2027 Annual WVMEA
In-Service Conference

March 4 – 6, 2026

The annual WVMEA In-Service Conference is held at the Charleston Coliseum and Conference Center in the spring of each year. It encompasses every segment of the organization and has emerged as a major in-service activity for all teachers, as well as providing unique performance opportunities for gifted students. In addition to workshop sessions on all levels of music instruction from kindergarten through college, several inspiring concerts are held to spotlight the top honors performing organizations and students in the state.

 

“Music is Who We Are”

We are excited to announce that the theme for this year’s conference will be Music is Who We Are which aims to highlight the wealth of musical opportunities WV music teachers provide for students in the mountain state.

Now Accepting Session Proposals!

We are seeking engaging, practical, and thought-provoking session proposals on all aspects of music teaching and learning in the K12 classroom, including instrumental, vocal, and general music; instruction and rehearsal; curriculum and assessment; technology; recruitment and retention; inclusion; teacher wellness; leadership; and more.

We are especially excited about sessions that advocate for and strengthen K–12 music education, including:

  • Building support with administrators and families
  • Effectively communicating the value and impact of music education
  • Recruiting and retaining students
  • Supporting and retaining music educators
  • Building supportive partnerships in communities

All of you have something to share. Here’s your opportunity to do so! If you have any questions, please reach out to conference chair Jason Gossett at president.elect@wvmea.org.

APPLY HERE >>

The portal closes November 2nd, 2026 at 11:45 pm.

Registration Details:

The 2027 Annual WVMEA In-Service Conference will be held at the Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center in Charleston, WV, on March 4 – 6, 2027. Registrants must be current WVMEA members at the time of registration and during the conference dates. Membership will be verified at the time of registration. Questions about NAfME membership may be directed to MemberServices@nafme.org. Join or renew your membership at https://nafme.org/join-renew/.

We are paperless! Guidebook will be THE source for everything you need to know about the 2027 WVMEA In-Service Conference. Printed conference programs will not be provided. There will be a printable version of the All-State Concert programs, and a link will be available in the Guidebook app AND on-site at the performances.

Download Guidebook to Your Mobile Device BEFORE the conference. You will receive an email invitation prior to the conference in order to access the 2026 WVMEA In-Service Conference Guide.

Guidebook for Apple devices (Appstore)
Guidebook for Android devices (Appstore)

ONLINE REGISTRATION is currently CLOSED.

REGISTRATION FEES:

  • Early Bird: $100 until Jan 16, 2026 at 11:45p
  • Pre-Registration: $125 Jan 17, 2026 at 8:30a – Feb 20, 2026 at 11:45p
  • Registration & On-Site: $200 beginning March 5, 2026 online & on-site at the Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center

SEE YOU IN 2027!

Note: All teachers must be pre-registered in order to take students to participate in any conference activity. Failure to comply will result in an increased registration fee and students will be removed from conference activities until evidence of conference registration is verified with the chair of the respective affiliate.

Questions about registration may be directed to executive@wvmea.org.

 

 

Photo & Bio
coming soon

Matthew Arau

2027 KEYNOTE SPEAKER

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