About the President’s Forums
In 2025, SAM President Denise Von Glahn established the SAM President’s Forum in response to the membership’s desire to connect in between annual conferences. Each forum offers a space for robust conversations on the many issues that are relevant to music teaching and research. Forums are coordinated and organized by the SAM Membership Committee.
Upcoming President’s Forums
Student Town Hall (October 30, 2026, 3pmEST)
In this President’s Forum, the current co-chairs of the Student Forum, Ana Uribe Law and Virginia Jansen, will discuss the opportunities and events available to students within SAM. The second half will function as a town hall, where SAM members of all career levels are encouraged to share their perspectives on: 1) what it is like to be a student in SAM, 2) how to get the most out of your SAM membership, and 3) suggestions on how else the Student Forum can serve you!
Current members must complete this form to participate. You will receive a Zoom link the day before the event. If you have questions about your membership or the forum, please email the Executive Director at sam@american-music.org.
Societies beyond SAM: Forging Connections (January 2027)
SAM beyond the Conference: Post-Conference Town Hall (April 2027)
Past President’s Forums
SAM beyond National Borders: In Conversation with International Members (October 2026)
SAM Beyond the Professoriate (August 2026)
Town Hall on the Annual Conference and Strategic Priorities (May 2026)
Difficult Topics in the Music Classroom (October 2025)