.

Presider: Mike Howard, TMEA Deputy Director

Sponsored by: Alfred Music

While band and orchestra rehearsals are critical for teaching balance, intonation, and more, teachers often wish for greater student engagement and motivation to practice at home. Join Balmages for a live rehearsal where he will demonstrate ways to further engage students and recharge their batteries, motivating them to bring that energy home and practice.

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

Beyond Daily Drill: A Look into Programming for the Musical Experience

TMEA Featured Clinician: Steven Davis, UMKC Conservatory

Presider: Kim Shuttlesworth, Coppell HS

Through repertoire, we not only teach notes and rhythms but also shape students’ musical and cultural experiences. A strong curriculum spans eras, styles, and forms, includes a variety of composers, and balances masterworks with contemporary voices. These choices cultivate holistic musicianship, fostering technical skill, historical awareness, creativity, artistry, and expressive depth.

O 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC 221 Orchestra Division Business Meeting

Presider: Sabrina Behrens, Travis HS, TMEA Orchestra Division Vice-President

Attend this annual meeting of the TMEA Orchestra Division membership, which will open with remarks by our Featured Clinician Dr. LaSaundra Belcher and include a performance by our invited high school mariachi ensemble, Mariachi Grulla De Plata, Alfonso Rodriquez, Director.

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

Vocal Division Business Meeting

Presider: Jennifer Gallagher, Shadow Creek HS, TMEA Vocal Division Vice-President

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

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

Texas Orff Chapters Meeting

Presider: Paul Cimini, Williams ES, Texas Gulf Coast Chapter

With a performance by Rylander ES Rumblin’ Rhinos, Shaun Cherwink and Valentina Salgado, Directors.

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

Cultivating Connection Through Movement

Clinician: Lesley Dennis, QuaverEd

Presider: Traci Patterson, Seguin ES

Sponsored by: West Music

Bring text to life through music and play! Explore creative ways to incorporate a variety of text and literature in the music classroom to provide students fun cross-curricular and enriching musical learning experiences.

C 1:00 – 2:00 PM / CC 207 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.

T B O V E 1:00 – 2:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT AB Solving Common Audio Issues in School Music Programs

Clinicians: Erik Beyer, Yamaha Corporation of America; Gerard Miller, Coppell ISD; Geoffrey Schoeffel, Pageantry Audio; Barbara Freedman, Greenwich HS

Sponsored by: Yamaha Corporation of America

For all experience levels, this panel will address common audio challenges in music programs, from issues using microphones and uneven sound to unclear recordings. Learn practical, educator-tested solutions for rehearsal rooms, performances, and events—plus learn how to build a sustainable audio setup with limited time, staff, and funding.

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

Clinician: Kate Hargreaves, MusicEDU

Explore how to teach beat-making using Roland AIRA gear and Roland-50 free browser-based software. Learn how electronic music evolved through genres and how to embed it into your curriculum. Cover key concepts like rhythm, pitch, timbre, structure, and expression, plus strategies for assessing electronic music recordings and performances in meaningful, standards-aligned ways.

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

Showcase: Texas Woman’s University Trombone Trio

Director/Organizer: Zachariah Davis, Texas Woman’s Univ

Enjoy this diverse and exciting program of expressive repertoire, with works including Ewazen’s EagleHawk , Lynn’s Bachy Things, Vachey’s Meneut, Uber’s Manhattan Vignettes, and Whitten’s Inferno.

B C 2:00 – 2:30 PM / CC NORTH LOBBY

Showcase: University of North Texas Horn Octet

Director/Organizer: Katherine McBain, Univ of North Texas

This top performing group chosen from the 45+ students in the UNT horn studio will perform a range of selections, including orchestral transcriptions, new works for horn octet, and works by UNT alumni.

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

Showcase: Baylor University Onward Brass Quintet

Director/Organizer: Bridgette Thomas, Baylor Univ

Four junior music education students and one senior music performance major will feature brass quintet repertoire’s biggest hits, with works spanning all genres and styles. From classical, jazz, musicals, to romantic, and including their own arrangements, this quintet will showcase virtuosity and excitement throughout music history.

B C 2:00 – 2:30 PM / CC WEST LOBBY

Showcase: Double T Double Reeds

Director/Organizer: Susetta Rockett, Texas Tech Univ

Enjoy a dynamic concert celebrating the artistry of Texas Tech’s oboe and bassoon studios. The program will include thrilling new compositions by alumni Lon Chaffin and Gabe Musella, alongside timeless double reed classics—all performed by some of the university’s most accomplished young musicians.

E 2:00 – 4:00 PM / CC EXHIBIT HALL

Elementary Division – Visit the Exhibit Hall

This is a great time to visit the exhibits and attend Elementary Division concerts held in Stars at Night Ballroom 2–4. Find exhibitors and their booth locations at the end of the convention program and in the app.

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

Concert: Shady Oaks ES Sound Waves Orff Ensemble

Conductor: Andrea Rodriguez, Shady Oaks ES

Presider: Lauren Summa, Passmore ES, TMEA Elementary Division Vice-President

GM 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC 220

Title I Success: Culture and Curriculum to Bridge the Gap

Clinicians: Joshua Shaw, Coronado HS; Kathy Appleton, Coronado HS

Presider: Rodney Gurley, Monterey HS

The clinicians will explore how educators in Title I environments can create a culture of high standards and support the success of all students by leveraging the principles of the Opportunity Myth—gradeappropriate assignments, strong instruction, deep student engagement, and high expectations.

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

How to Speak “Principal”: Understanding Your Administrator

Clinician: Eradio Martinez, San Benito HS

Presider: James Spence, Cabaza MS

One of the most difficult challenges in music education is learning how to speak with an administrator. Martinez, who holds a master’s degree in educational leadership and a principal’s certification, will offer strategies, methods, and approaches that will help you effectively communicate with your administrator and convince them to advocate for the needs of your students.

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

Band Division Business Meeting

Presider: Andrew Sealy, Hebron HS, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

Attend this annual meeting of the TMEA Band Division membership. Get TMEA updates and participate in the future of our association.

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. Locations will be published in the app and convention program.

O 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC 221

The Podium Playbook: Rehearsal Strategies That Work

Clinician: Desiree Overree, Seven Lakes HS

Presider: Bryan Buffaloe, Clear Lake HS

Great rehearsals don’t just happen; they’re planned, paced, and practiced. Overee will offer a field-tested playbook for running efficient, musical, and meaningful orchestra rehearsals. With humor, heart, and practical tools honed from decades on the podium, she’ll cover everything from warmups to wrap-ups, so you can walk away with immediately usable real-world strategies.

O 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC 225

Harps Included from the Start: What, Why, and How

Clinicians: Elizabeth Chappell, Texas Tech Univ; Rachel Mazzucco, Texas Tech Univ; Edgar Quintanilla, Texas Tech Univ

Presider: Julia Gutierrez, Texas Tech Univ

Harps are essential to a symphony orchestra, yet school harp programs are rare. Barriers to accessibility can include instrument cost and size, limited pedagogical materials, and teacher inexperience. Clinicians will discuss how they have addressed these issues in their beginning strings classes and the benefits they found for all involved. Resource materials and technique tips will be offered.

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

Program Spotlight: David Crockett MS Orchestra – Building Musical Excellence

Clinicians: Brian Hairston, Crockett MS; Andrew Adams-Whitehead, Crockett MS

Presider: Sabrina Behrens, Travis HS, TMEA Orchestra Division Vice-President Clinicians will share how, alongside other strategies, three key pillars support their program success—orchestra karate, feedback protocols, and solo & ensemble participation. They foster student ownership of learning, cultivate musical excellence, and maintain strong student motivation throughout their orchestra experience.

V 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC 214

Authenticity & Accessibility: Spirituals by Black Composers

Clinician: Gyasi Blanton, Stratford HS

Presider: Jimmy Robertson, Naaman Forest HS

Spirituals are more than just the fun concert closer. There are many themes in these songs that make them powerful and moving. In this reading session, Blanton will focus on the authenticity and accessibility of the concert spiritual by Black composers for both junior high/middle school and high school choral programs.

V 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC 217

Repertoire Ideas for Unbalanced or Uniquely Voiced Choirs

Clinician: Abby Musgrove, Southeastern Oklahoma State Univ

Presider: Patrick Antinone, East Texas Baptist Univ

Almost all choir directors eventually find themselves leading a choir without enough of one or more voice types. Yet all choirs deserve highquality repertoire they can perform with excellence. Musgrove will highlight selections that are proven winners for choirs of unique voicings and will describe strategies for using traditionally voiced repertoire with unique or unbalanced choirs.

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

Work Smarter, Not Harder – Choir Edition

Clinicians: Laura Rachita, Friendswood JH; Christi Adams, Friendswood JH

Presider: Melissa Smith, Friendswood HS

Tired of drowning in to-dos? Rachita and Adams will help you dive into this resource-packed session and swim out with tools to tame clerical chaos, rock your recruitment game, and smooth out management mayhem. Work smarter and make room for the stuff you love.

V 2:30 – 3:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR DEF Game On! Rehearsal Games to Cultivate Agency & Independence

Clinicians: Margaret Winchell, Southern Methodist Univ; Kimberly Dunn Adams, West Chester Univ

Presider: Julie Scott, Southern Methodist Univ

The clinicians will share imaginative, engaging, and adaptable activities for choral rehearsals. These activities increase motivation and focus within the ensemble, specifically targeting memorization, retention, individual accountability, and assessment of concept comprehension. Packaging activities as games mitigates anxiety and enables students to meet rigorous standards of comprehension and performance.

E 2:30 – 3:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR ABC Creative Chaos: Creative Problem-Solving in Music Class

Clinician: Mary Ann Loesch, Leander ISD

Presider: Micki Hoevelman, Whitcomb ES

Dive into a world of creative chaos, where you’ll engage in hands-on activities that spark col laboration and ignite your passion for teaching. Tackle thrilling challenges like composing cap tivating pieces, crafting dynamic soundscapes, and using rhythm as a powerful communication tool. Be ready to have fun!

Selling Yourself: Strategies for Landing Your Dream Music Job

Clinicians: Philip Flynn, North East ISD; David Stephenson, Alamo Heights ISD; Marc Telles, Bastrop ISD

Presider: Bernard Rosenberg, Retired

When applying for a music job, it is important that applicants possess both the ability to highlight their strengths and the confidence to win over a panel. Flynn, Stephenson, and Telles will share with teachers a variety of strategies to put themselves in the best position to advance through the hiring process.

C 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC 205 Ask. Listen. Lead.: Coaching That Connects

Clinician: Brian Zator, East Texas A&M Univ

Presider: Tanner Leonardo, East Texas A&M Univ

Explore a transformative approach to coaching, asking questions, and staying curious that fosters connection, empowerment, and personal growth for educators and students. Based on Michael Bungay Stanier’s book The Coaching Habit, participants will learn about seven essential coaching questions designed to enhance communication, build trust, and unlock the potential of others.

C O 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC 206

Rehearsal Redefined: Focus, Flow & the Power of the Pyramid

Clinician: Michael Burris, Texas Woman’s Univ

Presider: Ryan Napier, Harpool MS

Discover how to transform your rehearsals with a structured, student-centered approach. Burris will review his rehearsal pyramid, a hierarchical framework that prioritizes musical components for ensemble growth and aligns rehearsal elements with a unified focus. Leave with tools to redefine your rehearsals, creating a flow that inspires and elevates student performance.

MUSIC

At SHSU’s School of Music, you’ll join a supportive community where creativity and collaboration thrive. Our faculty provide expert instruction, mentorship, and performance opportunities to help you turn your passion into a purposeful career in music.

November 15

Excluding Guitar

January 24

Excluding Piano, Percussion, & Guitar

February 7

Excluding Percussion, & Guitar

February 21

Excluding Piano & Guitar

February 28

April 25

Voice and Percussion Only

SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY

MOORES MOORES SCHOOL SCHOOL OF MUSIC OF MUSIC

At the Moores School of Music, our Music Education program prepares future and current teachers to grow as musicians, educators, and leaders. With hands-on, real-world experiences, you’ll build practical skills in conducting, pedagogy, and performance while learning to make a meaningful impact on young lives through music. For advanced study, our graduate program offers small classes and innovative topics that empower you to shape the future of music education in schools, universities, and the arts.

Learn more by contacting Dr. Julie Derges, Music Education Area Head, at jderges@uh.edu.

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

Popular Music Arrangements Through the Orff-Keetman Approach

TMEA Featured Clinician: Martina Vasil, Univ of Kentucky

Presider: Erika Knapp, Texas Woman’s Univ

T O 2:30 – 3:30 PM / CC BRIDGE HALL

Creating Mariachi Arrangements with Technology Tools

Clinician: Curtis Tredway, Univ of Texas at El Paso

Despite the growth of mariachi’s popularity, the availability of commercial arrangements for this ensemble still remains limited. Dr. Tredway will show how you can create mariachi arrangements with a variety of technology tools, from traditional software to artificial intelligence. Topics in this clinic may also be applicable to additional ensembles.

T O 2:30 – 3:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT AB Tech-Savvy Rehearsals: Streamline, Simplify, Succeed

Clinicians: Matt Cross, Allen HS; David DeVoto, Allen HS

Learn how to use technology to make your rehearsals more efficient and effective. Cross and DeVoto will offer practical tools to streamline planning, enhance communication, and save valuable time, so you can focus more on music-making. Whether you’re new to tech or looking to level up, walk away with strategies to modernize your workflow and maximize every rehearsal.

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

Beatmaking 101: Music Production for Live Performers

Clinicians: Will Kuhn, TI:ME; Lawrence Grey, Young Producers Group Don’t know your boom-baps from your beep-boops? Two Ableton Certified Trainers will lead you through the world of beat-making using the latest hardware and software for live performance. Attendees will get to jam on drum machines, synths, and laptops as we explore techniques that can enhance live performances in all kinds of settings, from the club to the stage and even the concert hall.

