Welcome
Our next regional conference is the 2027 PASMAE-ISME Regional Conference, Masvingo, Zimbabwe.
Organised by the Pan African Society for Musical Arts Education (PASMAE) in partnership with the Great Zimbabwe University, Masvingo, from 5 – 9 July 2027
All presenters and delegates must be paid up PASMAE Members at the time of application, acceptance and registration. Become a Member
Message from the Conference Chair
On behalf of the GZU Conference Organising Group, we are thrilled to welcome you to the PASMAE-ISME Regional Conference which runs from 5 – 9 July 2027. It is indeed a great honour for us to host this significant event for only the second time in Zimbabwe.
The theme African Musical Arts Education for Innovation, Inclusion, and Sustainability is not only vital for shaping the future of Musical Arts Education across Africa but also has global implications. This is especially so considering the 21st Century global focus on innovation and inclusivity. The Conference provides the opportunity to exchange ideas and experiences as it will feature keynote sessions, paper presentations, workshops, and performances. It will also showcase the rich Zimbabwean musical cultures, and afford delegates the opportunity to sample the country’s resort areas that typify Zimbabwean hospitality. We are all looking forward to a great conference. Let’s get started!
Title and Themes
African Musical Arts Education for Innovation, Inclusion, and Sustainability
Special Interest Strands (SIS):
- Instructional methodologies for musical arts education
- Cultural policy and musical arts
- Creative arts education
- Technology in the musical arts
- Research in musical arts
- Instrumental and vocal music education
- Community music and arts education
- Health, wellbeing and spirituality in musical arts
We will be accepting submissions for Papers, Posters, Workshops/Demonstrations, Symposia/Round Tables.
Dates
- Registration Monday 5th July from 3-5pm
- Official Opening Monday 5th July from 5pm
Sessions will run every day, ending with the Closing Ceremony at 13:00 on 9 July 2027.
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Venues
Great Zimbabwe University (GZU), Masvingo, Zimbabwe
- GZU Robert Mugabe School of Heritage and Education
- GZU Herbert Chitepo Law School
The GZU boasts a large auditorium, performance area and rooms which contain all the facilities and equipment required for a music conference.
Partners and Sponsors
We are grateful to ISME and the GZU for their support, as well as all who generously support PASMAE financially and in kind.
