The Memphis Chapter of the American Orff Schulwerk Association is dedicated to the development of Orff music education in Memphis.
Upcoming Workshops
Scholarship Opportunities
Nancy Ferguson Memorial Scholarship Application
This memorial scholarship, honoring the amazing Nancy Ferguson, supports a dedicated MC-AOSA member who wishes to attend a levels course at the University of Memphis. Applicants must meet the minimal requirements in order to be considered. Applicants should be members of MC-AOSA/AOSA and should have consistently helped with set up/break down at chapter functions during the 2024-2025 school year. Please make sure to fill in all sections as completely as possible. All applications will be reviewed by the board at our April meeting and we will email the recipient(s) chosen to receive the scholarship.
Applications are due April 15, 2025.
Wincle Sterling Scholarship Application
This scholarship, honoring the amazing Wincle Sterling, supports a dedicated MCAOSA member who wishes to attend the National AOSA conference November 19-22, 2025 in Lexington, KY. The recipient will receive $500.00 towards conference fees and expenses.
To be considered, applicants (1) must be members of the MCAOSA/AOSA and (2) must provide evidence of ongoing support and assistance (e.g., monetary/snack donations, attending Saturday workshops, workshop setup/breakdown, etc.) during the past year (2024-2025) and the current year (2025-2026).
Deadline is September 15, 2025.
Join MC-AOSA
Membership includes four workshops, conference discounts, AOSA scholarship eligibility, Orff Echo subscription, access to Reverberations, mentorship opportunities, and more.