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

Concert: Tomball ISD Honor Choir

Conductor: Rachel Hamann, Creekview ES

Presider: Lauren Summa, Passmore ES, TMEA Elementary Division Vice-President

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

Concert: Stewart ES Mustang Chorale

Conductor: Edward Gibson, Stewart ES

Presider: Lauren Summa, Passmore ES, TMEA Elementary Division Vice-President

B C 3:30 – 4:00 PM / CC NORTH LOBBY

Showcase: Four Hornsmen of the Pines

Director/Organizer: Manuel Jasso, Stephen F. Austin State Univ

This Stephen F. Austin State University horn quartet will feature a wide variety of styles. They will perform a more standard piece with both lyrical and fanfare styles from Bozza to Latininspired rhythms and melodies in the Three Pointed Hat by De Falla, and end with a jazzy and swing feel in Waltzing Matilda by Davis.

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

Showcase: Timber Creek HS Trombone Consortium

Director/Organizer: Brad McCann, Timber Creek HS

The performance will feature a mix of standard and contemporary trombone ensemble repertoire, including Blowfest by Anthony O’Toole, Octet, Movement II by Gordon Jacob, Appalachian Fantasy by Chris Sharpe, and Contrapunctus IX by J.S. Bach.

B C 3:30 – 4:00 PM / CC WEST LOBBY

Showcase: Tarleton State Univ Saxophone Ensemble

Director/Organizer: Ricardo Allen, Tarleton State Univ

Original repertoire for saxophone ensemble has experienced a surge in recent years. Join this saxophone ensemble as they give an exciting program featuring original works for saxophone ensemble by awardwinning composers, Karalyn Shubring, Steven Bryant, and Jun Nagao!

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

Showcase: Angelo State Chamber Strings

Director/Organizer: Fagner Magrinelli Rocha, Angelo State Univ

Enjoy a vibrant program of Brazilian classical music. The performance will include Serenata for Strings by Alberto Nepomuceno, Concertino for Violin (1972) by Ernst Mahle, and Quatro Momentos No. 3 by Ernani Aguiar, known for its rhythmic intensity. The concert will conclude with popular selections from Tom Jobim’s music.

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. Details on selected research will be included in the app and the convention program.

GM 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC LDR (RIVER LEVEL–GROTTO) What’s in Your [School] Wallet?

Clinicians: Abby Crawford, Bridgeport ISD; Dr. Amy Ellis, Bridgeport ISD Superintendent; Sheri Albright, Bridgeport ISD CFO; Jennifer Haden, Pike MS

Presider: Aaron Martin, Bridgeport ISD

School funding and budgeting can be confusing, even to veteran teachers. The Bridgeport ISD Admin team will walk through the foundational blocks of school funding and building a budget, with advocacy for your program in mind. Dr. Ellis will share her unique perspective as a current superintendent, and there will be time for questions.

B 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC 214

Redefining Vertical Success in an Urban School Band Cluster

Clinicians: Adam Casiano, Stevens HS; Bobby Baiza, Pease MS; Ryan Williams, Stevens HS; Angela Dominguez, Pease MS

Presider: John Dominguez, Northside (San Antonio) ISD

The John Paul Stevens HS Band Cluster directors will present their collaborative approach to building strong and sustainable band programs. They will explore effective strategies for vertical alignment and innovative recruiting methods. Gain insight into how a shared vision and culture can drive student engagement, retention, and long-term success.

B 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC 217

Best Practices for Small School Bands

Clinicians: James Beeson, Bosqueville HS; Rodney Bennett, Olney HS; Elizabeth Kriczky, Holland HS; Mark Belding, Santo HS

Presider: John Carroll, Odessa College

Join these masters of small school teaching as they explore strategies for long-term success. This panel discussion will include starting beginners, instrument procurement, retention into high school band, literature selection, student leadership, planning for growth, staying motivated, and more.

B 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC BRIDGE HALL

Low Brass, High Impact: Unlocking Resonant Tone

Clinicians: Bud Johnson, Private Instructor; Brenton Marquart, Bridgeland HS

Presider: Sarah Ayoub, Arbor Creek MS

Demonstration Group: North Houston Low Brass Ensemble, Bud Johnson, Director

Johnson and Marquart will explore essential fundamentals, including a practical, five-minute breathing routine, and will share scalable strategies applicable to lessons, sectionals, and full ensemble fundamentals. Transform your ensemble’s foundation with enhanced clarity, power, and resonance.

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

Program Spotlight: Churchill HS Band – Shaping Complete Musicians

Clinicians: Amanda Stevenson, Churchill HS; Amy Plazek, Churchill HS; Rick Astorga, Churchill HS; Josue Mora, JM Woodwinds

Presider: Andrew Sealy, Hebron HS, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

Get an inside look at the daily, process-driven music education at Churchill HS. Through student leadership, live rehearsal snapshots, and performances from concert, jazz, and steel bands, this clinic demonstrates how a focus on holistic, well-rounded musicianship leads to student growth, organized creativity, and lasting program success.

B 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 3

Stay in Tune: Recruit! Retain! Repeat!

Clinician: Dana Pradervand-Sedatole, Michigan State Univ

Presider: Meredith Bishop, Pearland West JH

In today’s fast-paced and competitive educational landscape, attracting and keeping students in your program requires more than just great music. It takes strategy, relationships, and vision. Pradervand-Sedatole will explore innovative, effective approaches for recruiting new students as well as creative and successful strategies for keeping them engaged from the beginner level through high school.

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. Locations will be published in the app and convention program.

O 4:00 – 4:50 PM / CC LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

Concert: HS String Honor Orchestra – Klein Cain HS Chamber Orchestra

Conductors: Sundas Mohi-Truong, Klein Cain HS; Hanson Yong, Klein Cain HS

Presider: Sabrina Behrens, Travis HS, TMEA Orchestra Division Vice-President

O 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC 221

Finessing the First Year: Elevating Beginning Repertoire

Clinician: Debbie Lyle, Foundation for the Advancement of String Education

Presider: Matthew Porter, Tompkins HS

String students can play with beauty and insight at any level. Learn how to help beginners stop “sawing” through their first year, using engaging techniques that promote expression with varied articulations, rich tone, and better intonation. Explore beginning string songs common to most U.S. method books as well as additional folksong selections from world cultures.

O 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC 225

In-Depth Techniques for the Mariachi Guitarrón

Clinician: Carlos Gutierrez, Mariachi San Antonio

Presider: Adolfo Estrada, Univ of New Mexico

Gutierrez will explore and demonstrate in-depth techniques and best practices for performing on the guitarrón. Pedagogical methods employed by native practitioners will also be illustrated through multiple demonstrations. Gain an understanding of the fundamental techniques needed to support proficient guitarrón players.

V 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC 205

Still Golden: Golden Age of Mexican Choral Music Now

Clinician: Eladio Valenzuela, Retired

Presider: Melody Villegas, New MS

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, as well as a brief history of music education in Mexico and Texas.

V 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC 206

Harmony for All: Inclusion Strategies for Special Education Students in Rehearsal

Clinician: Natalie Hiler, Coyle MS

Presider: Janna Talmon, Retired

Hiler will offer strategies to help choir directors teach both general and special education students without sacrificing rehearsal time. Learn some 10-minute games that are suitable for all learners to review rhythm, solfège, and more. Hiler will also offer guidance on assessment for students with autism, Down syndrome, and other disabilities.

V 4:00 – 5:00 PM / CC 207

The First Two Weeks: Planning for Yearlong Success

Clinicians: Morgan Farren, Randall JH; Heather Farren, Canyon JH

Presider: Brandon Farren, Canyon HS

Out of necessity, from managing up to 120 middle school students at once, the clinicians have developed a practical, effective plan to kick off the school year successfully. They will guide you through classroom setup, routines, and creating a safe, engaging environment, while sharing a step-by-step overview of the first two weeks—laying the foundation for a thriving choir classroom.

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

Singing with Soul: Empowering Singers to Embrace

Expression

TMEA Featured Clinician: Anthony Trecek-King, Berkshire Choral International

Presider: Christie Brown, Johnson HS

From “Building the Room” to dynamic activities and singing exercises, singers will learn to break free from inhibitions, tap into authentic emotions, and infuse their performances with soulful expression. TrecekKing will explore the power of body language, stage presence, and vocal techniques to connect deeply with audiences.

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

Exploring Día de los Muertos in the Music Classroom

Clinician: Gabriela Montoya-Stier, Los Reyes ES

Presider: Christopher Vazquez, McDermott ES

Sponsored by: GIA Publications, Inc.

Montoya-Steir will share historical and cultural information about the popular Day of Remembrance holiday, Día de Los Muertos. She will explore its meaning through literature, instruments, and song and will present various music and art activities to integrate in the teaching of this holiday’s traditions.

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

Medieval Modes and Movement for Recorders and Orff Instruments

Clinician: Mary Knysh, Rhythmic Connections

Presider: Jennifer Mendez, Brooks-Quinn-Jones Eclc

Sponsored by: GIA Publications, Inc.

For both current and prospective mariachi directors, Nieto will show attendees how to use the Habits online resources to promote better practice habits for your students. He will demonstrate how to use videos to model instrument carriage and characteristic tone. Resources for theory, genre descriptions, and scheduling exercises for practice are available with online platforms such as Make Music and Music First.

O 5:30 – 6:30 PM / CC BRIDGE HALL

Beyond D Major: Building Intonation and Resonance

Clinician: Katie LaBrie, Randall Standridge Music LLC

Presider: Desiree Overree, Seven Lakes HS

Demonstration Group: Ben Barber Innovation Academy Camerata, Alex Young, Director

Sponsored by: Randall Standridge Music, LLC

Teaching string players there is more to life than D major can be a challenging hurdle—but it doesn’t have to be. Come explore five keys to unlocking great intonation. In this rehearsal clinic, you’ll have a front-row seat to strategies that build intonation and resonance through creative exercises and games.

V 5:30 – 6:30 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 1

Strategies for Choral Success and Director Well-Being

Clinician: Josi Alexander, Mansfield HS

Presider: Reginal Wright, Baylor Univ

Workplace burnout is increasingly common, especially for the secondary choral music educator. The struggle is real and ever persistent when striving for work and home–life balance. Good planning, classroom organization, and prioritizing mental wellness is key in helping choral directors prevent burnout while reigniting the art of teaching, the love of music, and extending yourself grace.

C 5:30 – 6:30 PM / CC 205

Multisensory Music Strategies for Students with Dyslexia

Clinician: Mande Gragg, Trinity School of Midland

Presider: Joni Jensen, Texas Woman’s Univ

Discover practical, research-based multisensory strategies to support students with dyslexia in music classrooms. Attendees will learn how to adapt lessons using color-coding, movement, and tactile tools and leave with ready-to-use activities and resources for inclusive music instruction.

C 5:30 – 6:30 PM / CC 206

If Only I Knew Then . . .

TMEA Featured Clinician: Peter Boonshaft, Hofstra Univ

Presider: Danielle Woolery, Texas Woman’s Univ

Collegiate students and new teachers will gain valuable advice in this session. Boonshaft will explore a multitude of topics often learned by teachers the hard way, focusing on how to avoid common problems every teacher encounters, with simple and motivational solutions.

C B O V 5:30 – 6:30 PM / CC 207

Practical Strategies for Rehearsal Efficiency

Clinician: Daniel Brecht-Haddad, Stephen F. Austin State Univ

Presider: Tamey Anglley, Stephen F. Austin State Univ

Gain practical strategies for minimizing time-wasting during rehearsals, aligning activities with musical goals, and incorporating student leadership. Attendees will learn how to plan and pace rehearsals more efficiently to support stronger musical outcomes.

C 5:30 – 6:30 PM / CC 215

So, I Graduated. Now What?

Clinician: Serayah Peters, McMurry Univ

Presider: Dee Romines, Hardin-Simmons Univ

Graduating with a music education degree doesn’t always lead to the classroom. Peters will share her journey into arts leadership and performance, highlighting the transferable skills gained through music education, such as communication, organization, and leadership. Discover practical ways for music educators to thrive beyond traditional roles while remaining true to their training and passion.

T B O V 5:30 – 6:20 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT AB

Set the Record StrAIght: The Future of AI in the Classroom

Clinician: Coleman Spears, Univ of Texas at El Paso

How do music educators navigate the biggest technological advancement since the iPhone, especially when it keeps evolving? Spears uses his time in the technology industry to demystify the complexities of AI and tools like ChatGPT, clarifying its past, discussing the future of AI in education, and showing a path toward closer human connection.

T B O V 5:30 – 6:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT CD

Building Audio Skills: Recording & Podcasting in Music Ed

Clinician: Erik Beyer, Yamaha Corporation of America

Sponsored by: Yamaha Corporation of America

With music programs embracing digital skills, Beyer will show you how to use affordable recording and podcasting tools for instruction, student engagement, and career readiness. Learn microphone techniques, software basics, publishing workflows, and classroom strategies that empower students through hands-on content creation and modern music tech.

GM 6:30 – 8:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – REPUBLIC B

Texas Black Music Educators Annual Meeting

Presider: Mark Martin, Univ of Houston, Moores School of Music

Connect with colleagues and learn more about TBME at this annual meeting.

B 6:30 – 7:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – SEGUIN B

Women Band Directors International Texas Chapter Meeting

Presider: Luzviminda Pascasio, Jones MS, WBDI Texas President

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

Music Class Beyond Words: Supporting All Communicators

Clinician: Kelli King, Keller ISD

Presider: Natalie Wood, Basswood ES

King blends her personal journey as a music educator and parent of a Deaf, autistic child with real-world strategies for making music class more responsive and accessible to students with special needs. This session is equal parts heart and how-to, tackling the myths and mindsets that keep our classrooms from truly welcoming every learner.

