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Welcome to the APME Miami 2026 Conference!
Here you can register and update your Sched profile. A draft schedule will be available March 1, when you’ll be able to explore sessions and build your agenda.

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Join us June 4–6 at the Frost School of Music, University of Miami, as we celebrate the rhythms, relationships, and revolutions shaping popular music education.

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Thursday, June 4
 

10:15am EDT

🎵APME LIVE CLINIC: HIVE HONORS
HIVE HONORS
Speakers
avatar for Stephen Gleason

Stephen Gleason

Lecturer, University of Miami
Stephen Gleason is a New York born musician and educator with over 25 years of performance, composing, and academic achievements.  With heavy roots in both jazz and popular music he’s carved-out a unique career arc that has spanned across 25 years.
Most recently he has contri... Read More →
Thursday June 4, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Victor E. Clarke Recital Hall 5501 San Amaro Dr, Coral Gables, FL 33146, USA

10:15am EDT

🎵APME LIVE CLINIC: OSCEOLA ROCKS
OSCEOLA ROCKS
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Tom Zlabinger

Dr. Tom Zlabinger

Associate Professor of Music, York College / CUNY
Dr. Tom Zlabinger is an Associate Professor of Music at York College in New York City and a leading figure in popular music education, serving as Founding President of the Association of Popular Music Education's New York Chapter (APME-NY). With a Ph.D. in ethnomusicology from the... Read More →
Thursday June 4, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
PLF North 330 5501 San Amaro Dr, Coral Gables, FL 33146 Frost School of Music Facilities

11:20am EDT

🎵APME LIVE CLINIC: GADSEN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
GADSEN ST. COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Speakers
avatar for Shane Colquhoun, PhD.

Shane Colquhoun, PhD.

Assistant Professor of Music Technology and Buisness, Alabama State University
Dr. Shane Colquhoun is an Assistant Professor of Music Technology and Contemporary Musical Styles at Alabama State University and a nationally recognized voice in innovative music education. A two-time GRAMMY Music Educator Award quarterfinalist, he centers his work on expanding access... Read More →
Thursday June 4, 2026 11:20am - 12:20pm EDT
PLF North 330 5501 San Amaro Dr, Coral Gables, FL 33146 Frost School of Music Facilities

11:20am EDT

🎵APME LIVE CLINIC: UP IN THE AIR
UP IN THE AIR
Speakers
avatar for Jesse Tyler Moore

Jesse Tyler Moore

Undergraduate Program Coordinator, Admissions Coordinator, Rock Ensemble Director, Instructor of Guitar and Bass Guitar, The Pennsylvania State University
Jesse Tyler Moore is an accomplished musician, administrator, and educator specializing in guitar and bass guitar instruction. With a deep passion for popular music genres such as rock, blues, funk, and metal, Jesse brings a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to his teaching. His... Read More →
Thursday June 4, 2026 11:20am - 12:20pm EDT
Victor E. Clarke Recital Hall 5501 San Amaro Dr, Coral Gables, FL 33146, USA

12:30pm EDT

🍏THE LUNCH SET AMPE LIVE Student Clinic: Kathleen Juarez
KATHLENE JUAREZ
Speakers
Thursday June 4, 2026 12:30pm - 1:15pm EDT
PLF North 330 5501 San Amaro Dr, Coral Gables, FL 33146 Frost School of Music Facilities

1:15pm EDT

🍏THE LUNCH SET APME LIVE Student Clinic: Julian Abramo
JULIAN ABRAMO
Speakers
avatar for Heather Fortune

Heather Fortune

Music Teacher, Friends Select School
Educator and Flutist Heather Fortune leads instrumental ensembles at Friends Select School in Center City, Philadelphia. Her inclusive approach centers student voice and choice, utilizes good music technology to empower learners, and builds responsive classroom spaces. Heather coaches... Read More →
Thursday June 4, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm EDT
PLF North 330 5501 San Amaro Dr, Coral Gables, FL 33146 Frost School of Music Facilities

2:00pm EDT

🎵APME LIVE CLINIC: POLYPHONICS
POLYPHONICS
Speakers
avatar for Stephen Gleason

Stephen Gleason

Lecturer, University of Miami
Stephen Gleason is a New York born musician and educator with over 25 years of performance, composing, and academic achievements.  With heavy roots in both jazz and popular music he’s carved-out a unique career arc that has spanned across 25 years.
Most recently he has contri... Read More →
Thursday June 4, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Victor E. Clarke Recital Hall 5501 San Amaro Dr, Coral Gables, FL 33146, USA

