Application for Performing Groups

We are now accepting applications and recordings for performing groups at the 2024 IMEA All-State Inservice Conference. Selected groups will perform at numerous concert hours during the conference. We would like to see a balanced representation from all levels of Music Education in our State: Small, Medium and Large sized High School, Middle School, Elementary School, and University level performing ensembles. There is also an option to be considered for playing background music during lunch or at other times in the foyer or exhibits area.

The deadline for the Performing Groups Application is {{dates.data.groupsDue[0].deadline}}. All materials should be submitted through the online application.

The recording should be from the Fall of 2023 but recordings made in the Spring of 2023 may be submitted if the personnel of the group has not changed critically.

The following guidelines for Performing Groups at the conference were approved following the June 13, 2023, Board meeting:

• Submissions are judged using festival scoring guidelines. Directors may submit more than one group from their program, but only one may be selected.
• Upon selection for the current All-State, the director/ensemble will not be selected for the following year, regardless if the director changes schools.
• Set-up and performance of each performing group is limited to a total of 25 minutes. The selected performing group directors will be required to submit the performance timings of all their pieces. Percussion ensembles and other groups who anticipate changing set-ups during performance will be asked to figure set-up timings between pieces as part of their 25-minute time limit. For all performing groups, the working motto is LESS IS MORE.
• The directors of the selected performing groups will provide 4 students to assist with stage set up before and after their performance.

If you have questions or need more information, contact {{chairs.data.pastPres[0].first}} {{chairs.data.pastPres[0].last}}, IMEA Past-President.

Exhibits and Advertising

Idaho Music Educators Association
Annual In-service Conference
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Here are links to download information for Exhibitors and to advertise in the official Conference Binder.

For information about the Program Binder Ads, contact {{chairs.data.publicationsChair[0].first}} {{chairs.data.publicationsChair[0].last}}.

For information about Conference Exhibits, contact {{chairs.data.exhibitsChair[0].first}} {{chairs.data.exhibitsChair[0].last}}.

Conference Session Submissions

Music education professionals, companies, and organizations who are members of NAfME/IMEA are invited to submit educational session proposals for the Annual IMEA In-service Conference. Proposals received by the due date will be referred to a specific conference planning committee at the IMEA Fall Board Meeting. Sessions will be selected based on the following criteria: quality of presentation (objectives and organization), innovativeness, importance and timeliness of the topic to the field, practical applicability, and program balance. Notice of acceptance or non-acceptance will be sent to the primary clinician in October, prior to the conference.

Please contact {{chairs.data.president[0].first}} {{chairs.data.president[0].last}} , IMEA President, for more information

Submission Deadline: Extended to Sept. 18, 2023

Conference Schedule

Download the tentative Conference Schedule

Session Handouts and Presentations

Mark Anderson

Stephanie Benischek

Courtney Birch

Michael Huestis

Cassie Horner

Dr. Marshaun R. Hymon

Jayna Johnson

Rebecca Martin

Conference Registration

Registration Instructions

First Year Teachers/NAfME Members: Registration is free for first year teachers. This is for teachers that are - A) First Year Teachers AND B) First Year Full Members of NAfME. Teachers who have previously taught in other states are not eligible nor are teachers that have previously been full members of NAfME and any of it’s state affiliates. The form for First Year Teachers should automatically show up on the Opus site. If you have any problems, contact Wayne Millett. First year Collegiate Members should use the Collegiate form.

Online Registration Instructions

Online registration is being handled by OpusEvents. To register, do the following:

1. Click on this link to go to the Registration Site: OpusEvents.
2. If you have not previously registered at OpusEvents, click on the Register link to creat and account.
3. When it asks if you would like to connect your NAfME membership, select, "Yes". Input your required NAfME information.
4. If you have previously registered at OpusEvents, you may need to update you membership link on your User Profile.
5. From the Home page, choose, 2023 Idaho MEA In-service Conference and then choose the appropriate registration.
6. Fill out the form with the needed information and select your type of payment.
7. If you choose to pay by check, choose that option, complete your registration, then print a copy of your registration and mail it with your check to the address on the form.

Register for the Conference

Conference Parking Instructions

PARKING – On the map, parking lot G03 is one block west of the Fine Arts building (essentially behind Pizza Hut) between 3rd and 4th street. Nobody parks there, and so I’ve reserved it for us for Thursday and Friday. Send all waiting busses to the Holt Arena parking lot. The Stephens Performing Arts Center is also free to park You may also park next to the FA building (G01) but so will all the ISU students.

Parking Map

Conference Housing Information

The following hotels have blocks of room held for All-State. When reserving rooms, please tell them you are with IMEA All State. The rates are what Wayne Millett, IMEA Executive Director, was quoted and should be honored. Clarify if you need two beds in each room unless otherwise listed. Rooms do not include sales tax, which will be included unless your school arranges otherwise. These rooms are only held until the date indicated so make your reservation ASAP.

Frequently Asked Questions about the IMEA In-Service Conference

Q:   Can I register for the In-Service Conference online?
A:   Yes! Online Pre-Registration is done through the OpusEvents. Go to OpusEvents to register.

Q:   Can I pay my registration fee with a credit card?
A:   Credit cards will be accepted. (You may also send a school or personal check. Purchase orders will NOT be accepted!)

Q:   I don't teach high school and I don't have students in All-State. Can I come at a reduced fee?
A:   IMEA/NAfME represents all levels and all areas of music education; consequently, the full fee is expected of all active music educators, regardless of their area or level of instruction. The In-Service Conference and the Idaho High School All-State are two separate events that are held at the same time. The sessions and concert hours at the In-Service are designed to address every teaching level and area.

Q:   How do I join IMEA/NAfME?
A:   You can join NAfME/IMEA by accessing the national web site at: www.nafme.org. (High school instructors need to remember to keep their membership current in order for their students to be eligible for All-State and the State Solo Contest.)

Q:   What does my registration include?
A:   All registrations (with the exception of the FREE retired category) include 1 banquet ticket and entrance to all clinics, concert hours, exhibits and both GALA Concerts. Extra banquet tickets and extra GALA Concert tickets are available on the registration form. A limited number of banquet tickets will be available on-site.

The fine print ...

• IMEA will accept NAfME membership cards for Conference Registration that are current through February 4, 2023. Members without a current valid membership will be notified by email and must renew at the time they register at the In-Service Conference or prior to the Conference.

• If a member claims to have paid NAfME, but has not yet received a valid membership card, it shall be the responsibility of the IMEA Secretary to immediately check with the NAfME director of membership and finance. If membership is verified by NAfME, admission will be assured; if membership is not verified, the member must make membership payment at the registration site and a stop-pay at NAfME will be issued.