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ARIZONA MUSIC EDUCATORS ASSOCIATION
TUCSON, AZ · EIN 860462620 · Form 990 · FY2020 · Small ($100K-$1M) · azmea.org
revenue
$275K
expenses
$284K
net assets
$295K
employees
2
program ratio
72%
mission · from form 990

TO PROVIDE STUDENTS OF MUSIC OPPORTUNITIES FOR PERFORMANCES.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Arizona Music Educators Association (AMEA) is a professional organization supporting music educators in Arizona. It promotes music education through professional development, conferences, and various festivals for students at all levels. AMEA is affiliated with the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) and works to raise the standards of music education across the state.

named programs · 11 · from sources

what they call their work

AMEA Career Award
An award recognizing members for their contributions to music education.
AMEA Elementary/Middle School Festivals
Festivals for elementary and middle school music students including All-State Bands, All-State Choirs, All-State Orchestras, Solo and Ensemble, and regional honor ensembles.
AMEA High School Festivals
Festivals for high school music students including Regional Festival, All-State Festival, Solo and Ensemble Festival, and All-State Guitar Festival.
AMEA In-Service Conference
An annual conference for music educators featuring professional development sessions, an exhibit hall for vendors, and networking opportunities.
Future Arizona Music Educators (FAME) Celebration
An annual event for high school students interested in music education careers, offering insights from veteran educators, college representatives, and an exhibit hall visit.
George C. Wilson Leadership/Service Award
An award recognizing members for leadership and service in music education.
Music Educator of the Year Award
An annual award recognizing an Arizona music educator for excellence in teaching, leadership, and advocacy for music and arts education.
O.M. Hartsell Excellence in Teaching Music Award
An award recognizing excellence in music teaching.
Outstanding Administrator Award
An award recognizing administrators who support music education.
Raymond G. Van Diest Music Advocacy Award
An award recognizing advocacy for music education.
William E. Richardson Retired Member Service Award
An award recognizing service by retired members.
activities · 4 groups

