Welcome! This site is designed to serve Western Massachusetts music teachers.
Students and families: Click here to learn more about the Western District Music Festival!
Updates & Reminders
Updated February 12, 2026
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The first Junior Festival rehearsal is coming up on Saturday, February 28th at Minnechaug Regional High School.
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Please use the community entrance (door C5). The rehearsal starts at 9:00am and ends at 3:00pm.
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Directors: Your signed Principal Form and payment are due at this rehearsal.
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All instrumentalists must bring their own music stand.
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Percussionists must bring their own sticks and mallets.
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Congratulations to all student musicians who participated in the Senior Festival! Professional audio recordings of the concert are available here.
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The 2026 application for the annual Western District Music Education Scholarship is now available. Click here for more information.
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Western District membership is automatically conferred to NAfME/MMEA members who teach within the Western District. To become a NAfME member, click here.
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Be sure to read the Info & Policies page for important policies regarding festivals and auditions.
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Click here for an info sheet specifically designed to be shared with your students.