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High School State Honors Music Project Timeline (2026–2027)

This timeline covers all critical dates from the opening of registration in 2026 through the final performances in 2027. Attendance at the June camp and the October rehearsals/concerts is mandatory for all selected participants.

Fall 2026: Audition & Acceptance

Date Event Notes
September 1      2027 Audition Requirements Posted Review specific materials for your instrument/ensemble.
November 1 Online Audition Registration Opens Registration is for the 2027 High School State Honors Music Project.
December 4 Online Registration CLOSES Closes promptly at 11:59 P.M. Late applications will not be accepted.

Spring & Summer 2027: Auditions, Acceptance, and Camp

Date Event Notes
February 6 Auditions (Day 1) Locations: Eau Claire, Appleton, Greendale, and Middleton.
February 13        Auditions (Day 2) Locations: La Crosse, Milwaukee, and Stevens Point.
Late March Students receive Audition Results Letter Results are sent out.
April 15 Acceptance Contracts & Tuition Due Deadline for all paperwork and tuition payments.
June 19–22 Honors Camp 1: Orchestra, Treble Choir & Jazz Ensemble Mandatory Attendance for participation in the October concert.
June 23–26 Honors Camp 2: Band & Mixed Choir Mandatory Attendance for participation in the October concert.

Fall 2027: Final Rehearsals & Concerts (Madison)

Wednesday, October 27

Time Ensemble Activity
Early Afternoon Band & Orchestra Rehearsals Begin
Late Afternoon Mixed & Treble Choirs Rehearsals Begin

Thursday, October 28

Time Ensemble Activity
All Day Band, Orchestra, Choirs Continuation of Rehearsals
Mid-Morning Jazz Ensemble Rehearsals Begin
TBD Band & Orchestra Final Concert
TBD         Mixed & Treble Choirs Final Concert

Friday, October 29

Time Ensemble Activity
Morning Jazz Ensemble Final Rehearsal
11:30 a.m.      Jazz Ensemble Final Concert

 

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April 2026
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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.
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