MTNA PERFORMANCE AND COMPOSITION COMPETIONS
For more information, please go to MTNA competitions.
2017 LEADERSHIP SEMINAR
An opportunity to meet with state and local leadership to share ideas and information about student and teacher opportunities and benefits available through WSMTA.
MUSIC ARTISTRY PROGRAM
(formerly called ADJUDICATIONS)
The Music Artistry Program provides an opportunity for students to perform for a highly-respected visiting artist, to work one-on-one with them to improve your performance, and to receive written comments and a certificate.
BECOME A MEMBER
Washington State Music Teachers Association (WSMTA) is affiliated with Music Teachers National Association (MTNA).
In order to become a member of WSMTA, you must join through MTNA.
WSMTA includes independent music teachers and collegiate teachers in the university setting.
WSMTA teachers are dedicated to enriching the lives of almost 28,000 young musicians.
Educational and performance opportunities are offered regularly for teachers, students, and the public.
NEWS
UPCOMING MTNA CONFERENCE
In Lake Buena Vista, Florida
March 17–21
The MTNA National Conference, held annually, brings together the most representative cross-section of the MTNA membership. National competitions feature the outstanding performances of students in all instrument areas, as well as composition. Conferences include master classes, technology and informational sessions, pedagogy sessions, exhibit hall, evening concerts and much more. Members have an opportunity to participate by submitting proposals and papers for presentation.
2017 WSMTA CONFERENCE WRAP-UP
The 2017 WSMTA Conference was held at Shoreline Community College from June 22-24, 2107. Click here to read more about it.
It’s not too late to complete an evaluation of the conference. Just click here to complete the online form to let organizers know how you felt about the conference.
2017 LEADERSHIP SEMINAR
The 2017 WSMTA Leadership Seminar will take place on September 23-24, 2017 at the Hilton Garden Inn in Yakima.
More information about the 2017 Leadership Seminar will be coming in early August. This will include information about registration and hotel reservations.
UPCOMING EVENTS & DEADLINES
For a full calendar, click here.
| August 1 | Deadline for submitting articles for September Clarion |
| August 31 | MTNA dues deadline for teachers planning to enter students in MTNA Performance and Composition Competitions |
| September 1 | Deadline for submitting articles for the October ClarionEvent |
| September 13 | Deadline for MTNA Competition applications |
| September 13 | Postmark deadline for WSMTA Outstanding Artist Competition applications |
| September 23-24 | Fall Leadership Seminar, Hilton Garden Inn, Yakima (Karen Hollenback, Chair) |