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High School State Honors 50th Anniversary Celebration

The High School State Honors 50th Anniversary Celebration took place on October 25, 2018. To watch videos from the presentation, view photos submitted from throughout the years, or submit your own Honors memories, please visit High School Honors: Past, Present & Future.


Experience of a Lifetime

In its 50th year, the WSMA High School State Honors Music Project continues to be nationally recognized as one of the finest musical opportunities available for young people – the memories and skills are for life!

Please join us in a very special anniversary celebration!

  • Honor the Past 
    Attend the 50th Anniversary Reception – October 25, 6-8 p.m. (Between the Concerts)
    Overture Center for the Arts, 201 State St., Madison – 2nd Floor, Promenade Hall and Terrace
    Special presenters, historical interactions, refreshments and more – No RSVP required.
    More Information »
  • Support the Present
    Experience the 2018 High School State Honors Project Concerts:
    Band and Orchestra – October 25, 4:30 p.m., Overture Hall, Overture Center
    Treble Choir and Mixed Choir – October 25, 8 p.m., Overture Hall, Overture Center
    Jazz Ensemble – October 26, 11:30 a.m., Madison Ballroom, Monona Terrace
    Ticket Information»
  • Imagine the Future
    Consider a meaningful contribution to the WSMA Honors Endowment – a fund that continues paying dividends that can lower the cost and increase accessibility for youth to participate in the Honors Project.  Donate Now »
This special event was sponsored by:
Conn-Selmer
Esco
Festivals of Music/Music in the Parks
Hal Leonard
Monona Terrace/The Greater Madison Convention & Visitors Bureau
Valley Expo & Displays
Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestra

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Are you a student, parent or teacher interested in receiving a reminder in the fall about the Honors Project Auditions?
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Questions?

Honors Support Team: Send a message
800-589-9762, 608-850-3566 (Madison area)

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January 2026
“Taking Care of Our Students and Ourselves”

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An educational collaboration by WSMA and PBS Wisconsin Education

Re/sound: Songs of Wisconsin
In a state-wide survey and listening sessions with music educators, we learned about the need for current, authentic, culturally diverse resources, as well as support in teaching with and about music from different cultures. This multimedia collection for general music programs serving grades 4-8 includes video interviews with Wisconsin musicians, performances, audio files, and educator engagement guides designed to help activate the media with learners.
Learn More »

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Wisconsin School Music Association 1005 Quinn Drive
Waunakee, WI 53597
608.850.3566
800.589.9762

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M-F 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

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