E 6:30 – 7:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR DEF Sprouting Joy Live: Growing Your Classroom Community

Clinician: Loren Tarnow, St. Elmo ES, KET President

Presider: Derek Tarnow, Austin ISD

Demonstration Group: St. Elmo Elementary Students

Experience social emotional learning in action through live student music-making. Led by the author of Sprouting Joy, Tarnow will present practical strategies for building a connected, inclusive classroom community through music. Come away with real examples, ready-to-use ideas, and renewed inspiration for cultivating belonging in your music room.

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

Move to the Beat: Music Therapy-Informed Resources for the Elementary Classroom

TMEA Featured Event Clinician: Stephanie Leavell, Music for Kiddos, Inc.

Presider: Emma Bassett, Nichols-Mock ES

Experience the power of active music-making with Leavell, a music therapist and children’s songwriter. In this interactive session, explore sensory regulation and classroom management strategies, engaging songs, book-based repertoire, and practical resources you can use immediately.

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

I Love Fifth Grade (Really!)

Clinician: Ashley Yarbrough, Powell ES

Presider: Karen Tanner, Retired

Many elementary music educators struggle teaching fifth grade. Sometimes these students arrive in a surly mood or are simply too cool for music class. Yarbrough will offer new lesson plans, strategies, and activities that will have students eagerly anticipating the next class. We will sing songs, play games, and learn new activities guaranteed to please even the most challenging class.

O B 7:00 – 7:50 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 1–2

Concert: Mariachi Grulla De Plata

Conductor: Alfonso Rodriguez, Grulla HS

Presider: Sabrina Behrens, Travis HS, TMEA Orchestra Division Vice-President

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

Concert: Garcia MS Advanced Treble Choir

Conductors: Robert Sanchez, Garcia MS; Evany Jackson, Garcia MS; Katia Mares, Garcia MS

Presider: Jennifer Gallagher, Shadow Creek HS, TMEA Vocal Division Vice-President

Presenter: Melody Eriksen, Brownsville ISD

Accompanist: Uzziel Guzman, Veterans Memorial HS

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

Concert: Jordan HS Warrior Treble Choir

Conductors: Raegan Grantham, Jordan HS; Audrey De La Cruz, Jordan HS

Presider: Jennifer Gallagher, Shadow Creek HS, TMEA Vocal Division Vice-President

Presenter: Christian De la Cruz, Tompkins HS Accompanist: Beverly Wanner

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

Level Up Your Young Choir: Beyond Unison

Clinician: Felipe Rosales, Corey Fine Arts/Dual Language Academy

Presider: Diane Lange, Univ of Texas at Arlington

While singing in homophony (two parts) may seem daunting for young choirs, it is not only achievable but also highly beneficial for your students. Rosales will detail “Bridging Elements” as an effective means of preparing your choirs to sing in homophony.

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

Recorder Magic with American Folk Songs

Clinician: Darla Meek, East Texas A&M Univ

Presider: Kimberly Wheelock, Christie ES

Sponsored by: GIA Publications, Inc.

Schay will introduce general music teachers to a variety of drumming games and drum circle techniques, offering concrete activities and facilitation tools for teaching drumming through a sound-before-sight approach.

Observe an All-State Rehearsal

Check the schedule for open All-State rehearsal sessions (throughout Thursday and on Friday morning). These are amazing opportunities for professional development!

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

First, We Sing! 101 Songs and Games for Intermediate Grades

Clinician: Susan Brumfield, Texas Tech Univ

Presider: Elisa Wiseman, Wester ES

2026 TMEA CLINIC/ CONVENTION DETAILS

HOURS & LOCATION

• February 11–14, 2026

• Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio

• Registration/Badge Pickup Hours:

Wednesday: 1:00 PM–9:00 PM

Thursday: 7:30 AM–5:00 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM–6:00 PM

Saturday: 7:30 AM–1:00 PM

• Exhibit Hours:

Thursday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM–6:00 PM (College Night, 5–8 PM, no badge required)

Saturday: 9:00 AM–1:00 PM

IMPORTANT DATES

January 14: TMEA hotel reservation cancellation deadline

January 20: Last day to utilize the TMEA housing reservation system to book a hotel

January 22: Deadline to pay Early Registration fees:

• Online registration paid by credit card

• Emailed registration forms (PO) must be received by January 22

• Mailed registration forms/checks must be postmarked by January 22

January 31: Technology Preconference online registration deadline

January 31: Upper-level School Administrator registration deadline

KEY MEETINGS

February 12, 8:00 a.m.: TMEA General Session, Lila Cockrell Theatre

February 12 (times vary): TMEA Division Business Meetings

February 13, 8:15 a.m.: TMEA Region Meetings

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2026 TMEA CLINIC/CONVENTION

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13

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 TFME 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM / CC REGISTRATION

TMEA Convention Registration & Badge Pickup

Register at www.tmea.org/register by January 22 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 8:15 – 9:00 AM / 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 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM / CC EXHIBIT HALL

Exhibit Hall Open

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

Showcase: River City Winds

Director/Organizer: Tyler Guzmán, MacArthur HS

This San Antonio–based professional chamber ensemble will present Brazilian chamber music for flute, clarinet, and bassoon, featuring duets by Lorenzo-Fernândez, Villa-Lobos, and Lacerda, and concluding with João Guilherme Ripper’s Trio ao vento. This colorful program highlights flexible instrumentation and diverse repertoire perfect for advancing student ensembles.

B 9:00 – 9:30 AM / CC NORTH LOBBY

Showcase: Space City Brass

Director/Organizer: Bud Johnson, Private Instructor

This professional ensemble features five of Houston’s most accomplished brass players. They will perform selections from Verne Reynolds’s Suite for Brass Quintet, Paquito D’Rivera’s Four Pieces, and Patrice Caratini’s Passages pour quintette de cuivres

B C 9:00 – 9:30 AM / CC TOWER VIEW LOBBY

Showcase: West Texas Community Tuba/Euphonium Ensemble

Director/Organizer: Arturo Galvan, Univ of Texas at El Paso

These West Texas students, band directors, and area players will present new, original works as well as transcriptions from the wind band, orchestral, and choral repertoire. They will feature Landis’s Hot Chicken, Tchaikovsky’s Andante Cantabile from Symphony 5, Hiroki Takahashi’s Maiden’s Three Dances, and Star Wars, End Credits by John Williams.

B C 9:00 – 9:30 AM / CC WEST LOBBY

Showcase: Iris Quartet

Director/Organizer: Harvey Nguyen, Univ of Texas at Tyler

This University of Texas at Tyler saxophone ensemble will present a program of contemporary repertoire featuring backing tracks, including Trentadue’s Bread and Circuses, ter Veldhuis’s The Body of Your Dreams, and Biedenbender’s you’ve been talking in your sleep

C 9:00 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. Details on selected research will be included in the app and the convention program.

GM 9:30 – 10:30 AM / CC 220

The Art of Connection: Music Teachers as Community Builders

Clinicians: Eddy Russell, Denton ISD; Kelley McGee, Denton ISD

Presider: Kelly Desjardins, Rodriguez MS

Russell and McGee will equip teachers with actionable strategies to build and strengthen relationships with administrators, school staff, community partners, families, and students to enhance their programs and broaden their impact.

GM TFME 9:30 – 10:30 AM / CC LDR (RIVER LEVEL–GROTTO) Earbuds to Ensembles: Connecting with Students Through Music They Love – The Score Podcast

Clinicians: Eric Jimenez, Conn-Selmer, Inc.; Justin McLean, Hightower HS

Presider: Jennifer Martin, Fort Worth ISD, TMEA President-Elect

Hosted by the IDEA Committee, attend this live recording of The Score podcast with hosts Eric Jimenez and Justin McLean. They will engage in discussion on bridging the gap between students’ personal music preferences and ensemble learning. Explore strategies for incorporating popular and culturally relevant music to boost engagement, foster creativity, and build meaningful connections.

B TFME 9:30 – 10:20 AM / CC LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

Concert: Aledo HS Percussion Ensemble

Conductor: Scott Stephens, Aledo HS

Presider: Andrew Sealy, Hebron HS, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

B 9:30 – 10:30 AM / CC 214

Helping Your Double Reed Students Choose the Best Reed

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

Presider: Kim Shuttlesworth, Coppell HS

One of the most frustrating issues in teaching beginner double reeds or works with double reeds at any level is helping students find the reed that best fits their needs. Auerbach and Bohls will explain bassoon and oboe reeds and how they function to help your students sound their best. Reeds are a scientific art form. The science happens before the art form is achieved.

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“This mouthpiece will be very highly sought-after in today’s clarinet world. It’s perfect for orchestra players looking for the depth and warmth without sacrificing the ability to project in large acoustic settings. That said, mouthpieces with these qualities are also very popular with chamber players and soloists playing in more intimate acoustic and musical environments.”

– Jim Kanter

B 9:30 – 10:30 AM / CC 217

How Do Winds ‘Flow’? Interpreting Hip-Hop–Inspired Band Works

Clinicians: Seth Davis, Texas Tech Univ; Kevin Day, Composer; Marie Douglas, Composer; Anthony Morris, Null MS; Katahj Copley, Composer

Presider: Tate Fincher, Clear Creek HS

While only just over 50 years old, hip-hop is one of the most listened to genres in the world. Composers Copley, Day, and Douglas will discuss how to approach interpreting their music with both joy and informed intent. Learn how to achieve depth in your study of hip-hop to better connect with your students.

B 9:30 – 10:30 AM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 1–2

Program Spotlight: Gorzycki MS Band – Curriculum, Culture, and Community

Clinicians: Suzanne Glaser, Gorzycki MS; Alexander Wahl, Gorzycki MS

Presider: Andrew Sealy, Hebron HS, TMEA Band Division Vice-President Gorzycki MS band directors will provide a brief overview of the band program, its program goals, and the holistic approach to providing a comprehensive musical experience. Glaser and Wahl will discuss performance opportunities, community building strategies, and how they have shaped a positive culture in their band program. Live student testimonials will also be featured.

O E 9:30 – 10:30 AM / CC 221

Building Community Through K–12 String Music

TMEA Featured Clinician: LaSaundra Belcher, Shenandoah Univ

Presider: Clarence Frank, Baytown Christian Academy

Demonstration Group: Texas Director Demo Group

Need help finding repertoire that resonates with students from all backgrounds and abilities? We will explore works by composers from underrepresented communities and gain insights into arranging and modifying scores to ensure all students participate fully. Leave with a repertoire list and skills to adapt repertoire that enhances technical skills and fosters community within the ensemble.

O 9:30 – 10:30 AM / CC 225

Violin and Viola Vibrato: A Nonlinear Approach

Clinician: Lisa Burrell, Lone Star College - Montgomery

Presider: Melinda Florian, Klein HS

Learning vibrato can be like putting together a jigsaw puzzle—the path to success is not the same for everyone. Some students succeed by following a prescriptive protocol, while others need to follow their curiosity to hone their perception and coordination. Learn short experiments to work into any curriculum that will provide students the tools to create personalized and functional vibrati.

O 9:30 – 10:30 AM / CC BRIDGE HALL

Beyond LaBamba: Taking Mariachi Ensembles to the Next Level

Clinician: Curtis Tredway, Univ of Texas at El Paso

Presider: Ramon Niño, North Side HS

Demonstration Group: Univ of Texas at El Paso Mariachi Los Mineros

The number of public-school mariachi ensembles has grown exponentially, in Texas and across the nation. Many instructors have overcome the first hurdle of putting an ensemble together, so what comes next?

Tredway will show how to level up your ensemble through repertoire choices, historical research, and rehearsal and performance techniques.

V TFME 9:30 – 9:55 AM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 2–4

Concert: Leo Adams MS Chorale Treble

Conductors: Ashley Grant, Leo Adams MS; Emily Cowan, Leo Adams MS

Presider: Jennifer Gallagher, Shadow Creek HS, TMEA Vocal Division Vice-President

Presenter: Amy Allibon, Retired

Accompanist: Michelle Gibson, Fort Worth Chorale

V 9:30 – 10:30 AM / CC 215

Raise Your Ya Ya Ya: Turning Social Media into Skills

Clinicians: Katherine Dunn-Ledger, South Garland HS; Michaella Prussack, Schrade MS

Presider: Jennifer Knudsen, Walnut Glen Academy for Excellence

Social media is not going away anytime soon. Rather than fight against the flow, find the viral videos and use them to build skills in the choir room. Dunn-Ledger and Prussack will discuss ways to adapt even the most ridiculous of trends into engaging skill-building.

V B O C TFME 9:30 – 10:30 AM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 1 Why Facts (Often) Don’t Change Minds

TMEA Featured Clinicians: Anthony Trecek-King, Berkshire Choral International; Melanie Trecek-King, Thinking Is Power

Presider: Evan Brown, Turner HS

Have you ever tried to change someone’s mind with facts, only to hit a brick wall? It’s a frustratingly common experience. The clinicians will explore the hidden forces that shape our perspectives, from the ways we form beliefs to the powerful roles of emotions, biases, and identity in maintaining them. As music educators, understanding these mental processes can empower us to approach disagreements with curiosity and empathy, not just a desire to be right.

E C 9:30 – 10:30 AM / CC 206 Harmonizing Chaos: Thriving in Your First Years as a Music Educator

Clinicians: Pamela Ramirez, Brownsville ISD; Jenna Gutierrez, Breeden ES

Presider: Sally Sandoval, Retired

Ramirez and Gutierrez will offer practical, real-world tips not learned in college. They’ll present routines to start and end class as well as strategies for using positive discipline techniques, setting up classroom managers so students want to be leaders, creating your performance calendar, and working with colleagues, other staff, and the community.

E 9:30 – 10:30 AM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR ABC Kodály Educators of Texas General Membership Meeting

Presider: Loren Tarnow, St. Elmo ES, KET President

With a performance by the Hays CISD Honor Choir, Savannah Cervantez, Mattie Baker, and Selena Valdez, Directors.

E 9:30 – 10:30 AM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS ABC Engage Every Learner with QuaverMusic

Clinician: Graham Hepburn, QuaverEd

Presider: Kirstie Guillotte, Heights ES

Degree Programs

Auditions:

January 17, 2026

February 7, 2026

March 21, 2026

Video Submissions Due:

April 18, 2026

Music Preview Day: November 14

Auditions are available in person or video submission.

