VISION STATEMENT

High-quality music education for all Illinois Learners

MISSION STATEMENT 

The Illinois Music Education Association exists to advocate for universal access to comprehensive music education; deliver exemplary professional development for educators; and provide outstanding musical experiences for all Illinois learners facilitated by licensed music educators.

STATEMENT ON DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION & ACCESS

The Illinois Music Education Association believes the diversity of our students and educators strengthens our organization, and people engage best when they know they are valued. We strive to honor this diversity in our conductors, clinicians, and repertoire, so every Illinois student and teacher can see themselves reflected in ILMEA.

With more than 3,500 members, we are one of the largest state music education associations in the country. ILMEA is, by far, the largest Fine Arts education organization in Illinois and among the largest in the nation.

ILMEA is a non-profit association, representing every level of music education, in every discipline, including yours! We are dedicated to the advancement of your profession and to you as an individual music educator.

There are many positive features to Membership with ILMEA, all offering a special benefit for your growth and professionalism.  Click on "Membership" to the left to learn the benefits of joining the only professional association in Illinois dedicated to the support of a comprehensive, standards based and assessed program of music education.