WASHINGTON STATE MUSIC TEACHERS ASSOCIATION
Established in 1915 and affiliated with the Music Teachers National Association
BECOME A WSMTA MEMBER
Washington State Music Teachers Association (WSMTA) promotes the art of music and the advancement of music knowledge by providing educational opportunities that further the appreciation of music throughout the state.
Renewals for the 2021 – 2022 member year were due June 30, 2021. Don’t delay!
It is affiliated with Music Teachers National Association (MTNA).
To become a member of WSMTA, join through MTNA.
2021 Virtual Leadership Seminar
Best Practices for Purposeful Leading
Featuring MTNA President,
Karen Thickstun, NCTM
- Saturday, September 25, 2021
- 9:30 A.M. – 2:30 P.M.
- Education Board and Board Meetings to follow
Congratulations, Dr. Nyaho
WSMTA’s Dr. William Chapman Nyaho was just made the Vice President of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Dr. Nyaho will serve on the MTNA Board of Directors as a key member of the MTNA leadership. He will also chair a newly created MTNA Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee, which is charged with advocating the values of diversity, equity and inclusion throughout the entire association—national, state and local.
WSMTA HAS OVER 1,000 INDEPENDENT, COLLEGIATE AND UNIVERSITY MUSIC TEACHERS
DEDICATED TO ENRICHING THE LIVES OF ALMOST 28,000 YOUNG MUSICIANS
Looking Ahead
Governor Inslee outlined his Washington Ready plan June 30th, which lifted many restrictions on Washington residents and businesses, however, he continues to amend the plan in response to the health department recommendations for the changing situation. The plan is available here. WSMTA members should continue to watch for updates and are also encouraged to consult national and county public health department guidelines.
As teachers move into the new fall teaching year musical events, and look ahead to the future (MAP, MLP, festivals, chapter and studio recitals, chapter honors competitions, etc.) our overriding priority is the health and safety of our teachers, visiting artists, students and their family members.
Flexibility remains a key word in our lives these days, so having a back- up plan for any in-person music event is prudent in case safety protocols cannot be maintained according to the state and local health directives.
For additional insight into possible legal issues surrounding pandemic protocols, including liability caused by failure to follow state and county guidelines, MTNA has prepared a helpful guide to legal liabilities. That guide is available here. It also addresses concerns individual music teachers have as they consider their policies on face to face lessons vs. online lessons.
MTNA is available to answer questions: mtnanet@mtna.org or (888) 512-5278.
WSMTA is not in a position to mandate how every event, festival, recital, etc. in your studio, local association, or District should be run. However, WSMTA unequivocally expects that every member will follow the health directives of Washington state and your local county health department.
Let’s all work together to stay safe, and healthy so we can continue to make music in the days ahead!
Submit Your Videos Soon
Due November 2, 2021
As our lives continue to evolve and change with each passing day, many of you may be wondering how the music teaching profession can be sustained. Some teachers believe that teaching students online is the best idea for the time being.
Communications Coordinator Samantha Yeung has worked with WSMTA members to compile a list of online teaching resources. These include equipment recommendations, tips for setup, pedagogy changes, and advice to give your students and parents.
It is possible to keep music in your students’ lives. Get started today!
TO CONTACT THE WSMTA OFFICE
- Phone:
206-783-1975 - Email:
Administrative Coordinator Carrie Kahler
wsmtaoffice@gmail.com - Office Hours:
Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
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UPCOMING EVENTS & DEADLINES
For a full calendar, click here.
| September 15 | Registration deadline for the MTNA Performance Competition and MTNA Composition Competition @12PM Pacific and the Outstanding Artist Piano Competition @Midnight Pacific |
| Deadline for submitting articles for the October/November Clarion (Samantha Yeung, Clarion editor) | |
| September 25 | 2021 Virtual Leadership Seminar |
| October 8-9 | 2021 Virtual District I & II Conference |
| November 2 | MTNA Performance Competition State Video Submissions Due |
| November 15 | Deadline for submitting articles for the December/January Clarion (Samantha Yeung, Clarion editor) |
| December 1 | MTNA Performance Competition Division Video Submissions Due, 12PM, Pacific |
| February 22 | Registration for Young Composers Program closes |
| January 15 | Deadline for submitting articles for the February/March Clarion (Samantha Yeung, Clarion editor) |
| January 29 | 2022 Education Board Meeting, Virtual |
| January 30 | 2022 Board of Directors Meeting, Virtual |
| March 15 | Deadline for submitting articles for the April/May Clarion (Samantha Yeung, Clarion editor) |
| April 1 | Registration for the WSMTA Conference opens |
| May 2 | Deadline for the Whitner Study Grant |
| May 15 | Deadline for submitting articles for the June/July Clarion (Samantha Yeung, Clarion editor) |
| June 23 – 25 | 2022 WSMTA State Conference |