Bachelor of Arts in Music

Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance

Bachelor of Music (teacher certification)

Performance Opportunities

A Cappella Chorus

Big Purple Colorguard / Acuity Winterguard

Big Purple Marching Band

Concert Band

Gospel Choir

Jazz Combos

Jazz Ensemble

Opera

Orchestra

Percussion Ensemble

Steel Drum Band

University Chorale

Wind Ensemble

C O TFME 9:30 – 10:30 AM / CC 205

Beyond “Just Do It”: Teaching Individual Practice Strategies

Clinician: Elizabeth Petersen, Stephen F. Austin State Univ

Presider: Nicole Laborte, Braswell HS

Do you wish your students were better at practicing? Do you want to teach your students how to practice but think it takes too much time? Explore roadblocks and solutions to effective practice, helpful practice strategies, and formats for structuring practice. Petersen will share assignments that teach practice skills and will review ways to teach and model practice while streamlining grading and record keeping.

C TFME 9:30 – 10:30 AM / CC 207

Mapping the Musical Body: Rhythm, Breath, and Ease

Clinicians: Samuel Hood, Texas Woman’s Univ; Spencer Hartman, Texas Tech Univ

Presider: Lisa Garner Santa, Texas Tech Univ

What if students could feel rhythm more deeply, move freely, and play with less strain? Dr. Hood will share rhythm-based movement games to improve pulse, phrasing, and ensemble cohesion. Dr. Hartman will present body mapping tools to reduce tension and boost awareness. Strategies are inclusive, engaging, and ready to use in any classroom.

C E 9:30 – 10:30 AM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR DEF

Modern Band and Orff Schulwerk

TMEA Featured Clinician: Martina Vasil, Univ of Kentucky

Presider: Jeffrey Tarr, Texas Woman’s Univ

Explore how modern band and Orff Schulwerk can work together to support student voice, creativity, and music-making. Learn about the many overlaps between modern band and Orff and learn how to bring the ukulele, bass guitar, drumkit, and more into elementary music classrooms.

T B O V TFME 9:30 – 10:30 AM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT AB

Using MuseScore to Its Fullest Potential in Any Classroom!

Clinician: David Horn

MuseScore is a free, open-source program that music educators can readily use for instruction purposes and enhancements to the lesson, and it can be a great budget-friendly device for your choral, band, or orchestral program. To participate in the session, bring a device with MuseScore installed.

T B O 9:30 – 10:30 AM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT CD

Popular Music Reading Session: Ear Before Ink

Clinicians: Danielle Collins, VanderCook College of Music; Kevin Longwill, TI:ME

In this hands-on session, explore pop, rock, funk, and R&B charts that reflect students’ musical lives and cultural identities. Learn pac ing strategies, explore culturally responsive rep, and build or expand a group with tools that support musical relevance, student voice, and authentic listening. If possible, bring your instrument or device.

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. Locations will be published in the app and convention program.

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

Concert: Liberty-Eylau HS Varsity Mixed Choir

Conductor: Sherri Pickering, Liberty-Eylau HS

Presider: Jennifer Gallagher, Shadow Creek HS, TMEA Vocal Division

Vice-President

Presenter: Terrie Shealy Sanders, Northwestern State Univ, Professor of Music

Accompanist: Marc-Andre Bougie, Texarkana College

B 10:30 – 11:00 AM / CC FOUNTAIN VIEW LOBBY

Showcase: Cedar Ridge Clarinet Choir

Director/Organizer: Arminda Velasquez, Cedar Ridge HS

Six clarinetists from the Cedar Ridge HS Wind Ensemble in Round Rock will present a diverse program featuring classic repertoire and their own arrangements for clarinet choir, including Astor Piazzolla’s Oblivion and Se Armo.

B C 10:30 – 11:00 AM / CC NORTH LOBBY

Showcase: Kainos Quartet

Director/Organizer: Scott Plugge, Sam Houston State Univ

This saxophone quartet of Sam Houston State University students will present an exciting array of pieces from modern contemporary styles to standard saxophone quartet repertoire, including Prized Possessions by Viet Cuong, Memory from Nepomuk’s Dances by Marcelo Zarvos, arr. Darius Mackie, and Introduction et Variations sur une Ronde Populaire by Gabriel Pierne.

B C 10:30 – 11:00 AM / CC TOWER VIEW LOBBY

Showcase: St. Mary’s University Bassline Brass

Director/Organizer: Matthew Mireles, St. Mary’s Univ

This ensemble will showcase the power and versatility of low brass through bold, expressive works, and virtuosic performances. Aiming to inspire audiences with a bold reimagining of what low brass music can be, their program will include music of Trombone Shorty, Elvis Crespo, Johnny Mandel, Maynard Ferguson, and Queen.

B C 10:30 – 11:00 AM / CC WEST LOBBY

Showcase: Huston-Tillotson University Chamber Players

Director/Organizer: William Oliver, Huston-Tillotson Univ

This flex instrumentation woodwind/percussion ensemble will present an exciting program of new and classic repertoire for chamber groups, including Tamura’s City Girl Sentimentalism, Thelonius Monk’s Ask Me Now for reed quintet, and Katahj Copely’s Serenade for Wind Nonet

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

Concert: Forestwood MS Cantus Varsity Tenor Bass Choir

Conductors: Kateri Lavacek, Forestwood MS; Hannah Watkins, Forestwood MS

Presider: Jennifer Gallagher, Shadow Creek HS, TMEA Vocal Division

GM 11:00 AM – Noon / CC 220

Career-Building in Your Program: Ready, Set, Go!

Clinician: Danielle Collins, VanderCook College of Music

Presider: Paul Sikes, Grapevine-Colleyville ISD

Learn 10 Monday-ready strategies for incorporating music career pathways into your existing program. Explore student roles, practical tools, and instructional approaches that connect music learning to creative industry opportunities and future-ready skills. This learning can be adapted to a variety of classroom settings without requiring a new course.

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

Mastering the Interview: Strategies for Success (Session 2)

Clinician: Kim Blann, Keller ISD, TFAA President

Presider: LaKeisha McGowen, Katy ISD

Sponsored by: Texas Fine Arts Administrators

B 11:00 AM – Noon / CC 214

Chops Kitchen for Percussion

Clinician: Christopher Lamb, New York Philharmonic

Presider: Jeff Mulvihill, KHS Music

Sponsored by: GIA Publications, Inc.

Book 2 skills are a critical part of the technical, musical, and reading skills that set up string students for future success in orchestra. Attendees will learn to use sightreading exercises, warmups, scales, videos, modern pictures, diagrams, and updated melodies from around the world to bridge the gap between beginner books and more advanced skills.

O 11:00 AM – Noon / CC 225

Harmony in Leadership: Rethinking Director Roles

Clinicians: Aline Moore, Lebanon Trail HS; Paul Vanderpool, Lebanon Trail HS

Presider: Aryc Lane, Reedy HS

Moore and Vanderpool will share a unique, team-based approach that’s helped their orchestra program thrive—without the traditional hierarchy. They’ll share real stories and practical tips on how flattening the leadership structure has empowered their students, strengthened their program, and supported young educators in growing with confidence.

V 11:00 AM – Noon / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 1 The Body–Tone Link: Live Coaching Title I MS & HS Choirs

Clinicians: Sooah Park, Univ of Texas at Tyler; Christina Cabrera, Longfellow MS; Catarina Cabrera, Lanier HS; Dyandra Cabrera, Pease MS

Presider: Dianne Brumley, Retired

Demonstration Group: Sidney Lanier HS/Longfellow MS, Christina Cabrera, Director

Observe real-time transformation as middle and high school choirs are coached using somatic and vocal strategies that immediately improve sound and student engagement. Through demonstration, learn about practical, body-based tools that support vocal development, foster belonging, and boost retention. Participants will leave with actionable techniques they can use for their choirs.

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

Kinetic Melodies: Including Everyone in Musical Movement

Clinician: Jason Jones, Univ of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Presider: Pamela Ramirez, Brownsville ISD

Everyone has a special kinetic melody. When kinetic melodies of students with sensory or movement differences clash with “normal” views of movement, students often feel alone. Jones, a differently abled musician, will present and provide resources for activities that include all kinetic melodies and avoid othering those with melodies in different keys.

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

Strings Made Simple: Effective Violin & Guitar for Elementary

Clinicians: Christina Benitez, Rio Grande City CISD; Noe Benitez, Rio Grande City CISD

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

Learn simple and fun introductory lessons and fundamental exercises to implement with beginner violin and guitar students in upper elementary grades. The clinicians will offer teaching tips, fundamental exercises, and motivational classroom frameworks to create a positive and successful elementary string classroom.

E 11:00 AM – Noon / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS ABC

Embracing Songs & Dances from the Philippines Beyond AAPI Month

TMEA Featured Clinician: Melissa Fuller Flores, Melodies and Moves

Presider: Katherine Johns, Floresville South ES

We can celebrate Filipino culture year-round! In this interactive workshop, Fuller Flores will offer engaging ways to bring traditional and contemporary Filipino songs, dances, and cultural activities into your music classroom. Move beyond AAPI heritage month to foster meaningful, year-round inclusion of Filipino culture and history in your teaching.

E 11:00 AM – Noon / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS DEF ¡Vamos a Jugar! Let’s Play!

Clinician: Anielka Silva-Berrios

Presider: Holly Bianchetta, Frazier ES

Sponsored by: West Music

Silva-Berrios will explore lesson ideas and activities using songs and games from different Latin American countries. Using a blend of Orff and Kodály approaches, these lesson activities can be readily incorporated in any music curriculum in a playful and engaging way.

C B O 11:00 AM – Noon / CC 205

Play It Forward! Exploring the Musical Edge Effect

Clinician: Brian Balmages, Alfred Music / MakeMusic

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

How can conductors reliably select great music? How can composers maintain artistry across grade levels? How can publishers help composers break into the field? How can publishers hurt that potential? How can performers of all ages benefit from the right synergy of all the above? Get ready to explore the magical intersection of possibility between composer, conductor, publisher, and performer.

C B O 11:00 AM – Noon / CC 206

Warmup and Ensemble Development Exercises That Work

TMEA Featured Clinician: Peter Boonshaft, Hofstra Univ

Presider: Zachariah Davis, Texas Woman’s Univ

Boonshaft will present effective exercises to develop ensemble performance, useful for band and orchestra teachers and conductors of any level. These focused warmups isolate and target improvement in the areas of balance, blend, intonation, rhythm, rhythmic subdivision, listening, articulation, dynamics, and virtually every aspect of large ensemble playing.

C 11:00 AM – Noon / CC 207

Supporting Student Well-Being Through Music Education

Clinician: Scott Edgar, Lake Forest College

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

Sponsored by: GIA Publications, Inc.

Youth social, emotional, physical, and mental health (well-being) are foundational for effective teaching and learning. Drawing from wellbeing tenets, Edgar will explore music-based strategies for teachers and students to build life skills to become more resilient and ready to learn.

C 11:00 AM – Noon / CC 215

Resonant Feedback: Inspiring Growth and Shaping Sound

Clinician: Tobin Stewart, Montana State Univ

Presider: Danielle Woolery, Texas Woman’s Univ

Sponsored by: GIA Publications, Inc.

Feedback that positively resonates with musicians and effectively motivates improvement requires artful balancing of encouragement with critique. Stewart will explore challenges and strategies of feedback in ensemble rehearsals. Through practical stories, real-life examples, and interactive activities, participants will gain tools to give feedback that inspires growth and musical excellence.

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

Podcasting: Training & Advocacy

Clinician: Barbara Freedman, Greenwich HS

Podcasting can be used in music classrooms, including ensembles. It is a great way for students to learn the basics of sound, recording techniques, audio editing, and interview techniques. This can also be used to promote your music program. Freedman will focus on projects, required tools to make a podcast, and how to make podcasts available publicly or privately to your school community.

T B O V E C 11:00 AM – Noon / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT CD

Leveraging AI in P–20 Music: Planning, Assessment & More

Clinician: Erika Knapp, Texas Woman’s Univ

Artificial intelligence has the power to transform music education through streamlined lesson planning, efficient assessment, and enhanced research capabilities. Knapp demonstrates hands-on AI applications for differentiated instruction, rubric generation, and student data analysis. Explore accessible platforms while discussing ethical considerations and implementation strategies.

B Noon – 12:30 PM / CC FOUNTAIN VIEW LOBBY

Showcase: Marcus HS Flute Choir

Director/Organizer: Jeffrey D. Jones, Marcus HS

This student-led ensemble from all four Marcus HS bands is fueled by friendship and collaboration. They explore the full range of the flute family—including piccolo, alto, and bass—in performances of classical and contemporary works. They hope attendees will enjoy how much music can connect people in everyday life.

B Noon – 12:30 PM / CC NORTH LOBBY

Showcase: Hardin-Simmons University Faculty Brass Quintet

Director/Organizer: Jay Lester, Hardin-Simmons Univ

This faculty ensemble will present a program featuring new and traditional works for the medium. One of their goals is to introduce works that are accessible to high school musicians. The program will include music from various periods including Renaissance, Baroque, Romantic, and modern.

B C Noon – 12:30 PM / CC TOWER VIEW LOBBY

Showcase: Texas Tech University Trombone Choir

Director/Organizer: James Decker, Texas Tech Univ

This trombone choir will perform a diverse program of original and arranged pieces, including Bruckner’s Os Justi, Houben’s Bonelab, Chris Garcia’s Trombone Brothers (winner of the 2015 TTU Trombone Choir Composition Contest), Bach’s Toccata and Fugue in D minor, and Fanfare by TTU student composer Matthew Ramirez.

