This session is designed for those that are new to FINALE music writing software. Topics covered include setup and overview of this software and hands-on application.

This session is designed for those already familiar with FINALE music writing software and want to take their skills to the next level. Bring your project ideas to work on.

A choral discussion on rehearsal and performance techniques. (7.0 hours district music FLEX hours are available if not taken for UNL credit. $50 registration fee is the responsibility of the participant. Participant must attend BOTH sessions to receive the 7 FLEX hours. Partial FLEX hours will not be awarded.)

De-briefing session of the 2009 NMEA Conference.

A workshop designed with contemporary ideas for drill design and marching band shows, organization and curriculum topics and rehearsal strategies. (7.0 district music FLEX hours are available if not taken for UNL credit. $70 registration fee is the responsibility of the participant. Participant must attend both days of the workshop to receive the 7 FLEX hours. Partial FLEX hours will not be awarded.)

A workshop designed to provide band directors insight with practical suggestions into what adjudicators are looking for in the contest venue.(7.0 district music FLEX hours are available if not taken for UNL credit. $70 registration fee is the responsibility of the participant. Participant must attend both days of the workshop to receive the 7 FLEX hours. Partial FLEX hours will not be awarded.)

Docushare: an introduction, a refresher, an update-your choice!! Docushare is becoming a vital part of any teacher´s work. This session is designed to help teachers become better acquainted in Docushare and its use. 1.5 District Music FLEX hours available.

Dr. Knecht will present specific ways to improve the sound of choirs both at the elementary and secondary levels through the warm-up process. 1.5 District Music FLEX hours available.

A look at software that can be used for composition and improvisation instruction in the music classroom. Some topics to be covered are: FINALE, GarageBand, Transcribe and Band-in-a-Box. 1.5 District Music FLEX hours availabe.