SoundForge 2025 Application Deadline

We are excited to present NCMEA’s SoundForge: A Popular Music Collective Event in 2025!

All music educators, including PK-12 and music education students enrolled in a music education program interested in experiencing and watching the process of students writing songs and collaborating with guest artists, are invited to attend SoundForge at Catawba College on Saturday, February 1st. A certificate of completion will be provided for attendees who would like professional development credits.

All applicants must fill out the information below to be considered for the event. Applying for the event does not guarantee you will be invited to participate. Space is limited.

Please note: This is a one day event with a concert at the end of the day. Teachers are responsible for travel to and from the event, including lodging (if needed). Lunch will be provided the day of the event. Equipment (Amps, microphones, drum sets, and keyboards) will be provided.

Teachers are limited to 2 groups for the event. Please submit a new form for any additional ensemble you are applying. A $150 submission fee will be required if your application and audition recordings have been accepted and you are invited to participate in event.

Deadline to submit applications is January 5th, 2025 and notification of acceptance will be January 6th, 2025.

All additional inquires should be sent to:
Jonathan Kladder, SoundForge coordinator
[email protected].

Click here for the Registration Link or use the registration QR code below.