Welcome back to the 2025- 2026 school year 

CMEA has many new and exciting offerings and opportunities for you in the coming year. Here is a preview of what is “NEW” at CMEA.

CMEA has a new look!

CMEA’s website has a new look with easier navigation, a list of important links on the main page to link directly to the topic, a new CMEA Calendar, quick links to email board members, and an easier and more organized menu at the top of the website. Take a look and try it out. Cmeaonline.org

Free WIFI Access!

We are pleased to announce that ALL conference attendees for the 2026 Conference will have free WIFI access from Wednesday to Saturday as part of your conference registration.

New 2026 Conference Opportunities!

Pizza with the President(s) on Thursday for collegiate NAfME members and 1^st – 3^rd year teachers. 

• Come and meet the state Presidents of musical organizations in Colorado and have a pizza lunch.  
• Attendance is limited to the first 125 who select this option when registering for the conference.
• Registration closes on January 3^rd for this event.

Out-of-State College/University Reception at the 2026 Conference

Are you from an out-of-state College/University and you do not have a reception to attend on Friday evening? Well, now you do, CMEA will be hosting a reception for all non-Colorado College graduates on Friday evening.

Sizzling Social-Dance, Dine & Ignite Your Passion

Looking for a fun and stimulating experience on Friday night? Come to the CMEA “The Sizzling Social- Dance, Dine & Ignite Your Passion” on Friday night from 7:00 – 9:30. For $30.00 you receive access to a Taco Bar dinner, cash bar, and a live Salsa Band with Salsa dance lessons. 

• Sign up for this Do-Not-Miss Event when you register for the conference. 
• Registration closes on January 3^rd for this event.

CMEA Conference Registration is OPEN!

Registration for the CMEA 2026 Conference is now open. Look for the quick link to register on the new CMEA Website main page. Or click the button below.

Congratulations to the 2026 CMEA Honor Performing Ensembles!

CMEA Hotel Registration at The Broadmoor Hotel is now open. 

Complete your registration by going to the quick link to register on the new CMEA Website main page or by clicking HERE.

CMEA Honor Award Nominations

• CMEA Award for Music Advocacy

• CMEA Exemplary Service to Music Education Award

• CMEA Hall of Fame

• CMEA Honored Administrator

• CMEA Outstanding Young Educator

• CMEA 25-Year Service Award

Submission forms open on Friday, August 1, 2025

Forms close on Friday, October 3, 2025

Advertise in CMEA’s 2025–26 Publications!

Want to connect with thousands of music educators across Colorado? Reserve your ad space in the CMEA 2025–26 publications—including our Fall, Winter, and Spring journals, the 2026 Conference Program, and our brand-new Conference Booklet featuring session descriptions! Your message will reach a passionate and professional audience throughout the year and at our largest annual event. Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your brand in the heart of Colorado’s music education community.

Help Us Find CMEA 2026 Conference Sponsors!

CMEA is seeking sponsors for the 2026 Conference—and we need your help spreading the word! Our goal is to offer elevated, meaningful experiences for all attendees, but registration fees alone don’t fully cover the costs. Corporate and community sponsorships allow us to bring in top clinicians, create exceptional events, and support music educators statewide. If you know a business or organization that would be a great fit, please share this opportunity with them!