2027 NAfME Eastern Division Conference

59th NAfME Eastern Division In-Service Conference

Sound of Hope, Waves of Change
Rhode Island Convention Center, Providence, Rhode Island
April 1-4, 2027

• Applications for School Performing Ensembles close July 10, 2026, and Session Proposals are due July 1, 2026.

• Exhibitor Applications will open June 15, 2026.

NAfME Eastern Division’s biennial conference features professional development sessions, keynote speakers, featured performers, school performing groups, research poster sessions, student compositions, and more. Visit the website regularly for application and registration dates, along with announcements of special forums for Tri-M members, parent boosters, and leadership. The 2027 All-Eastern Ensemble Festival will also occur this weekend with the Modern Band, Jazz Band, Orchestra, Band and Choir performances.

Visit the Rhode Island Music Education Association (RIMEA) and follow RIMEA on Instagram and Facebook for additional information and highlights.