B C Noon – 12:30 PM / CC WEST LOBBY

Showcase: Navarro College Saxophone Quartet

Director/Organizer: Joshua Buckrucker, Navarro College

Enjoy a vibrant and compelling program that blends new and classic repertoire for the saxophone medium. This performance promises to be a musical journey highlighting the versatility, power, and nuance of the saxophone, brought to life by the exceptional talent of Navarro College’s student musicians.

O Noon – 1:40 PM / CC 223

Orchestra Region Chairs Luncheon

Presider: Sabrina Behrens, Travis HS, TMEA Orchestra Division Vice-President

V Noon – 1:40 PM / CC 303 C Vocal Region and Area Chairs Luncheon

Presider: Jennifer Gallagher, Shadow Creek HS, TMEA Vocal Division Vice-President

C Noon – 1:30 PM / CC 212

College Region Chairs Luncheon

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

GM 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 205

Music on the Border: Increase Your Program’s Cultural Relevance

Clinicians: Fabian Lopez, Vanguard Academy; Saul Regalado, Economedes HS

Presider: Cristina Amorim, Vanguard Beethoven

Lopez and Regalado will share their experiences of teaching music in borderland communities, including strategies that support student engagement, language, and culture in secondary music programs. They will discuss culturally relevant repertoire tips and actionable steps for enhancing classroom culture, ensemble building, and community involvement.

GM 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 3

Music Education in Texas

Clinicians: Richard Floyd, UIL State Director of Music Emeritus; Robert Floyd, TMEA Executive Director Emeritus

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

With almost six decades of collective leadership engagement at the state level with UIL and TMEA, Richard and Robert Floyd have played a significant role in protecting music education and shaping state law and rule throughout their careers. In this conversation, moderated by Jerry Junkin, they will reminisce, share stories about their respective journeys, and offer valuable insight on leadership, dedication, and the importance of advocacy in music education.

B TFME 12:30 – 1:20 PM / CC LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

Concert: 1C Honor Band – Brewster School Honors Band

Conductor: Gerardo Reyes, Edinburg CISD

Presider: Andrew Sealy, Hebron HS, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

B TFME 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 214

Teaching Leadership Skills from the Podium

Clinician: Myra Rhoden, Univ of West Georgia

Presider: Gregory Denson, Cheek MS

Sponsored by: GIA Publications, Inc.

While not all students will become music educators, they can all develop transferable skills for use in our programs and beyond. Rhoden will share “10 Keys to Teaching Leadership Skills from the Podium” that will help you impact all students through daily, intentional leadership training. Learn about real-world examples from successful music educators that you can immediately implement.

Calling all change-makers.

Bring your talent to the premier progressive hub for the performing arts at the Ithaca College School of Music, Theatre, and Dance.

UNDERGRADUATE

2025–26 MUSIC AUDITIONS

Saturday, January 24, 2026

Saturday, February 7, 2026

Saturday, February 21, 2026

UNDERGRADUATE

APPLICATION DEADLINE

February 1

GRADUATE PROGRAMS

We’re thrille d to announce the return of our master’s degree programs:

Composition (M.M.)

Conducting (M.M.)

Performance (M.M.)

ithaca.edu/mtd/apply mtd@ithaca.edu

B 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 217

A Day in Beginning Flute Class

Clinician: Katherine Norris, Henry MS

Presider: Robert Herrings, Vista Ridge HS

Demonstration Group: Henry MS Beginning Flute Class

Get a glimpse of what a day in the beginning flute class looks like at Henry MS in Leander ISD. Norris and her beginning flute class will demonstrate daily routines, fundamental skills, and pacing utilized in class each day. Gain insight into building a strong, engaging, and effective beginner class.

B 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 221

From the Start: Successful Strategies for Beginner Pedagogy

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

Presider: Stan Mauldin, Retired

Developing a characteristic sound and range for both individual players and the ensemble is fundamental to our success. At our Title I school, where no students receive private lessons, we’ve implemented strategies to accelerate growth without sacrificing quality. Starting in beginner band, these practices are tailored to the level and intended to be a foundation for future growth.

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

TMEA/TJEA Region Jazz Coordinators Luncheon

Presider: Noe Marmolejo, Univ of Houston, Moores School of Music, TJEA President

O 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 225

Look Good, Feel Good, Sound Good: Year-One Cello

Clinician: Daniel Saenz, Sam Houston State Univ

Presider: Brandon Cornett, Clear Creek HS

Demonstration Group: Saenz Cello Studio

Gain practical strategies for starting middle school cello students that emphasize building solid technique, setting achievable goals, and preparing students for a smooth transition into high school orchestra.

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

Program Spotlight: Paschal HS Orchestra – The Motivating Power of Vision

Clinician: Christine Glass, Paschal HS

Presider: Ann Smith, Plano East Sr HS

Pass-off systems promote musical excellence by requiring musicians to master excerpts before progressing. This fosters accountability, preparedness, and ensemble cohesion while motivating individual growth. Glass will discuss how this approach ensures fairness, strengthens sections, and transforms individual effort into unified artistry, building a culture of excellence while working beyond the motivation of passing grades.

V 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 220

Voices Unbound: Genre-Bending, Culture-Centered Programming

Clinician: Stephanie Reyes, California State Univ, Northridge

Presider: Bridget Perez, Crosby HS

Dr. Reyes will share her dynamic approach to choral programming that transcends genre boundaries and resonates with students and communities. She will offer methods for blending popular, historical, and culturally significant works in a way that is authentic and engaging, including how to contextualize pieces respectfully and avoid tokenism. Learn more about creating impactful choral concerts that broaden engagement.

V 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC BRIDGE HALL

(Re)building a Choir Program? Tips and Tricks to Help

Clinician: Kayla O’Malley, Liberty Hill ISD

Presider: Abigail Kasberg, Santa Rita MS

(Re)building a choir program can be daunting, and for the choir director, it can also be isolating when surrounded by established programs with seemingly all the resources. O’Malley will provide ideas on research-based practices as well as resources for those looking to build a new program or rebuild an existing one.

V 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 1 Strategic Planning for the UIL Choir Sightreading Pilot

Clinician: Kay Owens, TMAA Vocal Vice-President

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

Sponsored by: GIA Publications, Inc.

While music education programs invest significant time building pedagogical, rehearsal, and musical strategies, the development of leadership skills is left to each individual. This is especially true with aspects of eliciting the best from others, culture building, and conflict resolution. Yet it is our leadership abilities that largely determine our success. Montgomery will help attendees identify strengths and areas for growth to become effective leaders.

GM TFME 2:00 – 3:00 PM / CC LDR (RIVER LEVEL–GROTTO)

Empowering Women to Leadership

Clinicians: Kim Blann, Keller ISD; LaKeisha McGowen, Katy ISD; Paulette Torchia, Tomball ISD

Presider: Manuel Gamez, TFAA Past-President

Sponsored by: Texas Fine Arts Administrators Association

Join the clinicians for engaging discussions, interactive activities, and real-world examples that highlight the qualities and skills of effective female leaders. Whether you aim to advance in your career, make a positive impact in your community, or enhance your leadership abilities, this event will inspire you to lead with confidence and integrity.

B TFME 2:00 – 2:50 PM / CC LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

Concert: 3C Honor Band – Cedar Park MS Symphonic Band

Conductor: Britni Hummel, Cedar Park MS

Presider: Andrew Sealy, Hebron HS, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

B 2:00 – 3:00 PM / CC 214

ATSSB General Membership Meeting

Presider: Angela Liss, Howe HS, ATSSB President

TEXAS LUTHERAN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MUSIC

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:

Monday, February 16, 2026 • 1 - 3pm

Saturday, March 28, 2026 • 1 - 3pm

Saturday, April 11, 2026 • 1 - 3pm

Individual audition dates may be requested if necessary.

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

TLU SCHOOL OF MUSIC

DEPARTMENT HEADS

Douglas R. Boyer Director, School of Music and Director of Choral Activities dboyer@tlu.edu 830-372-6869 or 800-771-8521

Heather Couture Musicology Studies hcouture@tlu.edu

Eliza Jeffords Director of Strings ejeffords@tlu.edu

Melissa Lubecke Sarabia Director of Vocal Studies mlubecke@tlu.edu

SungEun Park Director of Piano Studies supark@tlu.edu

Brett A. Richardson Director of Bands brichardson@tlu.edu

FACULTY

Carol Brittin Chambers Composer in Residence & Composition

Lauren Casey-Clyde Asst. Professor, Trombone & Euphonium

Jimmy Cheung Asst. Professor, Piano & Collaborative Pianist

Sean Holmes Asst. Professor, Horn & General Music

Stephanie Hulsey Instructor, Flute

Michael Keplinger Instructor, Guitar

Martin Kesuma Asst. Professor, Piano & Music Theory

Elizabeth Lee Asst. Professor, Cello

Katherine Martz Instructor, Bassoon

Scott McDonald Instructor, Saxophone, Jazz Band & Music Education

Carla McElhaney Asst. Professor, General Music

David Milburn Instructor, Double Bass

Daniel Orban Instructor, Trumpet

Keith Robinson Instructor, Tuba & Music Education

Jill Rodriguez Instructor, General Music

Eric Siu Asst. Professor, Violin

Yu-Hsin Teng Asst. Professor, Collaborative Pianist

Bryce Turner Instructor, Percussion

Shareen Vader Instructor, Piano & Music Education

Mika Allison Valenzuela Instructor, Oboe

Yvonne Vasquez Instructor, Mariachi

Tyler Webster Asst. Professor, Clarinet & General Music

FEBRUARY 20, 2026 DEADLINE

MUSIC EDUCATION PERFORMANCE COMPOSITION

MUSIC

MUSIC MINOR

MAT

(MASTER OF ARTS IN TEACHING)

5TH YEAR PROFRAM FOLLOWING THE BM

• Faculty who focus on UNDERGRADUATES

• Frequent national and international ENSEMBLE TOURING

• 100% JOB PLACEMENT for music education majors (35+ consecutive years)

• 16 ensembles, private lessons, and chamber music available to ALL STUDENTS, regardless of major

• 11 FULL-TIME music faculty + 22 applied artist-teachers

• Located in CULTURALLY VIBRANT San Antonio

• Study at one of the nation’s top liberal arts institutions

B 2:00 – 3:00 PM / CC 217

Rhythm & Resiliency: Achieving Success in an Urban Setting

Clinicians: Keavon Runnels, Austin HS; Sybil James, Willowridge HS; Evan Fontenot, Lamar Cons HS; Kuan Mitchell, Worthing HS

Presider: Eric Wright, Willowridge HS

Explore how programs can thrive despite challenges often faced in urban school environments. Through real-world examples and practical strategies, the clinicians will share how directors, students, and communities work together to navigate limited resources.

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

Brass Lab: Diagnose, Treat, and Transform Your Brass Section

Clinician: Jason Harvey, Mitchell Intermediate School

Presider: Susan Meyer Patterson, Retired Demonstration Group: The Woodlands HS Brass

Whether you’re a brass or woodwind expert, learn proven formulas to diagnose, treat, and prevent brass issues from beginner to high school. Tone, articulation, intonation, multiple tonguing, reading, practice, and musicality will be covered. Lab coats are optional but bring your mouthpiece as experimentation will be encouraged!

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

The Joy of Music: A Guide to Remembering Our Purpose

TMEA Featured Clinician: Steven Davis, UMKC Conservatory

Presider: Kim Shuttlesworth, Coppell HS

Teachers and artists should regularly ask themselves, “How are you doing?” This question goes beyond productivity to address stress, burnout, and curricular imbalance. The constant pressure to achieve, perform, and meet external demands can erode our joy and our effectiveness. Acknowledging these challenges and fostering balance and reflection is essential for our well-being and the authenticity we bring to our students and art.

O 2:00 – 3:00 PM / CC 221

Breaking It Down: Rehearsal Strategies for MS/HS Repertoire

Clinician: Debbie Lyle, Foundation for the Advancement of String Education

Presider: Matthew Porter, Tompkins HS

Expand your rehearsal toolkit with Bornoff-based strategies that can help you break down and overcome challenges in real time. Exploring examples from middle- and high-school level music, selected strategies will demonstrate how to isolate right-hand and left-hand issues, create repertoire-based technical exercises, disguise repetitions, and engage students in critical reflection. Bring an instrument and play along!

O B C 2:00 – 3:00 PM / CC 225

Planning SMART Goals & Packaging Artifacts for T-TESS

TMEA Featured Clinician: LaSaundra Belcher, Shenandoah Univ

Presider: Melissa Livings, Pearce HS

How can music educators effectively create SMART goals and strategically package artifacts to showcase their instructional growth within the T-TESS evaluation framework? In this interactive workshop, Belcher will guide participants through the process of setting SMART goals tailored to their teaching practice. Participants will also learn how to curate and present artifacts that clearly demonstrate achievement.

O 2:00 – 3:00 PM / CC BRIDGE HALL

Developing and Maintaining a Parent Orchestra

Clinicians: Brian Coatney, Wylie HS; Annie Ray, Annandale HS

Presider: Sammy Branch, Martin HS

Demonstration Group: Wylie Parent Orchestra, Brian Coatney, Director Music has the power to bring people together, foster creativity, and create a sense of community. There has been a growing interest in parental involvement in their children’s musical education. One innovative strategy is the creation of a parent orchestra within school programs. Coatney and Ray will explore the benefits of establishing a parent orchestra and share details on how to maintain the program.

V TFME 2:00 – 3:00 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 1

Debunking Vocal Myths

Clinician: James Rodriguez, Texas Christian Univ

Presider: Marla Ringel, Texas Christian Univ

Through research, vocal pedagogy continues to evolve, yet many educators use inherited phrases that lack scientific support. Rodriguez will explore common instructions, such as “smile when you sing” or “sing from your diaphragm,” and will highlight the need for evidence-based approaches in teaching healthy, effective vocal technique.

V 2:00 – 3:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR ABC

Repertoire Selection: Let Them Eat Cake, But Don’t Forget the Veggies!