2:00pm EDT

🎵APME LIVE CLINIC: WITHIN
WITHIN
Speakers
avatar for Ruth Debrot

Ruth Debrot

Senior Lecturer in Music Education, Boston University
I am interested in all things about teaching and learning. I sing, play guitar and keys in my band, Notorious Jones. Let's jam!
Thursday June 4, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
PLF North 330 5501 San Amaro Dr, Coral Gables, FL 33146 Frost School of Music Facilities

3:30pm EDT

🎵APME LIVE CLINIC: AVIATOR LATIN BAND
AVIATOR LATIN BAND
Speakers
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Roxana Amed

Lecturer, University of Miami
Thursday June 4, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Victor E. Clarke Recital Hall 5501 San Amaro Dr, Coral Gables, FL 33146, USA

3:30pm EDT

🎵APME LIVE CLINIC: PINE CREST SCHOOL (Boca Raton)
PINE CREST SCHOOL (Boca Raton)
Speakers
avatar for Heather Fortune

Heather Fortune

Music Teacher, Friends Select School
Educator and Flutist Heather Fortune leads instrumental ensembles at Friends Select School in Center City, Philadelphia. Her inclusive approach centers student voice and choice, utilizes good music technology to empower learners, and builds responsive classroom spaces. Heather coaches... Read More →
Thursday June 4, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
PLF North 330 5501 San Amaro Dr, Coral Gables, FL 33146 Frost School of Music Facilities
 
Friday, June 5
 

10:15am EDT

🎵APME LIVE CLINIC: HIVE ACOUSTIC
HIVE ACOUSTIC
Speakers
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Ian Holljes

Lecturer, University of Miami
Friday June 5, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Victor E. Clarke Recital Hall 5501 San Amaro Dr, Coral Gables, FL 33146, USA

11:20am EDT

🎵APME LIVE CLINIC: INTERLOCHEN
INTERLOCHEN
Speakers
avatar for Kat Reinhert

Kat Reinhert

Professor/CEO, Berklee College of Music/Songwriting for Music Educators
Kat Reinhert is a genre-defying songwriter, vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, and bandleader. She has released five independently produced albums and collaborated with artists like Anat Fort, Jo Lawry, Ross Pederson, Michael Leonhart, Josh Logan, Stephen Lit, and David Cook. Her songwriting... Read More →
Friday June 5, 2026 11:20am - 12:20pm EDT
Victor E. Clarke Recital Hall 5501 San Amaro Dr, Coral Gables, FL 33146, USA

11:20am EDT

🎵APME LIVE CLINIC: MI ENSEMBLE
MI ENSEMBLE
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Kristian Wahlström

Dr. Kristian Wahlström

PhD, Lecturer in electric guitar and band performance, Helsinki Pop & Jazz Conservatory
Dr. Kristian Wahlström is an established guitarist and has played professionally for over 25 years in the Finnish music scene. As a freelancer, he has performed live with, e.g., Michael Monroe (Hanoi Rocks) and Perttu Kivilaakso (Apocalyptica) as well as recorded with Darude among... Read More →
Friday June 5, 2026 11:20am - 12:20pm EDT
PLF North 330 5501 San Amaro Dr, Coral Gables, FL 33146 Frost School of Music Facilities

2:00pm EDT

🎵APME LIVE CLINIC: INDIGO LANE
INDIGO LANE
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Scott Burstein

Dr. Scott Burstein

Director of Strategic Initiatives, Music Will
Scott is Director of Strategic Initiatives as Music Will.
Friday June 5, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
PLF North 330 5501 San Amaro Dr, Coral Gables, FL 33146 Frost School of Music Facilities

2:00pm EDT

🎵APME LIVE CLINIC: REPOST
REPOST
Speakers
avatar for Bryan Powell

Bryan Powell

Associate Professor, Montclair State University/Music Will
Dr. Bryan Powell is Associate Professor of Music Education and Music Technology, and Coordinator for the Recording Arts and Production degree at Montclair State University where he teaches classes in music education, music technology, popular music, and directs the Montclair State... Read More →
Friday June 5, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Victor E. Clarke Recital Hall 5501 San Amaro Dr, Coral Gables, FL 33146, USA
 
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