2026 PMEA Annual In-Service Conference

SmartMusic by MakeMusic brings its suite of music education technology to the 2026 PMEA (Pennsylvania Music Educators Association) Annual In-Service Conference, held at the Kalahari Resort and Convention Center in the Poconos from April 22–25, 2026. This conference is the premier professional learning event for music educators across Pennsylvania, bringing together teachers from all grade levels and music disciplines for workshops, performances, and networking. SmartMusic is a widely-used interactive music learning platform that provides teachers and students with access to thousands of band, orchestra, and vocal pieces, along with practice tools, sight-reading exercises, and assessment features. The platform gives students immediate feedback on their playing or singing through audio recognition technology, enabling more effective independent practice and freeing up valuable rehearsal time for ensemble work and musicianship development. MakeMusic's presence at the PMEA conference offers Pennsylvania music educators the opportunity to explore how SmartMusic can enhance their instrumental and vocal programs, streamline assessment, and support differentiated instruction for students at varying skill levels. Whether attendees are already SmartMusic users looking to deepen their practice or music teachers exploring technology tools for the first time, this conference session provides hands-on engagement with a platform that has become a staple in music education technology.