Wisconsin School Musician

Wisconsin School Musician is the official publication and primary means of communication for Wisconsin School Music Association (WSMA) and Wisconsin Music Educators Association (WMEA). It is written for music educators, college students and all who are interested in music education. Editorial content focuses on professional development articles written by regular columnists, special feature articles and news of the organizations. Wisconsin School Musician is published during the school year in September, January and April and distributed in print and electronic form to over 3,000 music teachers from WSMA member schools and WMEA membership in addition to non-member subscribers. The publication is supported through membership dues and fees, advertising and subscriptions.

April 2018

“Engaging Support Systems”

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		January 2018 “Practicing Inclusion” Click to launch the full January 2018 edition in a new window
		September 2017 “Well-Rounded With Music” Click to launch the full September 2017 edition in a new window
		April 2017 “Educator Affectiveness” Click to launch the full April 2017 edition in a new window
		January 2017 “Tuning Up for the New Year” Click to launch the full January 2017 edition in a new window
		September 2016 “Wisconsin – MusicStrong” Click to launch the full September 2016 edition in a new window
		April 2016 “Bridging the Gap” Click to launch the full April 2016 edition in a new window
		January 2016 “Outside the Comfort Zone” Click to launch the full January 2016 edition in a new window
		September 2015 “Musical Minds, Broader Minds” Click to launch the full September 2015 edition in a new window
		April 2015 “Mobile Learning” Click to launch the full April 2015 edition in a new window
		January 2015 “The New Era of Teacher Evaluation” Click to launch the full January 2015 edition in a new window (current year password required)
		September 2014 “Music – Creating Connections” Click to launch the full September 2014 edition in a new window (current year password required)
		April 2014 “Sustainability” Click to launch the full April 2014 edition in a new window (current year password required)
		January 2014 “Innovative Teaching Practices” Click to launch the full January 2014 edition in a new window (current year password required)
		September 2013 “Music for Body, Mind & Soul” Click to launch the full September 2013 edition in a new window (current year password required)
		April 2013 “Teaching Musicality” Click to launch the full April 2013 edition in a new window (current year password required)
		January 2013 “Exploring Cultural Traditions” Click to launch the full January 2013 edition in a new window (current year password required)
		September 2012 “Great Music, Great Minds” Click to launch the full September 2012 edition in a new window (current year password required)
		April 2012 “Turning Challenges Into Opportunities” Click to launch the full April 2012 edition in a new window (current year password required)
		January 2012 “Nurturing Parental Involvement” Click to launch the full January 2012 edition in a new window (current year password required)
		September 2011 “Music Lasts a Lifetime” Click to launch the full September 2011 edition in a new window (current year password required)
		April 2011 “Reaching the Next Level: You’re Among Friends” Click to launch the full April 2011 edition in a new window (current year password required)
		January 2011 “Dear Administrator” Click to launch the full January 2011 edition in a new window (current year password required)
		September 2010 “Celebrating Our Past, Imagining Our Future” Click here to launch the full September edition in a new window.
		April 2010 “Unveiling the World: Living Globally Through Music” Click here to launch the full April edition in a new window.
		January 2010 Feature Article Tips for Success Telling the Story: Advocating for Music
		September 2009 Feature Article Making the Most of the Concert Festival Experience Julie A. Palkowski, Madison Metropolitan School District
		April 2009 Feature Article Tips for Success Supporting Music Education: Critical Factors for a Successful Program
		January 2009 Feature Article Tips for Success The Business of School: Expanding the Learning Power of Music
		September 2008 Feature Article Tips for Success Supporting Music Education: Critical Factors for a Successful Program
		April 2008 Feature Article Case Study: Comparison of Music Students in 1997 and 2007 Perception of Their Curriculum and Self-Growth
		January 2008 Feature Article Tips for Success Telling the Story: Great Ways to Get Your Message Out
		September 2007 Feature Article Tips for Success Supporting Music Education: What Administrators Can Do
		April 2007 Feature Article Stepping Up to the Challenge: Finding Professional Development Resources for the Gifted and Talented Student
		January 2007 Feature Article Tips for Success Focusing on the Classroom: Music Content Standards
		September 2006 Feature Article Tips for Success The Business of School: Expanding the Learning Power of Music
		April 2006 Feature Article Tips for Success The Business of School: Helping Teachers Succeed
		January 2006 Feature Article Tips for Success The Business of School: Working with Administrators
		September 2005 Feature Article Tips for Success Focusing on the Classroom: A Checklist for Teachers
		April 2005 Feature Article Enhanced Musicianship Through Technology By Debra Welander
		January 2005 Feature Article School and Community Partnerships: Music Booster Organizations By Karen Plantenberg
		September 2004 Feature Article Developing a Community Music Group By Albert Asch
		April 2004 Feature Article Effective Treatment for Tinnitus is Available By Jody A. Jedlicka, AuD, Doctor of Audiology
		January 2004 Feature Article One Foot In – One Foot Out A Reflection on Opportunities for Music Involvement after Retirement. By Larry M. Sheets