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CMP Summer Workshop 2025

Created and taught by real teachers, this is an authentic professional development experience that will really transform your work. Come experience the energy and excitement of creative, passionate K-12 music teachers, new and veteran, instrumental, general, vocal and studio educators all in one place.

Watch demonstration classes taught by master teachers
Think about how this model will fit with your particular style and students.
Discuss ideas, ask questions and hear from others all around the country in small group settings.
Create a teaching plan that you can really use.

    • A natural fit for professional goals.
    • Current educational initiatives are examined from a CMP perspective.
    • A perfect mix of inspiring and practical.

Registration

This year’s camp will be held July 8-10 at Edgewood High School, Madison, Wisconsin.

Camp Schedule

  • July 8 – Registration – 8:00 a.m. and Camp 8:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
  • July 9 – Camp – 8:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
  • July 10 – Camp – 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Registration Fees

  • WMEA Member – Early Bird (closes June 5) – $160.00
  • WMEA Member – Standard (June 6-23) – $190.00
  • Non WMEA Member – Early Bird (closes June 5) – $195.00
  • Non WMEA Member – Standard (June 6-23) – $225.00
  • NAfME Collegiate Member – Early Bird (closes June 5) – $40.00
  • NAfME Collegiate Member – Standard (June 6-23) – $50.00
  • Collegiate – Non Member – Early Bird (closes June 5) – $60.00
  • Collegiate – Non Member – Standard (June 6-23) – $75.00

Registration Form

Meals and Housing

  • Light breakfast items will be provided Tues, Wed and Thurs
  • Boxed lunches Tues, Wed and Thurs are optional ($50) but must be paid with registration. (Most dietary needs can be accommodated. If you have significant dietary needs, you may want to consider supplying your own lunches.)
  • Dinner break times will be provided for your own offsite meals.
  • Lodging is not provided or included in registration.
  • Numerous hotels are located nearby, throughout Madison and in the surrounding area for you to make your reservations.

Textbook Requirement

  • Shaping Sound Musicians is the required textbook for CMP Summer Camp. It will be available for purchase via registration form for $45.00. (This includes textbook, shipping and handling.) Reading the first five chapters before camp attendance is encouraged.

For more information view the CMP Summer Camp Details Page

Registration Form


Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the CMP Summer Workshop?

A. While CMP originated as a planning process for teachers of performing band, choir, and orchestra ensembles, it now includes K-12 general music teachers and studio teachers of any instrument.  The workshop includes presentation of the CMP planning model and examples of CMP applied to rehearsals as well as interest sessions related to current issues in music education.

What can I expect to learn and experience at the workshop?

A. This and much more…

  • Gain an understanding of the CMP Model for Planning Instruction through constructing a teaching plan using music that you would use in your own teaching setting.
  • Attend demonstration rehearsals/classes/lessons led by master teachers from all areas: band, choir, orchestra, general music, private studio and levels: K-12, college-university.
  • Join a shared learning community with enthusiastic and experienced music educators from all areas – in one-on-one and small and large group settings.
  • Experience special interest sessions exploring a variety of instructional ideas: new strategies, effective outcomes and assessments.
  • Gather a wealth of resources, materials, techniques, and ideas that will get you ready for next fall.

 

Is housing offered?

A. Lodging is not provided or included in registration. Numerous hotels are located nearby, throughout Madison and in the surrounding area for you to make your reservations.

Are meals offered?

A. Light breakfast will be available for all registered attendees; lunch package will be available for purchase during registration, and all dinners will be on-your-own off site.

I live nearby. Can I commute?

A. Yes, this option is available. Sessions begin at 8:30 a.m. and last until 9:00 p.m. in the evening so please plan accordingly.  An exact schedule is emailed to you a week prior to the workshop.

When does the workshop begin and end?

A. Tuesday morning of camp week starts with registration continuing until Thursday late afternoon.

What should I bring to the workshop?

A. Please bring the following:

  • Instrumental teachers should bring scores of 6 pieces and choral teachers bring 6 copies of 5-6 pieces you are considering doing with your groups next year. Good repertoire can make your week at CMP an even richer experience—it is at the heart of what we do all week. Although we will spend quite a bit of time discussing what makes a good piece of music, if you have brought high quality music with you, you will begin the week that much further ahead. When in doubt, bring more pieces—the more music you have with you, the more chance that you’ll find a great piece to study.
  • A copy of Shaping Sound Musicians (available for purchase via the workshop registration form).
  • A computer, notebooks/notepads and anything else to complete work.
  • An instrument (or your voice) for demonstration rehearsals.
What should I do before the workshop to prepare?

A. Review the first five chapters of Shaping Sound Musicians (available via your registration form) which will introduce you to the CMP planning process.


Questions? Contact learning@wsmamusic.org.

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