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TMEA Professional Development Conference 2026

Presented by SmartMusic by MakeMusic


SmartMusic by MakeMusic showcases its suite of music education technology at the 2026 TMEA Professional Development Conference, held February 11-14 at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas. The Texas Music Educators Association conference is one of the largest and most respected music education gatherings in the United States, featuring over 300 clinics spanning every teaching level and discipline, alongside performances, exhibits, and networking opportunities that draw thousands of music educators annually. MakeMusic's presence at TMEA gives educators the opportunity to explore MakeMusic Cloud and SmartMusic's interactive practice tools, which have become staples in music classrooms for their ability to provide students with immediate feedback, personalised practice experiences, and access to a vast library of music. Conference attendees can visit the MakeMusic booth to see live demonstrations, learn about new product features, and discuss how digital tools can enhance ensemble rehearsals, individual practice, and music literacy development. The conference also features clinic sessions from expert music educators, including sessions on nurturing music literacy and engaging students through innovative rehearsal techniques. For music teachers looking to strengthen their technology integration, discover new repertoire, or simply connect with a vibrant community of peers, the TMEA conference with MakeMusic's SmartMusic offerings provides an exceptionally rich professional development experience.

Key Takeaways

Explore MakeMusic Cloud and SmartMusic's interactive practice and assessment tools; attend 300+ clinic sessions across all music teaching disciplines; discover strategies for integrating digital tools into ensemble and individual instruction; network with thousands of fellow music educators at one of the nation's premier conferences

Evidence base: SmartMusic and MakeMusic Cloud are widely adopted music education platforms with a strong evidence base in supporting student practice, assessment, and music literacy development across diverse school settings.

Presenter

MakeMusic Representatives and TMEA Clinicians

MakeMusic is the developer of SmartMusic and MakeMusic Cloud, leading music education technology platforms used in thousands of schools. TMEA clinicians include expert music educators presenting on topics from music literacy to innovative rehearsal techniques.

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