Monday Notes - August 31, 2026
August 31, 2026
“Through music a child gains insights into herself, into others, and into life itself.”
— Edwin E. Gordon
Our Address Has Changed!
Please continue to update NMMEA's address with your business offices.
The new address for NMMEA is
3702 Fairfax Ave
Farmington, NM 87402
Please email danielfear@nmmea.com for a new W-9 for your bussiness office.
NMMEA Town Hall Meeting
Join us for the NMMEA All-State Auditions Town Hall on September 16 at 6pm. Returning directors are welcome to drop in for a quick refresher, and new teachers can bring questions about the audition process.
NMMEA All-State Audition Dates
Audition Registration Opens this week! Get your Purchase Orders now!
Choir, Guitar & Orchestra
October 15 - 24, 2026
Upload window closes at 5:00 pm
(Registration Deadline - October 1, 2026 at 5:00 pm)
(Late Registration Deadline - October 8, 2026 at 5:00 pm)
Band & Jazz
October 28 - November 7, 2026
Upload window closes at 5:00 pm
(Registration Deadline - October 14, 2026 at 5:00 pm)
(Late Registration Deadline - October 21, 2026 at 5:00 pm)
NMMEA Auditions: Rehearsal Expectations, Rubrics and Commitment Forms
Marching Competitions
Marching competitions are growing across the state. Check this expanding list of competitions. Register or attend the one nearest you and support your favorite bands!
Middle School Grant Opportunity
This information has been shared with NMMEA. It is for your information.
NMMEA All-State Instrumental Music Folders
Reminder that all instrumental music folders will be purchased through NMMEA this year.