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The Virginia Elementary Music Educators Association (VEMEA) is a branch of the Virginia Music Educators Association (VMEA). The VMEA is the professional association for the school music teachers of the Commonwealth of Virginia. VMEA is a 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit association incorporated in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

The mission of the Virginia Elementary Music Educators Association is to advance music education in Virginia Elementary schools.

Move, Sing, and Play Along to the Sounds of Latin America - Virtual Workshop 2/15/2025

Frbruary 15, 2025 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

FREE to all music educators! (thanks to a VEMEA professional development grant)

Dr. Vimari Colon-Leon

This professional development session will introduce teachers to a diverse array of musical traditions from Latin America, emphasizing the integration of movement, singing, and instrument play. Attendees will explore activities developed by a culture bearer and general music specialist that reflect authentic practices and that will help foster curiosity and cultural awareness in their students.

Fill out this Google Doc Form to register!

All Virginia Elementary Chorus - 2025 - Registration Closed

Saturday, April 26, 2025
Manassas

Students from elementary across the state will experience the joy of making music together. Participants will be selected by their general music teacher. Students will work with a master conductor, perform a varied repertoire of quality choral literature, and increase their knowledge of vocal skills.

For more information email Jason Kriner at jason.kriner@wjccschools.org or 757-303-7000

Registration is closed - please contact Jason Kriner at jason.kriner@wjccschools.org or 757-303-7000 for more information.

All Virginia Elementary Virtual Chorus - 2021

VEMEA Virtual Professional Development Workshops Saturday February 18, 2023
9:00am-12:00pm
Breaking The Code: Unlocking Student Potential Through Student-Centered Instruction

1:00pm-4:00pm
Autism Spectrum Disorders in the Elementary Music Classroom