National Conference

 

Immerse yourself in Kodály-inspired professional development by attending our annual National Conference!
OAKE has hosted more than 50 National Conferences across the country; ours is the only National-level Conference specifically for Kodály educators and enthusiasts! See a preview below of this year’s offerings: 

 

 

2026 National Conference March 5-8, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois
Located at the Historic Palmer House Hotel in the Chicago Loop District

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HOW DO I REGISTER?
Registration information can be found on the Rates and Registration page. 

WHAT WILL THE SCHEDULE BE LIKE?
A typical conference starts Thursday afternoon or evening with group sessions through Sunday morning. An example schedule is on the Schedules page. 

HOW TO GET SUPPORT FROM DISTRICT OR COMMUNITY
Use our template to ask for financial assistance from your school and local community. We hope this helps build support for you and for singers to participate in the National Conference! Find the template here

GRADUATE CREDIT
Graduate Credit for conference attendance is available from the Kodály Music Institute (https://www.kodalymusicinstitute.org)

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We look forward to these upcoming national events in Chicago, Illinois:

March 5 – 8, 2026

March 4 – 7, 2027

March 2 – 5, 2028

Please note: National Choirs start Wednesday, one day before the teacher conference dates