FMEA is an umbrella organization concerned with activities that affect all of music education. Activities that deal specifically with a particular area or grade level are handled by component organizations, councils, and committees. Their presidents or chairs serve on the FMEA Board of Directors, and they have representation on the Conference Planning Committee.
Members of FMEA are encouraged to join the organization(s) that represent their specialty, and it is a requirement if you have students auditioning for any of the corresponding all-state ensembles. You can add a component or council membership online when you join or renew your FMEA membership.
Component Associations
Component organizations focus on a particular subject matter and grade level and have their own 501(c)(3) status, executive director, and board of directors.
Elementary Music Teachers
The Florida Elementary Music Educators Association unites and strengthens the professional standing of all elementary music teachers in order to encourage more effective teaching of music.
Band Directors
The Florida Bandmasters Association promotes the expansion and improvement of band programs in Florida schools and professional growth for band directors.
Chorus Directors
The Florida Vocal Association promotes and develops interest in vocal and general music, the improvement of school choral groups in Florida's secondary schools, and the professional growth of choral directors.
Orchestra Directors
The Florida Orchestra Association provides programs and activities geared specifically toward orchestras and string programs and the professional growth of orchestra directors and string teachers.
Council Associations
Councils are specialty subject-area groups within FMEA. They have a mission aligned with the FMEA mission statement, elect a board of directors, work directly with students or teachers, and maintain bylaws and a constitution.
College & University Music Teachers
The Florida College Music Educators Association addresses the concerns unique to music programs in colleges, universities, and community colleges.
College & University Students
Florida NAfME Collegiate is comprised of our future music educators and seeks to improve opportunities and experiences for college students before they become practicing educators.
Guitar
The Florida Guitar Education Association promotes and supports the guitar programs in Florida schools and professional growth for school guitar teachers.
Contemporary Music & Media: Modern Band, Digital Music, Production
The Florida Contemporary Music & Media Association is for music teachers interested in contemporary media education, such as Digital Music Production, Modern Band, and Popular Music Ensembles.
Steel Band
The Florida Steelband Education Association promotes and supports the guitar programs in Florida schools and professional growth for school guitar teachers.
Multicultural Network
The FMEA Multicultural Network promotes collaboration, professional learning, and mentorship among music educators of all cultures and backgrounds, and advocates for inclusive music programs in Florida's schools.
Music Supervisors
The Florida Music Supervision Association deals directly with curriculum standards, facilities, and programs from the perspective of district-level administrations.