ILMEA is excited for the inaugural Junior High All-State Band and Orchestra in January 2026 and the return of the Junior High All-State Chorus! As with any new program, we know that educators, administrators and parents will have many questions. This FAQ will help to address these questions so that everyone is as prepared as possible for this outstanding experience.
The exciting addition of Junior High All-State in Peoria this January brings about some schedule changes for our All-State student programs at all levels.
Please take some time to review the ensemble schedules - we know that until All-State results are released in early December, you won’t be able to make concrete plans for your time in Peoria, but we need to bring your attention to these changes sooner rather than later!
ILMEA has leadership and service opportunities for junior high, high school music students, and collegiate pre-service music educators - learn more about the ILMHS and ILCMEA!
The ILMEA Board of Directors, at their Summer 2020 Business Meeting, recommitted to the ongoing work of creating learning environments and opportunities for their members, and the students they serve, that celebrates inclusion and diversity. Click through to read more!
What strategy, approach or tips can you share with your music education colleagues from around the state? What practice or pedagogy can you introduce and demonstrate? What makes the Illinois Music Education Conference such a great opportunity? It is the professional development brought and delivered by colleagues in music education!
Preregistration for the 2019 Illinois Music Education Conference is now open! Check out our IMEC page for all of the information on clinicians, performing ensembles, registration rates and more!
Want to show your colleagues and administrators what a great event this is? Be sure to head over to YouTube and share the IMEC Promo launched today!
Who's coming to IMEC 2019? Find out about clinicians, performing ensembles, keynotes and guest artists!
