ISME Pre-Conference Registration

Commission On Policy : Culture, Education And Media

ISME Commission Pre-Conference Seminar 2026

Theme

Exploring Music Education through Political and Apolitical Lenses in a Changing World

Dates

20–24 July, 2026

Venue

University of Toronto,
St. George Campus, Canada

Registrations 2026

ISME Membership requirements

•  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

Registration Type Early Bird (USD) Regular (USD)
Individual $150.00 $170.00
Student $125.00 $145.00
Online Individual $75.00 $85.00
Online Student $62.50 $72.50

Registration includes :

  • Access to the entire conference
  • Opening reception

Registration does not include :

  • Any food and beverage, such lunch
  • Optional banquet dinner

Online registration includes :

  • Online access to all sessions

Visa & Travel Support

Please find the detailed information about visas in the visa information page
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 $50 USD.
  • 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

Registrations will open soon

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

Event Partners / Sponsors

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