2025-26
Jan. 17, 2026
Salina-South HS
730 E. Magnolia
Salina, KS
Jan. 24, 2026
Salina-South HS
730 E. Magnolia
Salina, KS
During May, June, and July, KMEA All-State personnel will review and research any suggested corrections submitted regarding the posted scales and excerpts.
On August 15, KMEA will re-post the All-State audition materials, incorporating all confirmed corrections.
The August 15 posting will serve as the official and final version of the audition music, and students are expected to prepare exactly what is posted—regardless of any additional corrections suggested by private teachers or other sources after this date.
Eligibility
For a student to participate in a KMEA All-State ensemble, the sponsoring teacher must be a regular active KMEA Member. NAfME Associate membership does not grant eligibility as it is not a Kansas membership. Each student participating in Instrumental Live Auditions must first be an performing member of their KMEA District Band, Jazz Ensemble, or Orchestra. Participation in a nominated district group does not provide eligibility for this event.
Registration
Auditions must be registered online in the KMEA Members site by the sponsoring teacher.
Weather Contingency
In case of inclement weather, auditions will take place the following Saturday. All weather-related announcements will be posted in the Home page and emailed to participating directors.
Application worksheets will be accepted at Live Auditions for On-Site Registration only (0 per audition, paid in KMEA HQ). See Fees page for further info.