NCMEA "Young Professionals" Symposium

In an effort to identify and encourage future music educators, NCMEA created the "Young Professionals’ Symposium." This program is designed for high school juniors and seniors considering a career in music education. The students selected for the "Young Professionals’ Symposium" attend the NCMEA In- Service Conference. The students attend sessions designed especially for them and follow a special “session track” that includes a variety of concerts, sessions, and clinics. While at the conference, students are mentored by collegiate members. The Symposium is a wonderful opportunity for students to improve their musicianship, prepare for college experiences, and learn about the music education profession.

The application deadline for the program is June 15th. The application can be found at the bottom of this page. The completed application must be accompanied by the following:
  • A musical resume
  • Letter of recommendation from the student’s high school director,
  • An essay consisting of 300 words entitled, “My Musical Aspirations”
  • Application fee is $25.00.
Additional information may be obtained by contacting Lisa Qualls, Coordinator of the Young Professionals’ Symposium at lqualls@triad.rr.com.

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To view the application pdf file, click on the download link below (requires Adobe Acrobat Reader):

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