ISME Pre-Conference Registration
Instrumental & Vocal Music Teaching Commission
ISME Commission Pre-Conference Seminar 2026
Theme
Breaking down barriers to thriving music careers: Building community and connection
Dates
20 – 24 July, 2026
Venue
Conservatoire de musique de Québec,
Canada
Welcome to the registration page for the 2026 ISME Pre-Conference Seminars that will take place in various cities across Canada during the third week of July. Each ISME Commission hosts its own seminar with its own schedule, venue, registration fee, and participation requirements. Please expand the relevant Commission below to view details and complete your registration.
ISME Membership requirements for Pre-Conference Seminar Registration
• All presenters and co-presenters are required to hold active ISME membership in order to register for the pre-conference seminars.
• Non-members are welcome to register as general attendees at the pre-conference seminars.
Key Deadlines
| Early Bird & Presenter Registration Deadline | (reg open date + 3 months?) |
| Regular Registration Deadline | TBA? |
| Late Registration Deadline | July 1, 2026? |
*All presenters must register by <presenter deadline>, 2026 for their session to be included in the conference program.
Registration fees
| Regular (USD) | |
| Regular | $120.00 |
Registration Includes
- Full access to all sessions of the conference
- Conference materials
- Lunch and coffee for 3 days of the conference
Visa & Travel Support
You will be asked if you require a visa invitation letter on the registration form.
You will find more information about travel and accommodation at each of the eight pre-conference seminars when you click on the relevant menus on the dedicated ISME Pre-Conference website
Terms and Conditions
Any inquiries or requests for additional information, modification and cancellations should be sent to comms@isme.org
Registration Terms and Conditions
- Early Bird registrations will be accepted until 11:59 PM ET on <TBA>, 2026. If your registration remains unpaid on <TBA>, 2026 , your early bird registrations will be updated to the Regular Registration fee.
- Regular registration pricing will be accepted until 11:59 PM ET on <TBA>, 2026. If your registration remains unpaid on <TBA>, 2026, your regular registrations will be updated to the Late Registration fee.
- Late registration pricing will be accepted until 11:59 PM ET on <TBA>, 2026.
- A confirmation notice detailing your registration will be sent to you immediately upon completion of this registration form. If you do not receive this confirmation within 24 hours, please contact comms@isme.org
- ISME2026 or its agents will be filming, photographing, or recording sound throughout the conference. By registering to attend the pre-conference seminar, you consent to being filmed, photographed, or recorded during the conference.
- It is recommended that registrants obtain adequate travel, health and accident insurance before departing from their respective country of residence.
- All registration is subject to availability.
Cancellation and Refund Policies
- Cancellations received prior to 11:59 PM ET on <TBA>, 2026, registration fees will be refunded less service charge of US$50.
- Cancellations received after 11:59 PM ET on <TBA>, 2026, and no-shows are non-refundable.
- Please note that visa denials and visa process delays do not qualify for any exception to the conference cancellation and refund policy.
- We strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance, including coverage for visa delays or denials. All cancellations will strictly follow the above policies.
- All changes and cancellations must be submitted via email to comms@isme.org
Contact & Support
• For issues related to visas, please contact isme26@mci-agency.com
• For issues related to registration or ISME membership, please contact comms@isme.org
Important Information
Key Resources & links
2026 ISME Pre-Conference Seminar Guidelines
Contact
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