The Indiana Music Education Association (IMEA) is a not-for-profit professional membership organization serving music teachers of all primary, secondary, and tertiary levels. Our membership is currently comprised of about 1100 active teachers, 100 retired members, and 700 collegiate members who are music education majors. As the federated state unit of NAfME, IMEA’s purpose is to support and advance music education in the state of Indiana; we do this by representing the united interests of music educators and students and by providing professional leadership and service in music education to enhance arts education in schools.
General Music Workshop - Saturday, September 26, 2026
- It's a one-day event packed with new tools and tips for music teachers gearing up for the school year. Dive into interactive activities like music games and dancing to spark student excitement. Plus, you will earn 5 PG points!
Beginning and Developing Teachers Workshop - Thursday, November 19, 2026
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IMEA invites beginning and developing music teachers in Indiana (1st-5th year) to our tailored workshop! Gain insights on classroom management, assessments, planning trips, and communicating with administrators. Learn from experienced educators, connect with peers, and leave with practical tools for immediate classroom use!
Professional Development Conference - January 14-16, 2027
- The IMEA Professional Development Conference is the largest, most diverse professional development event for Indiana music educators. Welcoming music teachers of all levels and classrooms, this three-day conference contains over 100 sessions and over 20 concerts.
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Music in Our Schools Month® (MIOSM®) is NAfME’s annual celebration taking place in March which engages music educators, students, and communities from around the country in promoting the benefits of high quality music education programs in schools. MIOSM® began as a single statewide advocacy day and celebration in New York in 1973 and grew over the decades to become a monthlong, nationwide celebration of school music in 1985.