WASHINGTON STATE MUSIC TEACHERS ASSOCIATION
Established in 1915 and affiliated with the Music Teachers National Association
Established in 1915 and affiliated with the Music Teachers National Association
Registration is now open for the 2023 WSMTA Conference! Join us at Sun Mountain Lodge, a premier destination resort, set in the beautiful North Cascades from June 26 – 28.
Look forward to a memorable program of inspiring recitals and stimulating sessions, balanced with flexible time for walking and biking the nearby trails, relaxing on the deck, connecting with friends, and absorbing the stunning beauty of the surroundings.
However, you will be able to register at the door.
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. Benefits of membership include:
It is affiliated with Music Teachers National Association (MTNA).
To become a member of WSMTA, join through MTNA.
Have someone you would like to join, but don’t know how to ask?
Contact Membership Chair Susan Speicher at speichersusan@gmail.com!
Registration opens February 1, 2023
Registration opens August 2023
Registration deadline is September 13, 2023 at noon Pacific Time
Competitions will take place at Central Washington University in Ellensburg from November 10-12, 2023. If you would like more information about the MTNA Competition guidelines, please click here. Please visit the WSMTA Competitions page for more information about past winners.
Email:
wsmtaoffice@gmail.com
Phone:
206-783-1975
Office Hours:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Tuesday and Thursday hours vary.
Closed New Years Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, President’s Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
Closed between December 23, 2023 through January 1, 2024.
Governor Inslee outlined his plan to drop the emergency covid orders as of October 31st, which lifted most of the remaining restrictions on Washington residents and businesses. He will continue to amend the plan in response to the health department recommendations for the changing situation. The initial plan and the updates are 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 plan the events for this school year, and look ahead to 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!
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!
For a full calendar, click here.
May 1 | Deadline for the Chapter of the Year Application. |
May 10 | Registration deadline to receive hotel discount |
May 17 | Deadline for ’23 – ’24 Whitner Study Grant Applications |
May 5 | Deadline for submitting articles for the June/July Clarion (Samantha Yeung, Clarion editor) |
June 17 | Education Board Meeting, Virtual |
June 25 | Board of Directors Meeting, Sun Mountain Lodge |
June 26 – 28 | 2023 WSMTA State Conference at Sun Mountain Lodge |