Dates: 1–4 July 2025
Venue: Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:
We are excited to announce the PASMAE-ISME Regional Conference, jointly hosted by the Pan African Society for Musical Arts Education (PASMAE) and the International Society for Music Education (ISME).This prestigious event will take place from 1st to 4th July 2025 at Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda.
Conference Theme:
The conference will focus on advancing musical arts education across the region, emphasizing the integration of indigenous knowledge systems, innovative practices, and policy development in music education.
Call for Submissions:
We welcome submissions in the following formats:
Academic Papers
Workshops
Performances
Poster Presentations
Panel Discussions
Guidelines for Submissions:
All submissions should align with the conference theme and can include theoretical, practical, or case-study approaches. Please ensure submissions include:
1. Title of the presentation
2. Abstract (300–500 words)
3. Name(s) and affiliation(s) of the author(s)
4. Contact detailsSubmissions should be sent via email to [email protected]
Types of Submissions:
1. Paper Presentations:
Submit a concise abstract summarizing your research, including objectives, methodology, key findings, and significance (maximum 300 words). You may work on a full paper for publication after theconference.
2. Panel Proposals:
A general description of the panel topic (up to 500 words).
Titles and abstracts (around 300 words each) for each panelist’s presentation.
Names and affiliations of all panelists.
3. Arts Panels
A description of the artistic project or performance (up to 500 words), highlighting its relevance to the conference theme.
Supporting media (e.g., images, video links, audio samples).
Names and roles of contributors.
Evaluation Criteria:
Submissions will be evaluated on:
1. Relevance to the conference theme.
2. Clarity of objectives and methodology.
3. Originality and contribution to the field of musical arts education.
4. Feasibility within the conference timeframe.
Important Dates:
Submission Deadline: 28 February 2025
Notification of Acceptance: 15 March 2025
Early Bird Registration Deadline: 30 April 2025
Registration and Fees:
Regular Participants: USD 200
Students: USD 100
Accompanying Persons: USD 130
Registration Deadlines:
Regular Registration Deadline: May 15, 2025
Late Registration Deadline: June 15, 2025, at 11:59 PM EAT
Note for Students
Students must provide a copy of their student ID or a certification of student status from their university or school. This should be emailed to the conference office at [email protected]
What the Registration Fee Covers:
Access to all conference sessions, including the opening and closing ceremonies.
Attendance at concerts on three evenings following conference sessions.
Conference materials and name tags.Accompanying Persons.
The accompanying persons’ fee includes a half-day tour to one of the organized excursions.
Accompanying persons may only attend in association with a registered delegate.
Tours and Excursions:
Tours will be available for booking once the preliminary scientific program is published. All registered delegates will receive a notification with a link to book their tours.
Accommodation and Travel:
A list of recommended accommodations and travel tips will be provided to help participants plan their visit to Kampala.
Contact Information:
For inquiries, please reach out to the organizing team:
Dr. Benon KigoziPASMAE Conference Chair
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +256 774 655 864