what they do

  • Music Educator Professional Development 9 activities
    • Host annual in-service and professional development conference
      Organizes the annual Arizona Music Educators Association In-Service Conference, held in January at rotating locations including the Delta Hotels Marriott Phoenix Mesa, to improve music education methods, share professional information, and support educator development; includes call for session proposals and recertification documentation for participants.
    • Host annual professional development conferences
      Organizes the annual Arizona Music Educators Association In-Service Conference, most recently scheduled for January 29–30, 2027, at the Delta Hotels Marriott Phoenix Mesa, to improve music education methods, share professional information, and support educator development. The conference includes session proposals and in-service events for recertification.
    • Hosting Future Music Educators Celebration
      Hosts the annual Future Arizona Music Educators (FAME) Celebration for high school students interested in pursuing careers in music education.
    • Organizing Music Education Conferences
      Organizes an annual state conference for music educators, administrators, and others interested in music education to improve teaching methods, develop new techniques, and disseminate professional information. This includes soliciting session proposals and providing recertification documentation for participants.
    • Organizing Music Education Conferences
      Organizes an annual state conference for music educators, administrators, and others interested in music education to improve teaching methods, develop new techniques, and disseminate professional information. This includes soliciting session proposals and providing recertification documentation for participants.
    • Provide professional leadership development
      Conducts leadership development initiatives for music educators, including the First Annual Summer Leadership Planning Retreat held in Tucson, aimed at building capacity and strengthening organizational and pedagogical leadership in the field.
    • Support future music educators through student engagement events
      Hosts the annual Future Arizona Music Educators (FAME) Celebration at the Mesa Convention Center for high school students interested in pursuing careers in music education, providing exposure and encouragement to enter the field.
    • Support future music educators through student programming
      Hosts the annual Future Arizona Music Educators (FAME) Celebration for high school students interested in pursuing careers in music education, held at the Mesa Convention Center to inspire and engage the next generation of educators.
    • Supporting Future Music Educators
      Hosts the annual Future Arizona Music Educators (FAME) Celebration for high school students interested in pursuing careers in music education.
  • Competitive Marching & Indoor Ensembles 4 activities
    • Organize student music festivals and honor ensembles
      Hosts a range of student music festivals across Arizona, including High School Regional, All-State, Solo and Ensemble, All-State Guitar, and Jazz/Show Choir events, as well as festivals for elementary and middle school students such as All-State Bands, Choirs, and Orchestras. These events align with State and National Music Standards and provide performance and assessment opportunities for students.
    • Organize student music festivals and honor ensembles
      Provides performance and educational opportunities for K–12 students through a range of festivals including High School Regional, All-State, Solo and Ensemble, All-State Guitar, All-State Jazz, Show Choir, and regional honor bands/orchestras/choirs, as well as festivals for elementary and middle school students across Arizona.
    • Organizing Student Music Festivals
      Organizes various music festivals for students across the state, including High School Regional, All-State, Solo and Ensemble, All-State Guitar Festivals, and festivals for elementary and middle school students such as All-State Bands, Choirs, Orchestras, Solo and Ensemble, and regional honor bands/orchestras/choirs, all aligning with State and National Music Standards.
    • Organizing Student Music Festivals
      Organizes various music festivals for students across the state, including High School Regional, All-State (Band, Choir, Orchestra, Jazz, Show Choir, Guitar), Solo and Ensemble, and elementary/middle school festivals, aligning with State and National Music Standards.
  • Professional Development & Certification Programs 1 activity
    • Leadership Development
      Holds an annual Summer Leadership Planning Retreat to foster leadership skills among its members.
  • Uncategorized 4 activities
    • Recognize excellence in music education
      Administers the Music Educator of the Year award, recognizing excellence in teaching, leadership, and advocacy, with recent recipients including Scott Burgener (2025) and Dr. Sandra Stauffer (2026). Also maintains the Music Educators Hall of Fame, established in 1989, and inducts deserving members annually.
    • Recognize excellence in music education through awards and Hall of Fame
      Administers the Music Educator of the Year award, recognizing excellence in teaching, leadership, and advocacy, with recent recipients including Scott Burgener (2025) and Dr. Sandra Stauffer (2026); maintains a Hall of Fame established in 1989, inducting deserving members annually since its inception, with the first honoree in 1964.
    • Recognizing Music Educators
      Selects deserving members annually for induction into the Music Educators Hall of Fame and bestows the Music Educator of the Year award to recognize excellence in teaching, leadership, and advocacy for music and arts education in Arizona.
    • Recognizing Music Educators
      Bestows the Music Educator of the Year award annually to recognize excellence in teaching, leadership, and advocacy for music and arts education in Arizona. The organization also selects deserving members for the Music Educators Hall of Fame.
financials · form 990 · fy2020
revenue
Total revenue$275K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$275K100%
Investment income$720%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$284K
Program expenses72%
Admin / overhead28%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$60K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$295K
Cash$193K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$295K
Liquid reserves8.2 mo
2 years on record · 2019–2020 · YoY revenue -34.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
DAVID WAGGONER EXECUTIVE DI 20 $34K
board members · 12
  • AMY VANWINKLE — VICE PRESIDE
  • DARIN SHRYOCK — PRESIDENT
  • DAVID DUPLESSIS — BOARD MEMBER
  • DONALD HEATON — MEMBER AT LA
  • JENN BOCK — VICE PRESIDE
  • JENNIFER RANDLE — VICE PRESIDE
  • KIRK DOUGLAS — BOARD MEMBER
  • NAOMI WILBUR — BOARD MEMBER
  • RENEE SHANE-BOYD — PRESIDENT EL
  • ROB HUNTER — VICE PRES, C
  • SARA DUCE — SECRETARY
  • SCOTT BURGENER — PAST-PRESIDE
relationships · 12

who they work with

  • ABODA Partner — Partners on festivals, with registration handled on the ABODA site.
  • ACE Partner — Collaborates on festivals including Fall Choral Festival, All-State Jazz and Show Choirs, and Spring Elementary/Junior High Choral Festival.
  • AMEA general membership Partner — Nominates candidates for the Music Educator of the Year award.
  • Arizona Alliance for Arts Education Partner — Formed a joint In-Service Conference in 1974 and became affiliated in 1973 to collaborate on arts education initiatives.
  • Arizona Band and Orchestra Directors Association Partner — Constituent organization under AMEA, committed to supporting music educators in their content area.
  • Arizona Choral Educators Partner — Constituent organization under AMEA, committed to supporting music educators in their content area.
  • Arizona Society for General Music Partner — Constituent organization under AMEA, committed to supporting music educators in their content area.
  • Committee of past recipients Partner — Selects the recipient of the Music Educator of the Year award.
  • Mesa Convention Center Partner — Host venue for the AMEA state conference on January 29–30, 2027.
  • Music Educators National Conference Network — Officially affiliated with the Music Educators National Conference in 1940, establishing AMEA as the recognized state-level organization.
  • NAfME Partner — Partner organization, indicated by logo and link on the website.
  • National Association for Music Education (NAfME) Network — Affiliated with and holds joint membership with NAfME, which is a requisite for AMEA membership.