Clinician: Cathy Koziatek, Allen HS

Presider: Trenton Davis, Allen HS

When selecting repertoire for our choirs, we must consider many factors. How can we program music the students enjoy (cake) that also advances their music education and vocal development (veggies)? And what about making our audiences happy, too? Koziatek will help you formulate perfect recipes for programming that can begin to please everyone!

V TFME 2:00 – 3:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR DEF

Honing Your Artistic Craft: A Choral Conducting Masterclass

Clinician: Eric Posada, Angelo State Univ

Presider: Jessica Rosas Posada, Eastern New Mexico Univ

Demonstration Group: Angelo State University Chamber Singers

When music educators enter the workforce, it is difficult to hone our craft. Left-hand independence and right-hand mastery are replaced with solfège hand signs, snapping, and mouthing of the text. The beautiful conducting we once showcased in college fades away. Join Posada in examining your gesture, refining it, and experiencing its impact on choral artistry.

V 2:00 – 3:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS ABC

Texts and Tunes to Ignite Your Middle School Choir

Clinician: Victor Johnson, Retired

Presider: Theresa Pritchard, Vista Ridge MS

Johnson will present and lead attendees through choral music titles and resources selected especially for developing and advanced middle school/junior high singers. He will offer insightful teaching tips to help guide young musicians from daily practice to performance.

V 2:00 – 3:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS DEF

Competition to Connection: Redefining the Choir Year

Clinician: Evan Key, Cy-Fair HS

Presider: Jed Ragsdale, Tomball Memorial HS

Music educators are tasked with providing students with one main experience: joyful music-making. However, choir directors are also tasked with planning a calendar year that revolves around competition. Key will explore ways to lessen the pressure and power competition has over secondary choral programs.

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

Concert: Rancho Sienna ES

Conductor: Addie Henry, Rancho Sienna ES

Presider: Lauren Summa, Passmore ES, TMEA Elementary Division Vice-President

C 2:00 – 3:00 PM / CC 205

Preparing for Success on the TExES Music and PPR Exams

Clinicians: Shauna Pickens, Texas Tech Univ; Laura Bock, Univ of Texas at Austin

Presider: Corey Sullivan, Texas Tech Univ

Preparing for the Texas music teacher certification exams can be daunting. Pickens and Bock will provide helpful information about registration, preparation, and success on the TExES Music and PPR Exams. The session will include practice questions, small- and large-group discussions, and access to a list of study resources.

C B O V TFME 2:00 – 3:00 PM / CC 206

How We Teach Is As Important As What We Teach: 20 Ways to Energize Rehearsals

TMEA Featured Clinician: Peter Boonshaft, Hofstra Univ

Presider: Marissa Stanfill, Baylor Univ

Useful for teachers and conductors of any level and type of ensemble, Boonshaft will present ways to improve and focus rehearsing and teaching. He will offer specific techniques to solve everyday concerns and provide a practical look at what, why, and how we can teach to achieve better results faster, easier, and more efficiently.

C B O V 2:00 – 3:00 PM / CC 207

Strategies and Resources for Diversifying Your Programming

Clinician: Rob Deemer, State Univ of New York at Fredonia

Presider: Cory Meals, Univ of Houston, Moores School of Music

As Director of the Institute for Composer Diversity at the State University of New York at Fredonia, Dr. Deemer will discuss rationales, strategies, and best practices for educators interested in diversifying their programming. He will also discuss the database resources and analysis projects that the Institute has created over the last seven years.

C 2:00 – 3:00 PM / CC 215

Bringing Popular Music Into the Music Classroom

Clinicians: Candice Mattio, Univ of Southern California; Stacey Swanson, Univ of Miami; Stephen Cox, Willis Wonderland Foundation

Presider: Richard Palese, Univ of Texas at Austin

Popular music offers powerful opportunities to engage students and build musical skills. Clinicians will explore practical strategies for incorporating contemporary genres into traditional music curricula. They will demonstrate lesson frameworks, repertoire selection, and assessment methods that honor both popular and classical traditions while meeting educational standards.

T B O V C TFME 2:00 – 3:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT AB

MuseScore, a Free Open-Source Notation Program for Music

Clinician: Floyd Richmond, Tarleton State Univ MuseScore is a mature, cross-platform music notation program that is free (with optional purchases). This open-source music notation program has a database of 1.5 million existing scores, many of which can be easily arranged for small and large ensembles. It supports scanning, MIDI, xml files, and more.

T B O V C 2:00 – 3:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT CD Modern Music Ensembles: The First Five Years

Clinicians: Kevin Longwill, TI:ME; Danielle Collins, VanderCook College of Music

Explore modern music ensembles and learn about the necessary equipment and strategies for their successful development. Longwill and Collins will explore specific gear and utilization, as well as how to expand function as ensembles grow and evolve.

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

Concert: Durham ES Spotlight Choir

Conductor: Michelle Womack, Durham ES

Presider: Lauren Summa, Passmore ES, TMEA Elementary Division Vice-President

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

Showcase: Lamar University Clarinet Ensemble

Director/Organizer: Jennifer Iles, Lamar Univ

Join the ensemble for a vibrant and whimsical program that mixes humor and virtuosity, celebrating the full range and expressive power of the clarinet family. The performance features fun, energetic pieces like Black Cat by Ian Deterling, Clownery for Clarinets by Harry Stalpers, Dance Creole by Cécile Chaminade, and Send in the Clowns by Stephen Sondheim.

B 3:00 – 3:30 PM / CC NORTH LOBBY

Showcase: Eastlake HS Trombone Quartet

Director/Organizer: Nicholas Flood, Eastlake HS

This high school trombone quartet will perform a variety of repertoire in different styles and genres.

B 3:00 – 3:30 PM / CC TOWER VIEW LOBBY

Showcase: Lone Star State Trumpet Guild

Director/Organizer: Jay Lester, Hardin-Simmons Univ

This professional trumpet ensemble will present an exciting program with new and standard works for trumpet ensemble. Many of these pieces will be newly written or arranged for this convention.

E 3:00 – 3:25 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 2–4

Concert: Crestview ES Eagle-aires

Conductor: Amanda Pullen, Crestview ES

Presider: Michele Hobizal, Retired

GM 3:30 – 4:30 PM / CC 220

Capturing TIA Data Using SLOs & Portfolios in Fine Arts

Clinician: Martin Cantu, La Joya Senior HS

Presider: Paul Sikes, Grapevine-Colleyville ISD

Learn how to effectively capture student growth data for the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) in fine arts courses by leveraging student learning objectives and portfolios. Cantu will explore aligning instruction with TEKS-based assessments, designing purposeful student artifacts, and expanding access to TIA by using these student growth measures in the fine arts classroom.

GM TFME 3:30 – 4:30 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 3

Texas Future Music Educators Meeting & Keynote

Presider: Kay Vanlandingham, TMEA Administrative Director

All chapters of Texas Future Music Educators are invited to this annual gathering! This is your chance to showcase your chapter and connect with TFME members from across the state! Join us for an update from TMEA, followed by an inspiring keynote address by Brian Balmages— an award-winning composer, conductor, producer, and performer.

GM 3:30 – 4:30 PM / CC LDR (RIVER LEVEL–GROTTO)

Legislative Update

Clinicians: Joe Muñoz, TMEA Executive Director; Robert Floyd, TMEA

Legislative Liaison; Matt Matthews, Governmental Relations Consultant; Julia Grizzard, Governmental Relations Consultant

Presider: Shane Goforth, North Shore Sr HS, TMEA President Muñoz, Floyd, and TMEA consultants Matthews and Grizzard will share the impact of the 89th legislative and special sessions on fine arts education. They will also discuss interim activities to engage and educate legislative candidates about how music and arts education are essential in a well-rounded education as called for in state policy.

MUSIC DEGREES

B.A. in Music

B.M. in Music Composition

Classical and Film & Game Scoring

B.M. in Music Education

B.M. in Music Therapy

B.M. in Performance

GRADUATE MUSIC DEGREES

M.M. in Conducting

M.M. in Music Education

M.M. in Music Composition

M.M. in Musicology

M.M. in Performance

M.M. in Theory Pedagogy

Artist Diploma

Performer’s Diploma

Study with Dallas Symphony Orchestra Faculty at SMU

SMU Auditions 2025-26: December 6, January 31, February 21 and 28

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.

B 3:30 – 4:30 PM / CC 214

Trumpet Triumph: Essential Tools for Beginning Players

Clinicians: Lynn Pogue, Bowie MS; Nathan Ewing, Nimitz HS; Gary Barrow, Retired, Arkansas Tech Univ

Presider: Julian Torres, Bowie MS

Improve your trumpet teaching with techniques for posture, hand position, breathing, embouchure setup, mouthpiece placement, and more. Clinicians will also address sound, flexibility, and scales, and they will invite discussion on common and specific challenges. Gain positive strategies to boost confidence and lay a solid foundation for young trumpet players.

B 3:30 – 4:30 PM / CC 217

Guided Growth: The Mentor-Mentee Model

Clinicians: Trevor Ousey, Killian MS; John Benzer, Retired; Kimberly Beene, Arbor Creek MS; Kim Cooley, Creek Valley MS

Presider: Travis Pruitt, Hebron HS

Great teachers don’t go it alone. Join the Hebron HS cluster middle school band directors and their mentor as they share how strong mentorship shaped their programs—and how you can foster and benefit from those relationships in your career. The panel will share real-world strategies for making the most of the mentor–mentee relationship.

B 3:30 – 4:30 PM / CC BRIDGE HALL

Strategies for Developing Jazz Improvisation in Beginners

Clinician: Robert Soto, Taft HS

Presider: Greg Mills, Taft HS

Sponsored by: Yamaha Corporation of America

Learn methods and strategies that will help beginning jazz students develop improvisation skills. Soto, a Yamaha Trombone Artist and Educator, will address topics from learning simple melodies, call and response, instrument specific techniques, building a jazz playlist, learning tunes, and understanding chord symbols and changes.

B 3:30 – 4:30 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 1–2

Program Spotlight: Gatesville HS Band – A Culture Where Everyone Counts

Clinicians: Jose Sanchez, Gatesville HS; Johanna Reynolds, Gatesville ISD; Alexa Sanchez, Gatesville JH; Wyatt Reed, Gatesville HS

Presider: Andrew Sealy, Hebron HS, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

The Gatesville HS Band will demonstrate how an all-in culture transforms both people and performance. See how intentional leadership, collaboration, and creative problem-solving empower every member to take ownership and make their impact count.

O B 3:30 – 4:20 PM / CC LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

Concert: HS Full Honor Orchestra –Westwood Symphony Orchestra

Conductors: Joshua Thompson, Westwood HS; Brittany Dacy, Westwood HS

Presider: Sabrina Behrens, Travis HS, TMEA Orchestra Division Vice-President

O B 3:30 – 4:30 PM / CC 221

Recruiting Is for Everyone—Make it Fun!

Clinician: Charlotte Moellering, Retired

Presider: Rebecca Farrar, Liberty JH

Want to learn how to create an engaging and effective recruiting program? Moellering will provide a detailed timeline for recruiting and share excerpts of successful recruiting shows. Attendees will gain the knowledge and confidence to make learning fun, showing their

creative personalities, leading to more successful recruiting and retention in orchestra programs. Students stay in orchestra when teachers make the learning fun!

O 3:30 – 4:30 PM / CC 225

Creative Excellence in Orchestra, from Warmup to Wrap-up

Clinician: Jim Palmer, Cobb County Public Schools

Presider: Neil Braly, Lubbock-Cooper MS

Sponsored by: Alfred Music

Palmer will present a variety of techniques to help orchestra directors transfer warmup exercises and rehearsal strategies to the repertoire, including differentiation, effective questioning and quick assessment, student-led instruction, and artistic rehearsal techniques.

V 3:30 – 4:30 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 1 Off the Page: A Practical Guide to Choral Improvisation

TMEA Featured Clinician: Anthony Trecek-King, Berkshire Choral International

Presider: Evan Brown, Turner HS

Break free from the score and discover the power of spontaneous musicmaking in this interactive session. Learn easy, practical techniques to get your choir started with improvisation. By nurturing creativity and deepening ensemble connection, you can bring fresh energy to your rehearsals. From vocal warmups to full-group improvisation structures, you’ll leave with ready-to-use techniques that build musicality, trust, and joy in your singers.

E B O 3:30 – 4:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR ABC

Arriba! Mariachi! Part 1 for the Elementary Music Class

Clinician: Rodolfo Gonzalez, Peripole Music

Presider: Mario Prado, Veterans Memorial HS

RENEW & REFINE

choirs.music.txst.edu

GRADUATE STUDIES IN CHORAL MUSIC

Fall/Spring Enrollment Conducting Assistantships

Extensive Podium Time

TXST/Conspirare Choral Conducting Symposium

July 20-23, 2026

Conductors | Choral Artists Choral Enthusiasts

TXST CHOIR CAMP

Large and Small School Camps

JUNE 28 - JULY 1, 2026

Texas’s longest-running all-state choir camp: Four decades of choral excellence in the beautiful Hill Country

Dr. Thomas J. Standish-Rinn Camp Director

PRICING AND DISCOUNTS

• $295 Tuition

Summers Only in 3 Years Master of Music in Choral Conducting Master of Music Education Impactful Engagement 3 Week Annual Residency

For Information:

• $125 On-Campus Housing

• Discounts available for 2026 Texas All-State Singers and large groups.

Dr. Joey M. Martin Director of Choral Activities

TXST CHORAL FACULTY

Dr. J. Christine Linschoten Associate Director Choral Activities

GM 5:00 – 6:00 PM / CC 212

Retired Teachers Reception

Presider: Jennifer Martin, Fort Worth ISD, TMEA President-Elect

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. When the app becomes available, be sure to bookmark the institutions you’d like to visit to add them to your list. College Fair Exhibitors are also present throughout the Thursday–Saturday exhibit hall hours in the College Exhibits area.

