May - Nebraska Music Educators Association
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interest in a (summer) Leadership Academy for 2012. The amendment was accepted by Judy Bush<br />
and Judy Welch. There was discussion on whether this is to be a one-time event or a permanent part of<br />
the schedule. Board consensus was that this action is to authorize a one-time event that can be<br />
evaluated after the 2011 conference and 2012 academy (if held) and incorporated into future conferences<br />
if interest is indicated by the membership. President Barker called for a vote on the amendment and it<br />
was carried unanimously by voice vote.<br />
President Barker then called for a vote on the motion as amended and it carried unanimously by<br />
voice vote: NMEA will establish a Leadership Track within the 2011 Conference/Clinic schedule,<br />
including a survey for interest in a (summer) Leadership Academy for 2012.<br />
ALL-STATE CONCERT ORDER CHANGE – It was moved by Patty Ritchie, seconded by Judy<br />
Welch, that the All-State Band and Orchestra performances on the final NMEA Conference concert<br />
alternate order, on a yearly basis. Patty Ritchie explained the rationale for switching the concert order<br />
of the All-State Band and All-State Orchestra on alternating years. The current schedule does not allow<br />
the band members to hear the orchestra. Switching the order will allow the band students to hear the<br />
orchestra and the orchestra students to hear the band in alternating years. Dale Bazan inquired if the Lied<br />
staff has any difficulties with this change. Judy Bush replied that they do not have any problems with an<br />
alternating order. Dale also asked if moving percussion would be more difficult with the Band first on the<br />
program. Clark Potter mentioned that it could be advantageous to have all of the Band’s percussion set<br />
up before the concert, which is possible when the Band is the first ensemble. Bryan Johnson explained<br />
that, since the Band is somewhat larger than the Orchestra, there will be a slightly higher cost for their<br />
balcony tickets. However, the difference is quite low and should not be considered as a factor in the<br />
board’s decision. Doran Johnson asked if this would also alternate the order of the dress rehearsals. It<br />
would, and Joyce and Judy Bush will make all appropriate changes in the dress rehearsal schedule.<br />
Bryan Johnson pointed out that there is a slight wording difference between the motion as printed in the<br />
board reports (as printed above) and the motion read during the meeting. President Barker called the<br />
question on the motion presented in the board reports. On voice vote the motion was defeated.<br />
Patty Ritchie offered the following motion, seconded by Judy Welch: The All-State Band and<br />
Orchestra performances on the final NMEA Conference concert be in alternating order, on a yearly<br />
basis. The Band will be the first ensemble performing in 2011. This motion carried unanimously.<br />
President Barker emphasized that this change needs to be carefully evaluated after the 2011 Conference<br />
and any unanticipated problems addressed at that time.<br />
INFORMATION ITEMS<br />
ROCK BAND CAMP – Rex Barker mentioned that Midwest <strong>Music</strong> Center in Norfolk is sponsoring a Rock<br />
Band Camp. Further information is available at their website.<br />
AUGUST MEETING – The next NMEA board meeting will be held on Saturday, August 6 at the Chase<br />
Suites in Lincoln.<br />
2011 CONFERENCE – President Elect Judy Bush presented an update on progress towards the 2011<br />
conference. Discussions were held on the following scheduling issues:<br />
• What is the best starting time of the Wednesday afternoon chair placement auditions and<br />
sectionals? Is 4:00 pm too early for those traveling from a distance? Is an hour sufficient time for<br />
the auditions and sectionals?<br />
• Rehearsal venue for the Band – Is there enough room in the Carson Theater or should another<br />
venue be located? Should the Band rehearse on the Lied stage during the times the stage is<br />
available?