MTNA has nearly 20,000 members in 50
states with more than 500 local affiliates.
The mission of MTNA is to advance the value of music study and music making to society and to support the professionalism of music teachers.
MTNA maintains two subsidiary programs:
- MTNA Professional Certification Program which exists to improve the level of professionalism within the field of applied music teaching and helps the public readily identify competent music teachers in their communities.
- MTNA Foundation Fund supports programs to financially assist teachers and students with their educational pursuits while providing an opportunity for individual and corporate support of MTNA and its programs.
MTNA provides:
- Peer Connections—a network of outlets, forums and channels for like-minded individuals in the music profession to collaborate and communicate, both locally and nationally
- Ongoing Education—conferences, events and advice on teaching tips and pedagogy, technology and web trends, master classes and informational sessions
- Valuable Resources—access to countless benefits, from Certification, publications and consultation services to competitions, teacher enrichment grants and insurance.
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Membership Categories
Active Membership State Membership Local Membership Collegiate Membership International Membership Six-Month Trial Membership Corporate Members Institutional Members |
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Benefits of Membership
Because of the solidarity inherent in the music-teaching profession, membership with MTNA is accompanied by invaluable privileges and advantages. For the lifetime of your career, it's an investment in crucial musical commodities like continuing education, career development, peer recognition and networking programs—all designed specifically for you.
Discounts and Resources
Discounts on MTNA conferences and competitions, as well as office supplies, travel and much more!
Educational Opportunities
Featuring MTNA's preeminent yearly national conference, with workshops and seminars on teaching (including group and recreational music-making), ethics, industry developments and more.
Professional Development
MTNA's popular monthly webinars cover a variety of topics of interest to music teachers, from studio resources to ornamentation to cybersecurity.
Professional Support Services
Recommendations and referrals for studio resources, insurance and legal consultation, enrichment grants for teacher study, merchant services and new technology resources.
Exclusive Publications
MTNA keeps you up-to-date with current trends in the music industries with our two exclusive publications:
Because of the solidarity inherent in the music-teaching profession, membership with MTNA is accompanied by invaluable privileges and advantages. For the lifetime of your career, it's an investment in crucial musical commodities like continuing education, career development, peer recognition and networking programs—all designed specifically for you.
Discounts and Resources
Discounts on MTNA conferences and competitions, as well as office supplies, travel and much more!
Educational Opportunities
Featuring MTNA's preeminent yearly national conference, with workshops and seminars on teaching (including group and recreational music-making), ethics, industry developments and more.
Professional Development
MTNA's popular monthly webinars cover a variety of topics of interest to music teachers, from studio resources to ornamentation to cybersecurity.
Professional Support Services
Recommendations and referrals for studio resources, insurance and legal consultation, enrichment grants for teacher study, merchant services and new technology resources.
Exclusive Publications
MTNA keeps you up-to-date with current trends in the music industries with our two exclusive publications:
American Music Teacher- The official journal of MTNA, providing articles, columns and reviews to inform, educate and challenge six times a year
MTNA e-Journal- an online-based journal containing informational articles supplemented with interactive features and extras.
MTNA e-Journal- an online-based journal containing informational articles supplemented with interactive features and extras.
AWARDS
MTNA annually presents the following awards, which recognize excellence in music teaching, research and other significant contributions to music education.
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The MTNA Achievement Award
MTNA's highest honor, is bestowed upon an individual who has made significant and lasting contributions to the music teaching profession. The MTNA Citation for Leadership is given only at special times to recognize significant and lasting contributions to MTNA, music teachers and the music teaching profession. The MTNA Distinguished Service Award is given in recognition of significant and long-term contribution to the National Association. The American Music Teacher (AMT) Article of the Year Award is presented to the outstanding author of a feature article written expressly for AMT. The MTNA e-Journal Article of the Year Award is presented to the outstanding author of a feature article written expressly for the MTNA e-Journal. The MTNA Collegiate Chapter of the Year Award is given to the MTNA Collegiate Chapter that demonstrates excellence in its chapter activities. The Fifty-Year Membership Award recognizes those individuals who have been members of MTNA for at least 50 continuous years. Frances Clark Award for Keyboard Pedagogy is given to an individual who has made a significant contribution through the creation and development of products or publications that further the field of keyboard pedagogy. |
Teacher of the Year Award
is presented to the candidate who most clearly demonstrates a strong commitment to the music teaching profession. State Affiliate of the Year Award recognizes the state Music Teachers Association that makes the most significant contribution to the music teaching profession through participation in MTNA national programs and additional programs established within their state. Local Association of the Year Award recognizes the local Music Teachers Association that makes the most significant contribution to the music teaching profession through participation in MTNA national programs and additional programs established within their state and local area. The MTNA Distinguished Composer of the Year Award is given to a selected composer of a state-commissioned work. MarySue Harris Studio Teacher Fellowship Award is presented to the candidate who most clearly demonstrates a strong commitment to the music teaching profession. The program was established to help music teachers develop and enhance their newly established studios. The Piano Technicians Guild Foundation Scholarship is a financial-assistance grant presented to nationally certified MTNA members to provide advance study opportunities related to piano. |
RMM Teaching Track Scholarships
Thanks in part to a generous grant from the NAMM
Foundation, the National Piano Foundation is offering a limited number of $500–$750 scholarships to MTNA piano teachers who are interested in learning more about Recreational Music Making (RMM). These scholarships must be used for travel, lodging, membership, fees and other costs associated with attending the MTNA Conference Pedagogy Saturday RMM Track.
Thanks in part to a generous grant from the NAMM
Foundation, the National Piano Foundation is offering a limited number of $500–$750 scholarships to MTNA piano teachers who are interested in learning more about Recreational Music Making (RMM). These scholarships must be used for travel, lodging, membership, fees and other costs associated with attending the MTNA Conference Pedagogy Saturday RMM Track.
Additional Benefits Include...
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Competitions
The MTNA Stecher and Horowitz Two Piano Competition Two-tiered Chamber Music Competitions Three-tiered Junior, Senior and Young Artist Performance Competition State Competitions Division Competitions National Competitions Three-tiered Elementary, Junior, Senior and Young Artist Composition Competition Publications
AMT Mazine MTNA eJournal Resources for State and Local Affiliates
Local Association Handbook Membership Flyer—Membership Information General Liability Insurance ASCAP Music Licensing Agreement MTNA Brochures available 501 (c)(3) Status FTC Settlement Statement Antitrust Settlement Guide |
Education
MTNA National Conference MTNA Certification Program Summit for MTNA Leadership Monthly Webinars Sponsored Webinars by corporate and institutional partners MTNA Teaching Specialist RMM Teaching Specialist Group Piano Teaching Specialist Special Programs
GP3 Composer Commissioning MTNA eFestival Studio Resources Technology Information and Resources Grants for teacher enrichment study Code of Ethics for teachers Parent and Student Resources Teaching Tips Merchant Services Legal Consultation Services Copyright Information Professional Support Line Member Insurance Programs Essential Skills |
