contents April 2016 Bridging the Gap


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news and information Creative Sparks in Music Education Award


WSM Online CMP Summer Workshop


2016 Wisconsin State Music Conference News of Note


Resources for Music Educators – WisconsinPerforms.org


Music Advocacy Resources


In Memoriam: Honoring Wisconsin Music Teachers


In the Center – Summer Workshops WMEA News


Rock ‘n Stroll 5K Fun Run/Walk WSMA World Music Showcase WMEA Awards WSMA Awards WSMA News


2016-17 WSM Themes WMEA Call for Research Papers


2016 Marching Band Shows and WSMA State Marching Band Championships


Foundation News


Recognizing Teachers With 25 Years of Service


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i n ever y i s s ue From the Editor


WSMA Board of Directors Advertiser Index WMEA President


WSMA Board Perspective WFSM Board of Trustees In the Center WMEA News WSMA News


Foundation News WMEA Executive Board and State Chairs April 2016


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