ASSOCIATION FOR TECHNOLOGY IN MUSIC INSTRUCTION (ATMI)

2012 CALL FOR PROGRAM PARTICIPATION

Proposal Deadline: December 15, 2011

The ATMI 2012 Program Committee invites the submission of proposals for the 2012 Conference.  The concurrent national conferences of ATMI, the College Music Society (CMS) and the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) will be held November 15-18 in San Diego, CA.

Proposals dealing with any aspect of technology in music instruction and/or electronic performance are welcome.  Please note that proposals should be academic not commercial in nature. The Association is particularly interested in presentations that focus on:

• Music technology curricular and programmatic interests
• Online music instruction: local, regional, national, and international
• Multimedia: integrating text, graphics, video, audio, etc.
• Creative pedagogies/technological tools: music learning, composition, etc.
• Performance incorporating music technology
• Uses of MIDI, digital audio, etc. in ensembles
• Research on the effectiveness of music technology
• Student-created projects involving music technology

AWARDS

ATMI will recognize outstanding presentations in two categories.  Monetary awards will be given for the best conference-wide presentation ($100) and the best student presentation ($190).  In order to qualify for the student award, the presenter must be enrolled as a student at the time of the conference. This includes any student whose status is ABD at the time of the conference. Faculty members should encourage outstanding students to submit proposals. Additional information on these awards may be found at the ATMI website http://www.atmionline.org.

PROPOSAL SUBMISSION DEADLINE: December 15, 2011

CONFERENCE SESSIONS

The conference will offer a variety of presentation formats, including papers, panels, demonstrations, training sessions/workshops, electronic poster sessions, and performances involving technology software/hardware.

In addition, the intended audience will be identified with regard to prior music technology experiences or comfort level (e.g., general, novice, intermediate, or advanced).  Presenters are encouraged to reserve five minutes at the end of their time slots for brief question and answer periods. Attempts will be made to provide presenters with the time requested for their sessions; however, due to the complexity of scheduling, presenters understand that they may be required to adjust for a shorter or longer time slot as assigned.

Presenters are strongly encouraged to propose electronic poster sessions. This venue is particularly appropriate for graduate students engaged in relevant and timely research.

PRESENTATION TOPICS

Proposals dealing with any aspect of technology in music instruction and/or electronic performance are welcome. The Association is particularly interested in presentations that focus on:

• Music technology curricular and programmatic interests
• Online music instruction: local, regional, national, and international
• Multimedia: integrating text, graphics, video, audio, etc.
• Creative pedagogies/technological tools: music learning, composition, etc.
• Performance incorporating music technology
• Uses of MIDI, digital audio, etc. in ensembles
• Research on the effectiveness of music technology
• Student-created projects involving music technology

The Association strongly encourages students to present their own projects, though a faculty ATMI member may submit the official proposal.

PRESENTATION FORMATS

• ELECTRONIC PERFORMANCE: The Association renews its efforts to present musical performances featuring the use of MIDI, digital audio, or other media technologies. If relevant, the proposal should include specific information regarding the ensemble and its relation to curricular goals. Encouraged are solo, chamber, or ensemble performance proposals, demonstrations of unique electronic instruments, or performance-related compositional activities involving music technology. (If you know of performers, ensembles, or presenters that meet this description, please forward this message to the appropriate person!)

NOTE: ATMI cannot provide funding/compensation for the travel or lodging of any performers. At least one person involved in the presentation (e.g., director, performer, composer) must be an ATMI member. Submitting a proposal indicates the intent to attend the conference and deliver the presentation.

• PAPERS AND PANELS: Traditional academic papers and panels dealing with music technology in any manner are welcome.

• DEMONSTRATIONS: Appropriate are demonstrations that focus on newly authored software from all aspects of the music curriculum. We also encourage demonstrations on existing software that are especially useful in instructional and creative purposes. Especially welcomed are applications that take an innovative approach to music teaching and learning. Proposals should include a complete description of the software's design and its use in the teaching environment.

• TRAINING SESSIONS/WORKSHOPS: People looking for practical ways to expand their skills often attend ATMI sessions. The Program Committee would like to serve this constituency by offering short training sessions tailored to attendees with novice and intermediate skill levels. Submissions in this category should focus on the presenter's level of experience and background. A one-hour limit will be placed on these workshops. Presenters will need to provide the appropriate software, preferably on CD-ROM. NOTE: We will have a lab of Apple computers, each with a MIDI controller, connected via a group education controller available for these sessions. Special consideration may be given to those who take advantage of this lab.

