"I would teach the children music, physics and philosophy, but the most important is music,
for in the patterns of the arts are the keys to all learning."    - Plato

The goal of L.M.E.A. is to further music education in Louisiana at all levels. In our district, we strive to provide a high level of performance opportunities for both the individual performer and the school ensemble. All opportunities are co-ordinated through the school's ensemble director. Directors must be members of LMEA for their students to participate in the district's activities.  

Membership in L.M.E.A. is a joint membership with the Music Educators National Conference (M.E.N.C.). If you would like to become a member of L.M.E.A., please call M.E.N.C. at 1-800-828-0229 or click on the link below.

Each event has a different chairperson. If directors have questions about a particular event, please call or email the event's chairperson. If you need additional help or information, email:

Sharon McNamara-Horne, LMEA District IX Director and Vocal Chairperson

Neal Naquin, Instrumental Chairperson

Links to members' band, choir, or string departments are listed below. If you would like your site listed, please send the link to Sharon McNamara-Horne.

Fontainebleau High Crimson Band

Mandeville High Band

Northshore High Band

Ponchatoula High Band

Ponchatoula High Choir

Slidell High Band

S.L.U. Band Department

S.L.U. Music Department

S.L.U. Opera/Music Theatre Workshop

S.L.U. Vocal Department

Louisiana Marching Bands

Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra

Last Updated:  June, 2008