Southwest Regional Practicum March 27-28, 2025
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
The Southwest Regional Practicum is designed to convene Teaching Artists from El Sistema-inspired and community music programs across the Southwest, including Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico. Over two full days in-person, participants gain new skills and tools that directly support the continued growth of their teaching practice as they hear from expert clinicians, reflect together through collaborative conversations, observe teaching artistry in real-time, and build a network of peer Teaching Artists.
We look forward to meeting you March 27-28, 2028 in Tulsa, OK!
About the Host organization
Sistema Tulsa envisions how a comprehensive and inclusive music education program can positively impact the social, cognitive, and aesthetic realms of youth development. We strive to provide a model for accessible, ensemble-based music programs that enrich the lives of local youth across varied underserved communities.
Our program is inspired by the “El Sistema” educational philosophy.
- We believe that all children and youth should have access to the arts and actively participate in that experience.
- We believe that effective education happens in a context of a community where everyone is responsible for its success.
- We believe that overcoming challenges is best done by strengthening the spirit. Creating excellence and beauty in music can help us recognize our inner capacity to thrive.
- We believe that organizations never arrive but are always becoming. As a result, we have designated our program to be a laboratory for learning, reflection, and innovation.
featured clinician COMING SOON...
stay tuned!
We’re excited to unveil our Featured Clinician for this Southwest Regional Practicum! Stay tuned for the big announcement, as we welcome a renowned expert who will bring inspiration, insight, and impactful strategies to the stage.
Check back soon for details—you won’t want to miss this!
practicum WORKSHOPS
Collaborations in teaching
Join us at the Southwest Practicum for a workshop on effective team teaching and co-teaching strategies. Learn how to collaborate seamlessly, leverage strengths, and create a cohesive classroom environment that supports every student’s success. From co-planning and shared goals to unified teaching styles and differentiated instruction, this workshop will equip you with tools to enhance engagement and teamwork.
sample schedule
Day 1
9:00 – 10:00 Breakfast and Opening Session
10:00 – 12:00 Workshop #1
12:00 – 1:00 Lunch
1:00 – 3:00 Workshop #2
3:00 – 5:00 Site Visit and Teaching
6:30 – 8:30 Regional Networking Social
Day 2
9:00 – 10:00 Breakfast
10:00 – 12:00 Observation Feedback
12:00 – 1:00 Lunch
1:00 – 5:00 Workshops # 3 and 4
5:00 – 6:00 Closing Reflections
travel and lodging
A block of discounted rooms has been reserved at:
HYATT REGENCY TULSA DOWNTOWN
100 East 2nd Street Tulsa, OK 74103
T: +1.918 560 2208
Hotel Amenities:
Complimentary shuttle to/from Tulsa International Airport
Valet and Self-Parking Available
In-hotel restaurant and bar
In-hotel Coffee shop
Room Rate: $119/night (excl tax and fees) 1 King bed or 2 Queen beds
Deadline to book: March 7, 2025
Book your room online at: https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/TULRT/G-TATI
Attending the southWEst Regional Practicum
March 27-28, 2025
The TATI Regional Practicums are designed to be intimate, personalized conferences between a committed group of Teaching Artists. By registering for the Southwest Regional Practicum and securing one of these limited spots, you are committing to attend both days in their entirety.
Registration Type
General Admission
$125
Lab Cohort PROGRAM alumni
$85
CURRENT 2024 LAB COHORT MEMBER
FREE
TATI Regional Practicum Policies
TATI Regional Practicum Attendance Policy
The TATI Regional Practicums are designed to be small, personalized events with limited seats. As such, by registering for a Regional Practicum, Teaching Artists commit to attend both days in full, typically from 9:00am to 6:00pm. This includes finding necessary substitutes, arranging childcare, rescheduling meetings, etc.
TATI Regional Practicum Cancellation Policy
Should you need to cancel, you will need to send a written request by the refund deadline of January 21, 2025. You will receive a refund of the registration fee, minus a $25 administrative fee, for each cancelled registration. No refunds will be issued for cancellation requests received after January 21, 2025. All cancellation requests must be submitted via email to info@tatraininginstitute.org.