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Music Education: Associations and Careers

This guide is designed specifically for music education research and resources.

Professional Associations

National Association for Music Education

New York State School Music Association

International Society for Music Education

Music Teachers National Association

American Choral Directors Association

American School Band Directors Association

American String Teachers Association

Council of Music Education Associations
The Council of Music Education Associations was formed in 1981. It is a coalition of music education and related organizations working cooperatively with the New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA).

Featured Titles at SU Libraries

A Field Guide to Student Teaching in Music by Ann C. Clements; Rita Klinger
Call Number: MT3.U5 C54 2010
ISBN: 9780415994583
Publication Date: 2010-05-21
Enhancing the Professional Practice of Music Teachers: 101 Tips That Principals Want Music Teachers to Know and Do by Paul G. Young
Call Number: MT1 .Y63 2010
ISBN: 9781607093046
Publication Date: 2009-12-15
Building Strong Music Programs: a Handbook for Preservice and Novice Music Teachers by Charlene Ryan
Call Number: MT1 .R95 2009
ISBN: 9781607091219
Publication Date: 2009-03-16
From the Stage to the Studio: How Fine Musicians Become Great Teachers by Cornelia Watkins; Laurie Scott
Call Number: ebook (online)
ISBN: 9780199740529
Publication Date: 2012-05-28

Job Listings for Music Educators

NAfME Career Center
Job listings, glossary of careers, resume tips and job search guidance
NY State School Music Association
Local job listings for New York State

Methods Associations