B 5:00 – 6:00 PM / CC 214

Percussion Maintenance & Repair: Fix It Yourself & Save

Clinician: Chuck Moon, Retired

Presider: Kennan Wylie, Marcus HS

Sponsored by: Brook Mays and H&H Music Company

Moon will demonstrate and discuss the care, inspection, and repair of percussion instruments. Topics will include cleaning, tuning, replacing parts, and troubleshooting common issues. Learn how to maintain percussion instruments for optimal sound and performance, reducing downtime and improving student learning experiences.

B 5:00 – 6:00 PM / CC 217

Transitioning to a New Job Like a Pro

Clinicians: Sarah Saldaña, McKinzey MS; David Puckett, Retired; Rasheed Akande, Creekside Park JH

Presider: Larry Matysiak, Sugar Land Winds

Taking over a program at a new or established school can be challenging, but it’s possible to succeed without losing students or your sanity! Clinicians will discuss strategies for a smooth transition and ways to build buy-in without overwhelming anyone, including yourself.

B 5:00 – 6:00 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 1–2

Swinging for More Playing Time

Clinician: Jesse Espinosa, Klein Forest HS

Presider: Austin Brown, Klein Forest HS

Demonstration Group: Klein Forest HS Jazz Orchestra

Do you wish your students had more opportunities to play their instruments? Joining your jazz band program could be the perfect solution! Espinosa will highlight how a thriving jazz program can enhance your students’ musical success, as they get to work on tone quality, articulation, style, and scales.

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

Band Together: What Over a Decade of Collaboration Teaches Us

Clinicians: Megan Czerwieski, Red Oak MS; Ross Patterson, Shadow Ridge MS; Adam Powell, Cooper JH; Misty Smith, Cooper JH

Presider: Lynne Jackson, Retired

Join veteran codirectors to explore how mutual trust, clear communication, role definition, and shared vision can transform a codirecting relationship into a long-term professional alliance. From navigating change and conflict to celebrating successes, the clinicians will offer insights, strategies, and real-world examples for educators looking to strengthen their collaborative practices.

B 5:00 – 6:00 PM / CC LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

Concert: 3A Honor Band – Raymondville HS Band

Conductor: Benjamin Keltner, Raymondville ISD

Presider: Andrew Sealy, Hebron HS, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

O 5:00 – 6:00 PM / CC 221

The Attuned Conductor: Knowing Yourself, Empowering Others

Clinician: Tobin Stewart, Montana State Univ

Presider: Patricia Kelley, Conroe HS

Sponsored by: GIA Publications, Inc.

Great conductors don’t just lead—they connect. Stewart will explore the need for honest and accurate self-awareness paired with keen awareness of others to encourage and cultivate maximum potential. Through interactive activities, participants will assess personal strengths, evaluate gestural clarity, and consider strategies that heighten ensemble awareness, responsiveness, and collaboration.

O 5:00 – 6:00 PM / CC 225

Beyond the Notes: Nurturing Student Musicianship

Clinician: Elizabeth Reed, Miami Univ

Presider: Nassar Edwards, Cypress-Fairbanks ISD

So often, the initial focus in teaching a new piece is to develop mastery of notes and rhythms, and then, if time permits, add the musical aspects. While technique is necessary, the teacher needs to dig deeper and help students find joy in the music, learning new ways of thinking about it, and developing their musicianship to evoke and deepen the many colors possible throughout their musical journey.

O B V 5:00 – 6:00 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – SEGUIN A Texas Association of Mariachi Educators General Membership Meeting

Presider: Velma Salas-Garcia, Edcouch-Elsa HS, TAME President

V 5:00 – 6:00 PM / CC 220

TCDA Business Meeting

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

V 5:00 – 6:00 PM / CC BRIDGE HALL

Mission: Possible — Middle School Repertoire That Works

Clinician: Christine Jones, Young JH

Presider: Denise (Eaton) Glaw, The Docentus Group

RED ROCK SOUNDSCAPE BAND �� ORCHESTRA CONCERT FESTIVAL

Presented by Note-Able Travel Experiences

Nestled in the heart of Utah’s Greater Zion Region, the Red Rock Soundscape Band �� Orchestra Concert Festival offers students & their educators a transformative journey — where performance meets place, and artistry meets adventure. Due to the program’s distinctive structure, we welcome four ensembles per festival date

2027

Festival Dates

Feb 27 - Mar 2

Feb 28 - Mar 3

March 5-9

March 6-10

March 12-16

March 13-17

A Setting Like No Other: Far beyond the confines of conventional festival, immerse your ensemble in a concert performance program that fuses music education with the breathtaking beauty of nature and the great outdoors. Renowned Educational Consultants: Learn from some of the most respected music educators and conductors, each dedicated to inspiring the next generation of talented musicians.

Seamless Support: We manage every logistical detail so you can focus on what matters most: the musical excellence, lasting memories, and transformative moments for your students.

Immersive Adventures in Sound & Spirit: Deepen ensemble bonds and spark new passions through an unforgettable regional educational experience designed to inspire, uplift, and motivate. VISIT

PROGRAMS AT UMHB

Church Music

Music Business

Music Education

Music Performance

Worship Technology

Music Scholarships available up to FULL TUITION

2026 AUDITIONS

Saturday, January 24

Monday, February 16

Saturday, March 7

Saturday, March 28

Learn more music@umhb.edu umhb.edu/music

O TFME 6:30 – 7:20 PM / CC LILA COCKRELL THEATRE

Concert: University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Symphony Orchestra

Conductor: Norman Gamboa, Univ of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Presider: Sabrina Behrens, Travis HS, TMEA Orchestra Division Vice-President

V TFME 6:30 – 6:55 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 2–4

Concert: Flower Mound HS Con Fuoco Varsity Treble Choir

Conductor: Lindsay Swartwood, Flower Mound HS

Presider: Jennifer Gallagher, Shadow Creek HS, TMEA Vocal Division Vice-President

Presenter: Brittni Kelly, Shadow Ridge MS

Accompanist: James Emery

E 6:30 – 7:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR ABC Exploration Centers for PreK Music

Clinician: Sandra Divnick, Pre-K Academy at West Ave

Presider: Ashley Reyes, Regency Place ES

When introduced and implemented in developmentally appropriate ways, exploration centers provide a powerful opportunity for synthesizing musical concepts in our youngest learners’ minds. Divnick will share a dozen simple and impactful activities that you can teach to the whole class and convert into independent learning centers.

E 6:30 – 7:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR DEF Assess Without the Stress: 10 Easy Strategies for Classes

Clinician: Stacy Werner, Musicplay

Presider: Beth Seaman, The Village ES

As elementary music teachers, assessing the whole school can be overwhelming! Werner will present practical, timesaving tips to assess musical elements like rhythm, melody, dynamics, and performance skills. Learn fun, effective strategies using games and group activities that make assessment easier and more engaging—for you and your students. Walk away with tools you can use right away!

E 6:30 – 7:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS ABC Folk Dance Makes Me Lose Control: Teacher Folk Dance Night

TMEA Featured Clinician: Melissa Fuller Flores, Melodies and Moves

Presider: Nickole Burr, Thompson ES

Join us for an unforgettable night of dance, music, and pure fun! All music educators are invited to explore folk dances, paired with pop tunes to move and groove to. It’s the perfect opportunity to try new dances, unwind, and connect with fellow educators. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just here to relax, this time is for you!

E TFME 6:30 – 7:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS DEF Stomp, Drum, and Dance!

Clinician: Kelly Jackson, Drums Alive

Presider: Kirstie Guillotte, Heights ES

Sponsored by: West Music

Join in an interactive experience where everyone can drum and dance! Using stability balls and drumsticks, explore fun activities and choreographies that focus on form, dynamics, and more while boosting physical, mental, and emotional health and wellness. Discover how to create space for creativity, collaboration, and selfexpression through this dynamic blend of music, movement, and rhythm.

B TFME 7:00 – 7:50 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 1–2

Concert: Harlingen HS Jazz Band

Conductor: Maria Coronado, Harlingen HS

Presider: Andrew Sealy, Hebron HS, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

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

Concert: Chaparral HS Varsity Tenor-Bass Choir

Conductors: Gerald Nicholas, Chaparral HS; Eric Bourg, Chaparral HS

Presider: Jennifer Gallagher, Shadow Creek HS, TMEA Vocal Division Vice-President

Presenter: Terrance Livingston, Lake Belton HS

Accompanist: Brianna Fredrickson

O 7:30 – 9:30 PM / ÁCENAR

Mu Omicron Dinner

Presider: Matt Cross, Allen HS

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

Concert: West Fork HS Chamber Choir

Conductors: Cara Cavenaugh-Woodard, West Fork HS; Gabrielle Cope, West Fork HS

Presider: Jennifer Gallagher, Shadow Creek HS, TMEA Vocal Division Vice-President

Presenter: Keith Dixon, Retired

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

Concert: 5A Honor Band – Rouse HS Honor Band

Conductor: Ryan Johnstone, Rouse HS

Presider: Andrew Sealy, Hebron HS, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

V TFME 8:00 – 8:35 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM 2–4

Concert: Texas Tech University Choir

Conductor: Alan Zabriskie, Texas Tech Univ

Presider: Jennifer Gallagher, Shadow Creek HS, TMEA Vocal Division Vice-President

Presenter: Kathryn Zetterstrom, Hebron HS

Accompanist: Soyoung Jung, Texas Tech Univ

GM 9:30 – 11:30 PM / LOCATIONS VARY College Reunions

Reconnect with alumni and faculty at your college reunion. Locations will be in the convention program and convention app.

2026 TMEA CLINIC/CONVENTION

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14

= Convention Center

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

TMEA Convention Registration & Badge Pickup

Register at www.tmea.org/register by January 22 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

Efficient & Strategic Instrument Placement Without the Chaos

Clinicians: Ronnie Ross, Central MS; David Lea, UMKC Conservatory

Presider: Deborah Hirsch, Retired

Streamline beginner band placement with a flexible system using a free online aptitude test and custom spreadsheet. Perfect for solo directors or full teams, this method can save time, reduce stress, honor student choice, and support data-driven decisions—all on your schedule. Start your beginners strong with a smarter, simpler process.

B 8:00 – 9:00 AM / CC 217

What’s the Buzz? Developing Successful Horn Players

Clinician: Andrea Denis, Stephen F. Austin State Univ

Presider: Tamey Anglley, Stephen F. Austin State Univ

Developing strong horn players in middle and high school can be challenging. Gain methodologies with easy-to-understand phrases that will benefit the student and director of any band program.

B O V C 8:00 – 9:00 AM / CC BRIDGE HALL

Bell-to-Bell Strategies to Enhance Classroom Management

Clinicians: Christopher McLellan, Retired; Tina Parr, Retired

Presider: George Strickland, Retired

McLellan and Parr will guide you through an entire class period, demonstrating both procedural and rehearsal strategies that will promote student engagement, communication, rehearsal efficiency, and student success.

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

Let’s Play! Gamifying the Orchestra Classroom

Clinicians: Joe Sipzner, Downing MS; Molly Wang, McKamy MS

Presider: Meredith Riddle, Shadow Ridge MS

Rehearsals feeling stale? UIL got you down? Sipzner and Wang will introduce and lead attendees through engaging orchestra games within the frameworks of instrument technique, ensemble skills, and community building. Leave inspired to create your own games to fit your teaching environment and support your students’ needs.

O 8:00 – 9:00 AM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – REPUBLIC B

Mu Omicron Business Meeting

Presider: Jamie Ovalle, Martin HS, Mu Omicron President

O 8:00 – 9:00 AM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – SEGUIN A

General Meeting of the National String Project Consortium –Texas String Projects

Presider: Elizabeth Reed, Miami Univ

V 8:00 – 9:00 AM / CC 225

Keeping Kids in Choir

Clinician: Jodi Coke, Oakridge Upper School

Presider: Monica Jimenez, Hillwood MS

Student retention begins on the first day and requires intentional, ongoing effort—not just end-of-year appeals. Coke will share practical strategies to build loyalty, strengthen relationships, and keep students engaged in choir, even when faced with pressures from competing electives.

E B O 8:00 – 9:00 AM / GRAND HYATT 2ND FL – LONE STAR ABC

Arriba! Mariachi! Part 2 for the Elementary Music Class

Clinician: Rodolfo Gonzalez, Peripole Music

Presider: Mario Prado, Veterans Memorial HS

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E 8:00 – 9:00 AM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS ABC

SOS, Please, Someone Help Me: Activities to Use on Monday & Beyond

TMEA Featured Clinician: Melissa Fuller Flores, Melodies and Moves

Presider: Heather Cole, Evers ES

Discover fun twists on familiar songs and games, designed to reignite the excitement in your classroom after a week away. You’ll leave with easy, engaging activities that your students will want to bring back time and time again, ensuring a smooth and exciting return to the classroom—goodbye to your “case of the Mondays”!

E 8:00 – 9:00 AM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS DEF

Musical Play—It’s Elemental!

Clinician: Chelsea Short, Bulverde Creek ES

Presider: Amanda Morris, Bulverde Creek ES

Experience the elements of earth, wind, water, and fire as they inspire musical play and creativity through the Orff Schulwerk process!

Through body percussion, singing, instrument playing, and games, Short will provide a variety of material that teaches musical skills and encourages student composition and creative movement.

C B O V 8:00 – 9:00 AM / CC 205

Embracing Failure: The Skill-Building Process of Success

Clinician: Jason Younts, Champion HS

Presider: Clifton Croomes, Univ of Texas at Austin Younts will share his methodology for skill building to facilitate student success and independence in the classroom and beyond. Failing, with effort, is a required component of the learning process, yet it is frequently programmed out of educational settings. Learn to facilitate sustainable effort in all students throughout the learning process with a consistent approach.

C 8:00 – 9:00 AM / CC 206

From Stress to Success: Your Student Teaching Survival Guide

Clinician: Claire Murphy, Stephen F. Austin State Univ

Presider: Dinah Menger, TMEA Past-President

Navigate the transition from student to teacher with confidence! Murphy will provide insight on how to prepare early and will offer practical strategies and resources to balance lesson planning, TPA portfolio creation, T-TESS evaluations, teaching, and time, so you and your future students succeed.

