Southern Appalachian AOSA

02/20/2026

From West Music:

At West Music, supporting music educators has always been at the heart of who we are. It's a commitment built not only through our programs and workshops, but through the incredible people who dedicate their lives to helping teachers grow.

One of those people was Jeanna McGlaughlin.

Jeanna served as West Music's Workshop Coordinator and a beloved member of our family for more than 37 years. Her life's work centered on supporting educators and creating meaningful learning experiences through Orff Schulwerk, Kodály, and World Music drumming. Because of her passion and care, countless teachers (and their students) benefit every day.



In her honor and through the generosity of her friends and family, we are proud to announce that the 2026 Jeanna McGlaughlin Scholarship application is now open. Apply at: https://www.westmusic.com/jeanna-mcglaughlin-scholarship?utm_campaign=33186067-Q1.26&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_3mwMPBAbxct_w-OKFXbP1dcibREPjTPlwK_CAv753EK2_5K45o2fLuBsMfO_BpNy2F_3GilMv3a8w-aMhRbntcPHv6jFzeSrEdf08RQkoHFLu9vg&_hsmi=403913637&utm_content=403623202&utm_source=hs_email

12/10/2025

Ever thought of doing your Orff Levels, but cost holding you back? Well, as a member of AOSA, you can apply for a scholarship! Scholarship applications are live and due January 15th.

AOSA members with at least one year of membership can access funding through professional development scholarships, as well as research and instrument grants. Eligibility requires minimum one year membership.Review the sections below to identify applicable funding opportunities based on your specifi...

12/03/2025

Hey All,

This is Christy Bock posting here on the AOSA page ;-).

I want to join the apprenticeship program to be an SAAOSA recorder teacher, but to do so I need more experience working with adults. Would anyone be interested in forming a recorder consort? We'd probably meet at my school - Cedar Bluff Elementary in Knoxville perhaps every 2 weeks. If you are interested, can you let me know? Thanks!

11/22/2025

Awesome presentation Jason Glashauser!!”R U Ready for Change!”was awesome!

11/22/2025

Congratulations Jason Glashauser!

Our 2025 CMA Foundation Music Teachers of Excellence shined bright at the CMA Awards — what a night to celebrate them! ✨

11/22/2025

OMG!! We know him!!

11/22/2025

We are so excited that five of our members are able to attend the National AOSA Conference in Lexington! We hope you can all join us next year In Richmond!

10/27/2025

What a great workshop with Emily Knight!!

10/21/2025

Missing workshops because you don’t have childcare? Bring them along!

Hope to see you on Saturday!

09/20/2025

What a great workshop with the amazing Katie Traxler!!! Lots of great ideas to teach mixed meter. And using hula hoops for 7? Genius!!

09/09/2025

We have a great season planned! Come join us! You don't have to be an AOSA member or know anything about Orff. Just come, get great ideas and share fellowship with other music teachers.

08/29/2025

Congratulations to our very own Jason Glashauser!