• ELECTRONIC POSTER SESSION(S): The conference will host at least one computer-based poster session, in which multiple presenters will concurrently show material in a large display area. Especially encouraged are one-on-one or small-group presentations or demonstrations of research, interactive music lab software, work in progress, and examples of student work. Proposals should include a complete description of the material to be presented. If appropriate, graphic images or actual software samples may be included with a proposal submission, but should be clearly described in the text of the proposal.

NOTE: Poster session participants must supply all necessary presentation hardware and software.

NORMAL CONFERENCE EQUIPMENT

As in the past, ATMI rooms will be equipped with a data projector and moderate sound system. At least one synthesizer and a MIDI Interface (USB) will be available.

INTERNET-BASED PRESENTATIONS should be designed to run locally (i.e., without actual connection to the Internet) due to the unpredictability of conference facility telephone/network lines.  If an actual connection is essential to your proposal, this must be indicated in the Specialized Equipment/Software portion of the proposal form.

Details regarding specific hardware configurations and installed software in the lab room will be available immediately prior to the conference. However, you should be prepared to provide whatever non-standard software and/or hardware is required for your presentation.

ATMI members who can supply (i.e., bring with them) any of the equipment listed here are highly encouraged to contact the Program Chair. This will help to defer the significant cost of equipment rental.

Presenters are expected to supply their own laptop computers, which must be appropriately configured to work with typical data projectors. Consult your local dealer if you are unsure about compatibility issues.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

ALL PROPOSALS MUST INCLUDE:

• Completed Proposal Form (included with this announcement)

ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:

• PAPER, PRESENTATION, and DEMONSTRATION proposals must be submitted for blind review. Authors must exclude references to individuals or institutions within the body of the proposal that might compromise this process. Proposals for papers should include clear statements of background, methodology, content to be covered, and conclusions. Demonstration proposals may be accompanied by a Training Session/Workshop proposal. Prior to submission to the Program Committee, these proposals may be edited by the Program Chair to facilitate the blind review process.

• TRAINING SESSION/WORKSHOP proposals must be submitted for blind review. Authors must exclude references to individuals or institutions within the body of the proposal that might compromise this process. The presenter may also propose a Demonstration session to precede the Training Session/Workshop. Include a detailed list of software, CPU requirements, and all other equipment required to present the session as proposed. Prior to submission to the Program Committee, these proposals may be edited by the Program Chair to facilitate the blind review process.

• PANEL proposals must clearly describe the purpose of the presentation and should list the proposed participants and their qualifications in relation to the presentation topic. Prior to submission to the Program Committee, these proposals may be edited by the Program Chair to facilitate the blind review process.

• ELECTRONIC PERFORMANCE proposals should include the name of the primary contact person (performer or director), a description of the proposed performance, an excerpt of a recent performance, a statement describing the purpose/mission of the performance medium and its relationship to music education, and any other relevant information. If ATMI is expected to provide any equipment other than that described above, a detailed list must be submitted by June 1, 2012.  However, it may not be possible for ATMI to supply additional equipment. Prior to submission to the Program Committee, these proposals may be edited by the Program Chair to facilitate the blind review process.

The ATMI 2012 PROGRAM COMMITTEE

Rick Schmunk, University of Southern California (CA), 2012 Program Chair

Sue Piagentini, Northwestern University (IL), 2011 Program Chair

Keith Mason, Belmont University (TN)

Rick Dammers, Rowan University (NJ)

Jay Dorfman, Boston University (MA)

SUBMISSION FORMAT

Submit all proposals by completing the online form at https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dE9iUGtYSUN3ZnI3Szdnel95X0w2eHc6MQ and clicking the “SUBMIT” button at the end of the form.

Multiple proposals by the same presenter should be submitted separately.

Proposals should not be commercial in nature.

Hard-copies will NOT be accepted unless materials absolutely cannot be submitted/read electronically. Please check with the program chair before submitting any hard copies.

Electronic Performance excerpts should be sent to  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it as an .mp3 (or other compressed format).  Maximum total size of excerpts should not exceed 3 MB. If electronic transmission proves unworkable, excerpts may be sent via snail mail (US mail) on CD. Please limit excerpts to 3 to 5 minutes.  

Snail Mail (US mail) address:

Dr. Rick Schmunk, ATMI Program Chair

University of Southern California

840 West 34^th Street, LPB G118

Los Angeles, CA

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NOTIFICATION

Proposal receipt will be acknowledged by return e-mail in a timely manner.  Proposal authors whose proposals are selected for the 2012 Conference will be notified by April 1, 2012.

NOTE: With the exception of individuals not listed in the program booklet (such as student/professional performers or technical assistants), presenters must be fully paid members of ATMI at least one month prior to the conference. All presenters whose names are included in the program book are expected to register for the conference by June 1, 2012.

Questions about the proposal process or individuals experiencing difficulties submitting the proposal should send an email to  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it