C B O V 8:00 – 9:00 AM / CC 207

Vocal Modeling for Better Musicianship in Every Ensemble

Clinicians: Shauna Pickens, Texas Tech Univ; Corey Sullivan, Texas Tech Univ

Presider: Ristella Nyamwija, Texas Tech Univ

Modeling is one of the most used strategies in choral and instrumental music education contexts. Pickens and Sullivan will discuss how vocal modeling can be an effective tool for teaching and reinforcing elements of musicianship. They will provide strategies for attendees to feel more comfortable using a vocal model and incorporating vocal modeling into their classrooms.

C B O V 8:00 – 9:00 AM / CC 210

Digital Piano Features and Apps for the Class Piano Lab

Clinician: Guillermo Martinez, Texas Christian Univ

Presider: Jose Cubela, Arlington ISD

Smart pianos and piano apps offer a variety of tools for class piano instructors, but are they being used effectively and creatively? Features of instructor pianos will be used to demonstrate tools found in many digital pianos used in piano labs. Martinez will also demonstrate apps for many digital instruments for both student engagement and instructor planning.

C O V 8:00 – 9:00 AM / CC 215

Trauma-Informed Practices for the Music Classroom

Clinician: Nicole Melrose, Ubuntu Music Project

Presider: Michael Burris, Texas Woman’s Univ

Discover how trauma impacts learning and the brain and how music educators can use cutting-edge neuroscience, classroom management, and music as a regulatory resources. Leave with strategies to support boundaries, emotional regulation, and learning environments rooted in safety and connection.

T B 8:00 – 9:00 AM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT AB

Integrating Robotics with Percussion Performance & Pedagogy

Clinician: Brian Smith, Texas State Univ

Integrating musical robotics with percussion curricula and performance provides rich opportunities to link music practices with emerging science and technology. Dr. Smith will discuss the equipment, methods, and approaches he deploys to compose and perform works for percussion and musical robotics.

T B 8:00 – 9:00 AM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT CD Ditch the Worksheets! Gamify Your Bandroom with Theta Music

Clinician: John Shawler, Winfield MS

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V 11:00 AM – Noon / CC BRIDGE HALL

Winning Warmups for Choirs of Any Age

Clinicians: Andy Beck, Alfred Music; Krista Hart, Alfred Music

Presider: Vanessa Rodriguez, PSJA Southwest ECHS

Sponsored by: Alfred Music

Make the most of those crucial first moments in rehearsal—the warmup. Learn innovative and engaging ideas to kick off your rehearsal, including effective warmups for breathing, posture, vowels, tone quality, diction, expression, ear-training, intonation, and more. Clinicians will also present rounds, silly songs, and choir games—all designed to bring out the very best in any level choral ensemble.

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

From Feet to Beat: Whole-Body Pathways to Rhythmic Literacy

Clinician: Olivia Ramirez, McKinney ES

Presider: Shirron Hawkins, Savannah Lakes ES

Whole-body rhythmic experiences lay the foundation for deep musical understanding. Ramirez will guide participants through accessible Dalcroze-inspired activities that lead students to internalize beat, division, and multiple through movement. Her presentation will culminate in a discovery-based transition to iconic notation, where theory naturally follows embodied practice.

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

Your Students’ Musical Data Is a Secret Weapon!

Clinician: Juliet Kirk, Berkman ES

Presider: Roel Garza, Beck ES

Wondering how to boost the sound of your classes and build buy-in?

Explore simple and effective ways to assess students’ pitch weekly, and then track your data and adjust instruction to build investment, engagement, and beautiful tone in your students. Special focus will be

E 11:00 AM – Noon / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS ABC

This Is How We Do It: Rebooting Music Ed with Modern Tech

TMEA Featured Clinician: Melissa Fuller Flores, Melodies and Moves

Presider: Jillian Boyd, Ashworth ES

For the tech-savvy and tech-wary, Fuller Flores will offer ready-to-go setups designed to boost creativity and engagement. Explore practical activities that foster creativity, digital literacy, and curiosity. While most activities will depend on teacher access to a projector or interactive whiteboard, not all require student devices.

E 11:00 AM – Noon / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS DEF

¡Viva la Música! Long Live Music!

Clinician: Anielka Silva-Berrios

Presider: Heather Dillon, Carver EC Academy

Sponsored by: West Music

Silva-Berrios will provide engaging lesson ideas for including different Latin American genres in any curriculum, using props, small hand percussion, drums, and barred instruments. The lessons can be easily incorporated into any curriculum and are simplified for educators of varying teaching experiences.

C E 11:00 AM – Noon / CC 205

Kids Today! Tips and Tricks for Challenging Student Behavior

Clinicians: Julia Peoples, Cinco Ranch JH; Juliana Dean, Cypress

Fairbanks ISD

Presider: Zachary Barba, McDonald JH

Students in today’s classrooms present new and sometimes baffling behavior challenges, which can make excellence in music education difficult to achieve. Peoples and Dean will discuss the challenges of modern student behavior, providing engaging, practical, and fun ways of responding to these behavior issues. Gain resources you can imple-

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C 11:00 AM – Noon / CC 206

Revive the Routine: Creative Approaches to Practicing

Clinician: Samantha Balboa, Univ of Mary Hardin-Baylor

Presider: Robert Pendergraft, Univ of Mary Hardin-Baylor

Balboa will explore practical, engaging strategies to help students build agency in their practice sessions. Attendees will learn how to use journaling, variety-based routines, and reflection tools to make practice meaningful, prevent burnout, and foster long-term growth.

C B O V E 11:00 AM – Noon / CC 210

Four Curriculum Models: Supporting Every Student’s Path to Success

Clinician: Merlin Thompson, Teach Music 21C

Presider: Michael Burris, Texas Woman’s Univ

Rooted in the belief that every student belongs, these four timely curriculum models—teacher-led, student-led, neurodiverse, and shared—provide teachers with flexibility and practical strategies to match diverse students’ musical needs. Thompson will explore the inner workings of each model and empower music teachers with tools to achieve more inclusive teaching outcomes.

C B O V 11:00 AM – Noon / CC 215

Visual Harmony: Creating Engaging Communication That Pops

Clinicians: Paige Liccioni, Bowie MS; Dawn Melton, Willow Wood JH

Presider: Debra Vandergriff, Willow Wood JH

Reaching stakeholders is a common frustration among program directors. With so much information access at our fingertips, how do you prevent your program communication from getting lost in the shuffle? Learn how to up your game with communication that includes sharp branding, consistent presentation, and methodical intervals of reaching out.

T E 11:00 AM – Noon / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT AB

Tech Tune-up: Innovative Tools for the Elementary Music Room

Clinicians: Terri Ann Goodwin, Carpenter ES; Robinel Alvarado, Carpenter ES

Discover engaging ways to integrate technology into the elementary music classroom. Explore how iPads, Bluetooth devices, wireless speakers, and mics, as well as apps like PowerPoint, Canva, iDoceo, and forScore, can enhance instruction and programs. Get organized with Symbaloo, create digital resources, and manage your classroom with ease using tech tools that support musical growth and creativity.

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

Gamify Arts Learning with Boom Tools

Clinician: Terrell Gladney, Carter HS

Bring your fine arts classroom to life with Boom Cards! Discover how to gamify instruction, boost engagement, and simplify assessment with digital task cards. Learn to access resources, personalize content, and support TEKS-aligned instruction for diverse K–12 learners through hands-on demos and collaboration.

B TFME 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM / CC HEMISFAIR BALLROOM 1–2

Concert: All-State 6A Percussion Ensemble

Conductor: Andrew Lynge, Univ of Alabama School of Music

Presider: Andrew Sealy, Hebron HS, TMEA Band Division Vice-President

Organizer: Mauricio Castellano, Pioneer HS

B C Noon – 12:30 PM / CC NORTH LOBBY

Showcase: Nox Saxophone Quartet

Director/Organizer: Christine Ewald, Private Instructor

Made up of Texas Tech University graduate and undergraduate students with backgrounds in classical, jazz, and everything in between, the group performs engaging repertoire, new and old, and seeks to bring concert saxophone music to a wide variety of audiences.

B O Noon – 12:30 PM / CC WEST LOBBY

Showcase: Rafael Cantu Junior High Conjunto Group

Director/Organizer: Richard Cerrillo, Cantu JH

Herencia De Oro will present an exciting program of traditional regional Mexican music in the conjunto style. Performance pieces will include Sacate los piojos chenca , Fronterizo, and other songs in the style of polka and huapango.

GM 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 205 Music, Mental Health, and the Science of Connection

Clinician: Edward Roth, Univ of Houston, Moores School of Music

Presider: Brian Chin, Univ of Houston, Moores School of Music

Discover how neurobiological research using fMRI and neurochemistry sheds light on social flow during music-making. These findings reveal insights into how music can support student mental health through social bonding and connection in the classroom. Roth will explore how such research can inform emotionally responsive music education through shared musical experiences.

O 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 213

Simple Solutions for Teaching Beginner Guitar

Clinicians: Joe Sweet, Lane Tech College Preparatory HS; Matt Hudson, GIA Publishing

Presider: Roger Vasquez, I.M. Terrell Academy

Sponsored by: GIA Publications, Inc.

Veteran guitar educators Sweet and Hudson will share their innovative and proven approach to beginning guitar instruction, offering a number of habits for success and teacher tips. Their method addresses all aspects of guitar performance—rhythm, melodic studies, chords, and improvisation—using a variety of styles, including blues, rock, pop, jazz, and Latin.

O 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 221

Beyond the Foundation: Advancing Student Technique

Clinicians: Jennifer Gingell, Freeman HS; Bethany Hagin, Nelson JH

Presider: Alejandro Padro-Fuentes, Memorial Parkway JH

Your beginners have excelled—what’s next? Learn effective strategies and structures to build a progressive plan that encompasses every level of your program. Clinicians will focus on transforming a solid foundation into ensembles with elevated tone, advanced finger patterns and shifting, ensemble awareness, autonomous learning, and more.

O 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC BRIDGE HALL

The Mariachi Voice: Claro Oscuro Vocal Placement

Clinician: Avigai Gonzalez, Texas Southmost College

Presider: Wendy Imelda Martinez, North Side HS Gonzalez will focus on the ideal placement for the mariachi voice— Claro Oscuro —known as a balance of bright- and dark-tone colors. While Broadway singers often produce bright tones, and classical singers achieve darker tones, the mariachi voice sits in the middle of the vocal color chart range.

V TFME 12:30 – 1:20 PM / CC STARS AT NIGHT BALLROOM

Concert: All-State Small School Mixed Choir

Conductor: Marcela Molina, Tucson Symphony Chorus

Presider: Jennifer Gallagher, Shadow Creek HS, TMEA Vocal Division Vice-President

Organizer: Cesar Galaviz, Jones HS

Accompanist: Kerry Baham, Lindale HS

E V 12:30 – 1:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS ABC

Choir Basics for Instrumentalists

Clinician: Sarah Martinez, Pflugerville ISD

Presider: Lisa Trittin, Pflugerville ISD

Elementary music teachers with an instrumental background may be asked to lead a school choir or prepare students for a district honor choir. Martinez will present proven strategies for leading elementary students in choir, including warmups, achieving a desired choral tone, choosing and scaffolding music, and planning the concert.

E 12:30 – 1:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – TEXAS DEF

What’s That? How to Ask Questions That Inspire Critical Thinking

TMEA Featured Clinician: David Row, Prairie Ridge ES

Presider: Katherine Johns, Floresville South ES

Questions do more than measure what students know; they are an integral component to critical thinking. Appropriately challenging, engaging, and effective questions stimulate peer discussion and encourage students to explore and refine their understanding of key concepts. Row will review good and bad examples of questioning, explore strategies to make your questions more effective, and examine the practice of questioning in active music-making lessons.

C B O V 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 206

Future-Ready Music Programs for All Students

Clinicians: Marcia Neel, Yamaha Corporation of America; Joe Clark, Humble ISD

Presider: Richard Floyd, UIL State Director of Music Emeritus Sponsored by: Yamaha Corporation of America

Learn how administrators can support inclusive, future-ready music programs by embedding career-connected experiences—like music tech, songwriting, and audio production—into existing courses. Discover strategies to reach more students, reflect diverse interests, and build skills that connect directly to modern music careers.

C B O V 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 207

Universally Designed Performance Ensembles

Clinician: Adam Lynskey, Shiner ISD

Presider: Christiane Gilbert, Texas Woman’s Univ Lynskey will explore Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles and how they can be applied in performance-based ensembles. Learn practical, inclusive strategies for band, choir, and orchestra settings, with special attention to UIL requirements and accommodations for students with disabilities.

C 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 210

From Chords to Creativity: Lead Sheets Made Easy!

Clinician: Davis Dorrough, Alfred Music

Presider: Erika Knapp, Texas Woman’s Univ

Sponsored by: Alfred Music

Learn to creatively teach functional piano skills (accompanying, harmonization, improv, theory) using lead sheets and chord charts. This accessible, contemporary method suits various ages and skill levels and is quick to implement, even with limited class time. In this interactive session, Dorrough will offer novel chord-based strategies, activities, games, methods, and resources valuable for all music educators.

C B O V E 12:30 – 1:30 PM / CC 215

IEPs/504s: Contextual Music Teaching for Raising Cognition

Clinician: Elise Sobol, Retired

Presider: Paul Thomas, Texas Woman’s Univ

Sobol will share key pedagogical approaches developed throughout her 40-year career in P–16 education. She will offer how to optimize learning potential in all students, in inclusive and self-contained classrooms and performance settings. Practical strategies will be given for meeting individual student needs and incorporating UDL and strategic use of colors, signs, and symbols.

T B O V 12:30 – 1:30 PM / GRAND HYATT 4TH FL – CROCKETT AB

Enhancing Music Accessibility for All Through BEAM

Clinician: Adam Chitta, Univ of Missouri

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