Welcome to the TxAPME Chapter!

As APME continues to think globally and act locally, our Chapters serve as a point of connection before, during, and after our conferences, allowing our members to gather, network, and build community in their area. The TxAPME Chapter is an integral component of our local outreach efforts, and part of your membership fee helps to fund your state Chapter. Join the TxAPME Chapter to receive the benefits of being a member of the leading international organization advocating for popular music education as well as a member of your local Chapter. If you have questions about your TxAPME Chapter, please contact Rick Palese or Stephen Cox.

We look forward to seeing you at our booth at TMEA, February 12–15, 2025, in San Antonio!

TxAPME Leadership

Rick Palese, President
Stephen Cox, Vice President
Steve Moreland, Secretary
Robert Packer, Treasurer
Cole Spengler, Board Member at Large
Morgan Milner, Board Member at Large
Topy Nguyen, Board Member at Large

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TxAPME Membership Levels


Benefits include:

  • Network with musicians, teachers, and scholars from around the world
  • Present at our multiple conferences around the world
  • Free access to the Journal of Popular Music Education.
  • Discounted 2 and 3-year options

If you have questions about joining APME, we encourage you to contact us at membership@popularmusiceducation.org