From Higher Ed... MarkWalker, President, Higher Education Division
As I write this article on September 29, about twelve hours before it is due, I am reminded of the fact that the AMEA Conference is right around the corner. January 22 might be three and a half months away, but we will blink and then it will be here. I want to take this time to encourage all of the HED membership to invite their respective colleagues to attend the AMEA Conference and become members of MENC. I am often asked of what benefit it is to be a part of AMEA and MENC. One of the principle benefits is this conference. An annual sharing of ideas, techniques, best practices and outstanding performances so close to home not only benefits our higher ed colleagues, but their (our) students, as well.
The HED is collaborating with the other divisions to bring outstanding clinicians to our Conference. For example, the ABA, AOA, CMENC, and HED are sponsoring Ken Ozzello’s clinic titled Rehearsal Techniques You May Not Have Considered. This act of working together strengthens our organization and, by extension, our profession.
One of the highlights of the HED offerings is the annual Recital Series. This year, the recitals will take place back-to-back beginning at 2:45 on Friday, January 23. This will allow the seamless movement from one recital to the next, and should allow greater participation.
I am pleased to let you know that HED colleagueswhowish to send in papers for publication in the Ala Breve will now have the option of having the papers
submitted to a peer review process. The Editorial Board for this process is being assembled by Dr. Diane Orlofsky, Professor of Music Education at Troy University and chair of the AMEA Research Group. This is a wonderful opportunity for those who are looking to publish their research articles and for the Ala Breve to disseminate current research from colleagues from Alabama and the surrounding states. There will be more information about
this exciting
development in upcoming Ala Breve issues.
I am looking forward to the 2009 Conference and sharing this time with colleagues. Please encourage your colleagues on your respective campuses to attend this important Conference.
AMEA Conference Hotels
The following list represents hotels/motels in Tuscaloosa participating in the 2008AMEAIn-Service Conference January 10-12. They have agreed to reserve a block of rooms at a special conference rate. Tax will be added to the following prices. You are requested to contact the facility of your choice by calling the number provided. To ensure availability and the conference rates, please call early and identify yourself with the block of rooms for the Alabama Music Educators Association Conference. Deadline for block is December 20, 2007.*
Country Inn and Suites 4801 McFarland Boulevard Tuscaloosa,AL 35405 205-345-9999 Doubles - $79.00
Courtyard by Marriott 4115 Courtney Drive Tuscaloosa,AL 35405 205-750-8384 Doubles/Kings- $99.00
Fairfield Inn by Marriott 4101 Courtney Drive Tuscaloosa,AL 35405 205-366-0900 Doubles/Kings - $84.00
Hampton Inn I59/20 6400 Interstate Drive Tuscaloosa,AL 35453 205-562-9000 Doubles/Kings- $80
Hampton Inn University 600 Harper Lee Drive Tuscaloosa,AL 35404 205-553-9800 Doubles/Kings - $94
14 October 2008
Hotel Capstone (formerly Four Points Sheraton) Conference Hotel 320 Bryant Drive Tuscaloosa,AL 35401 205-752-3200 Standard Doubles/Kings- $96.00 Club Level - $121.00 The Hotel Capstone is currently sold out during the conference.
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