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.
PASMAE 2025 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'
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 the conference.
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.
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 details
Submissions should be sent via email to benkigozi@rocketmail.com
Important Dates/Deadlines
- Submission Deadline: 28 February 2025
- Notification of Acceptance: 15 March 2025
- Early Bird Registration Deadline: 30 April 2025
- Regular Registration Deadline: May 15, 2025
- Late Registration Deadline: June 15, 2025, at 11:59 PM EAT
Registration and Fees
- Regular Participants: USD 200
- Students: USD 100
- Accompanying Persons: USD 130
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 benkigozi@rocketmail.com
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 Kigozi
PASMAE Conference Chair
Email: benkigozi@rocketmail.com
Phone: +256 774 655 864