Membership in the Kodaly Organization of New York comes with membership in our national organization, the Organization of American Kodaly Educators. There are many perks you will enjoy as a national member and a chapter member:
Selected benefits of national membership include:
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The Kodály Envoy: A quarterly journal of articles, reviews, and informational items.
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Online Membership Directory: A complete listing of OAKE members.
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Annual OAKE National Conference: Each year a different division hosts our national conference. These inspiring, musical, and educational events are the highlight of the year! In addition, you are entitled to a reduced registration fee for this national conference.
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National Conference Choirs: As an OAKE member, your students may audition and apply for scholarships to participate in one of OAKE's National Conference Choirs.
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Divisional Newsletters: Each of the four OAKE Divisions distributes an online newsletter containing articles, practical ideas, news, and information about your Division and its Chapters.
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Jenö Ádám Scholarship: Apply for scholarship for Kodály studies in the United States or abroad.
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OAKE Leaf Fund Awards: Financial support for charitable and educational purposes related to the Kodály philosophy.
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OAKE Website: Access a myriad of informational items at http://www.oake.org
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Reduced prices on OAKE publications.
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Membership in Local Chapters: OAKE has more than 40 local Chapters nationwide that hold exciting and meaningful workshops and events throughout the year. All OAKE memberships can attend these workshops at membership rates.
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Voting Privileges and the Right to Hold Office: Active and retired OAKE members are eligible.
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On line access to new lesson plans by outstanding Kodály-trained educators each year.
Benefits of local chapter (KONY) membership include:
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Discounted rates for all of our workshops.
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The opportunity to meet and socialize with fellow New York music educators.