National Conference

WHAT IS THE NATIONAL CONFERENCE?
Immerse yourself in Kodály education by attending our annual conference! Each year OAKE hosts a Conference for professional development and honor choirs. From coast to coast, OAKE has hosted hundreds of sessions with thousands of teachers, students and guests. The OAKE National Conference is held in an OAKE Division and hosted by a local OAKE Chapter.

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HOW DO I REGISTER?
Go to the Rates and Registration page for Conference Rates and Registration.

HOW DO I ADVOCATE TO ATTEND?

Music is officially considered part of a well-rounded education of every student. School and district administrators may even have resources to support professional development for teachers. Resources will be posted here in the future to help you advocate for your attendance.

WHAT WILL THE SCHEDULE BE?
The Conference normally follows a Thursday to Sunday outline. Sessions start at 1 pm on Thursday, followed by the Opening Ceremonies. Friday and Saturday are full of sessions, with fun events and concerts schedule throughout. Sunday usually wraps up by 12 pm.

GRADUATE CREDIT

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

NATIONAL CHOIR MEDIA AND PHOTOS FOR PURCHASE
Order Choir DVDs/CDs/Pictures Online

FUTURE OAKE CONFERENCE SITES

2021 Southern Division – Jacksonville, Florida, March 25 – 28, 2021

2022 Eastern Division – TBA

2023 Western Division – TBA

2024 Midwestern Division for OAKE’s 50th Anniversary