The Great Texas TMEA Area Caper: How Many Are There Really?
Ah, the Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) area conundrum. A question that's been keeping Texas music students up at night since, well, forever. Did you practice your clarinet for 8 regions, or is it actually 12 this year?
Fear not, my fellow band geeks and choir nerds, for I am here to unravel this mystery (maybe). But first, a dramatic reenactment!
Scene: A dimly lit practice room. Our hero, Brenda the Bassoonist, chews nervously on her reed.
Brenda: (to herself) Just gotta nail this audition for All-State. But how many areas are there this year? If I mess up, will I be stuck in TMEA Area Band purgatory forever?
Narrator: Dramatic music swells as Brenda eyes a dusty TMEA handbook on the shelf. Will it hold the answer?
Unveiling the Truth (or at Least a Half-Truth)
Okay, maybe that was a bit much. But the truth is, the number of TMEA areas can shift slightly from year to year. Don't fret, though! Here's the real key:
- The exact number isn't as important as your killer audition skills. Practice those scales, memorize that concerto, and you'll be golden (or should we say, French horn-colored?).
So You Want the Real Dirt on TMEA Areas?
Look, if you're really jonesing for a number, the best bet is to check the official TMEA website (https://www.tmea.org/). They'll have the most up-to-date info on regions and areas.
But Hey, Here's a Fun Fact Anyway:
There are 33 TMEA Regions in Texas. Regions are like the big geographical slices of the TMEA pie. Areas are smaller sub-divisions within those regions. So next time you're stuck wondering about areas, think of it as TMEA sub-slices!
The Most Important Lesson:
Whether it's 3 areas or 17 areas, the most important thing is to make beautiful music. So get out there, practice hard, and wow those TMEA judges with your musical talent!
