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2026 State Contest Information Center

WIAA/WMEA State Solo & Ensemble Contest
Friday, April 24, and Saturday, April 26, 2026
Central Washington University, Ellensburg

Brought to you by WIAA, WMEA, and Gesa Credit Union

Be Watching This Page For 2026 Updates

Contact The WMEA Solo and Ensemble Coordinator

Kelly Clingan — kelly@wmea.org

Clickable Links and Downloads

  • 2025 State Contest Information Packet (last year’s event — a new one will be posted for 2026)
    • Fillable Performance Information Form
  • Category, School, and Accompanist Schedules (last year’s info — new info will be posted for 2026)
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  • State Solo and Ensemble Contest Rules

Percussion Solo and Ensemble Equipment

Central Washington University provides the Percussion Equipment listed here (this is 2025’s info — a new one will eventually be posted here):

  • Special Information for Percussionists

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