Conference Registration
NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR MEMBERS THROUGH CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
1. Participants can opt-in to purchase a boxed lunch as part of their registration. This convenient lunch option allows for attendees to pick-up their catered boxed lunch at the hotel of their choice and not worry about missing sessions or dealing with lengthy restaurant waits at the few local dining options during heavy lunchtime traffic. While registration is open through November 22nd at 2pm, attendees interested in purchasing the boxed lunch meal plan must do so BEFORE NOVEMBER 1.
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2. Participants are invited to a preconference workshop: Bryan Powell's Modern Band Workshop from 10am-4pm on Wednesday. Explore modern band in this hands-on workshop - free with your conference registration! You'll receive instruction on guitar, keyboard, drums, vocals, and bass, with supportive guidance throughout. By the end, you'll be collaborating with fellow participants to create and perform an original song. We'll also delve into the core values of Music Will, such as musical decision-making and culturally sustaining teaching techniques, which you can immediately begin implementing in your classroom. The content covered is applicable to P-12 and higher education classrooms. More information is included when you register for VMEA Conference.
3. Participants are invited to join VMEA for a fun social event on Wednesday to get conference started off early. The details for our first VMEA Beer Sing will be available soon. More information is included when you register for VMEA Conference.
4. Participants are invited to join us for the Norfolk Harbor 5K/VMEA Team. Lace up your sneakers and join VMEA as we run/jog/walk/stroll at the Chartway Norfolk Harbor 5k on Saturday morning of conference. This event is separate from the conference, but will take place on Saturday, November 23 at 8 a.m. right near our hotels. More information is included when you register for VMEA Conference.
We encourage our membership to take advantage of the early bird incentive which has a reduced cost for those who complete the registration process by October 15th.
2024 INVITED PERFORMANCE ENSEMBLES
Special Featured Guests
The United States Navy Band Sea Chanters
Thursday November 21, 8pm
Choral Performances
Bridgewater College Chorale
Dr. Ryan Keebaugh, Director
Thursday November 21, 12:00pm
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Marsteller MS Bass Select Choir
Philip Keirstead, Director
Thursday November 21, 2:00pm
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Quioccasin MS Select Chorus
Jordyn Satterfield, Director
Friday November 22, 10:30am
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Colgan HS Chamber Ensemble
Keri C. Staley, Director
Friday November 22, 2:00pm
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Rock Ridge Chamber Choir
Jordan Markwood, Director
Friday November 22, 12:00pm
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Radford Singers
Meredith Bowen, Director
Thursday November 21, 4:00pm
Orchestra Performances
Greenbrier MS 8th Grade Orchestra
Kirsten Rowe, Director
Friday November 22, 1:00pm
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Falls Church HS Chamber Orchestra
Andrew Lisowski, Director
Thursday November 21, 3:00pm
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Lake Braddock Secondary School Symphony Orchestra
Austin Isaac, Director
Friday November 22, 1:00pm
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Shenandoah University Symphony Orchestra
Dr. Emanuele Andrizzi, Director
Thursday November 21, 6:00pm
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Guitar Performances
Loudon Youth Guitars
Dr. Miroslav Loncar, Director​
Thursday November 21, 5:00pm
Band Performances
Glasgow MS Wind Ensemble
Andrew Sharrock, Director
Friday November 22, 2:00pm
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Thoreau MS Symphonic Band
Patrick Smith, Director​
Friday November 22, 10:15am
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West Springfield HS Wind Symphony
Wolson Gustama, Director
​Friday November 22, 12:00pm
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Woodson High School Wind Ensemble
Aaron Morgan, Director
​Friday November 22, 4:00pm
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Robinson Symphonic Band
Dr. William Lake, Clinician
The Art of Interpretation: Discovery, Intentionality, and Imagination Rehearsal Clinic
Saturday November 23, 10:00am
Old Dominion University Wind Ensemble
Dr. Tyler Austin, Director
Friday November 22, 6:00pm​
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Tallwood High School Percussion Ensemble
Timothy J. Rossettini, Director
Friday November 22, 5:00pm​​​
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James Madison University Jazz Ensemble
Chuck Dotas, Director
Thursday November 21, 3:00pm
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.
Norfolk Information
The City of Norfolk is excited to host our VMEA Annual Professional Development Conference.
Explore the links below to make your experience in Norfolk even more positive!!
