REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
2023 INVITED PERFORMANCE ENSEMBLES
Choral Performances
Katherine Johnson MS Bella Canzone
Kelly Harbison, Director
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Deep Run HS Cantate
Amy El-Khouri, Director
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Osbourn Park HS Madrigals
Dominick Izzo, Director
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Caritas Nova
Collaborative Ensemble
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The Madison Singers of James Madison University
Dr. Jo-Ann van der Vat-Chromy, Director
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Mason Jazz Vocal Ensemble
Dr. Darden Purcell, Director
Orchestra Performances
Katherine Johnson MS Chamber Orchestra
Anna Sengstack, Director
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Centreville HS Symphony
Mark Taylor, Meredith Kohut, Directors
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Colgan HS Philharmonic Orchestra
Ben Bernstein, Director
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Virginia Commonwealth University Symphony
Daniel Myssyk, Director
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Guitar Performances
J. Michael Lunsford Guitar Ensemble
Jared Eastridge, Director
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Radford University Guitar Ensemble
Dr. Robert S. Trent, Director
Band Performances
Brambleton Middle School Symphonic Band
Martin Blount, Samantha Charriez, Colson Meeks, Directors
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Shelburne Middle School Band
Charlie Nesmith, Jon Wilson, Directors
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Langley HS Wind Symphony
Doug Martin, Director
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James W. Robinson Symphonic Band
Andrew E. Loft, Director
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Thomas Jefferson HS Percussion Ensemble
Steve Ballard, Director
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Chantilly Jazz
Christopher Reichers, Director
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James Madison University Brass Band
Dr. Kevin Stees, Director
Liberty University Jazz Ensemble
Joseph Henson, Director
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Virginia Wind Symphony
Captain Brian O. Walden, Director
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Williamsburg Classic Swing Orchestra
Steve Turner, Director
Elementary Performances
The Pines Sound Orff Ensemble
Mary Catherine Campbell, Director
Special Featured Guests
The U.S. Army Band "Pershing's Own"
P.o.D.4 of the 380th Army Band
WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND?
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Refreshes and enhances teaching skills.
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Serves as an opportunity for quality professional development.
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Provides information and training on the latest research and trends in music education.
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Reviews the latest developments in music technology.
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Affords networking opportunities with fellow music teachers from across the Commonwealth.
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Provides clinics and workshops presented by master teachers and leaders from across the United States.
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Provides opportunity to visit with music industry professionals and discuss the latest in curriculum materials for use in the classroom.
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Presents outstanding performing groups conducted by fellow teachers.
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Provides opportunity for meaningful and relevant recertification points.
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Provides new thoughts and ideas to be used in the classroom immediately.
Richmond Information
The City of Richmond is excited to host our VMEA Annual Professional Development Conference.
Explore the links below to make your experience in Richmond even more positive!!
