Lori Evenhouse
FAQ For Junior High All-State Band, Chorus and ...

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.

FAQ For Junior High All-State Band, Chorus and Orchestra
Lori Evenhouse
Illinois Music Honors Society & Illinois ...

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!

Illinois Music Honors Society & Illinois Collegiate Music Education Association Chapter Information
Lori Evenhouse
Diversity & Equity Statement from Summer ...

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!

Diversity & Equity Statement from Summer 2020
Lori Evenhouse
2020 Large Group Festival Information

Register your ensembles for the 2020 ILMEA Large Group Festival series. Click below for information, details and registration.

2020 Large Group Festival Information

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2026 Large Group Festival Registration NOW OPEN!

2026 Large Group Festival Registration NOW OPEN!

Join us for the 2026 ILMEA Large Group Festival series! We invite all participating middle and high school band, orchestra, instrumental jazz and chorus programs to join us in this unique event designed to bring our musical community together for world-class performance venues, invaluable feedback from renowned adjudicators, inspiring performances, and the opportunity to support fellow educators and students from around the state!