Membership

Membership in MMTA includes the following benefits:

• Programs for students and teachers, including contests and comprehensive examinations for piano, voice and other instruments;
• Composition contests for both students and teachers;
• Ensemble festivals and other programs designed to nurture and inspire the developing musician;
• Syllabi and teaching materials that support students as they learn repertoire, music history, theory and sight playing skills;
• Membership publications, including a bi-monthly newsletter, the annual calendar listing events and program entry rules, and a directory of members;
• Annual state convention offering a rich variety of presentations on pedagogy and performance and features guest artists and concerts;
• Mentoring program to help new members become acquainted with programs and procedures;
• Opportunities for continuing education;
• Network of Local Associations throughout the state where members can meet for collegiality and support.

A member of MMTA also becomes a member of Music Teachers National Association (MTNA). Founded in 1876, MTNA is a community of committed music professionals which offers to its members a variety of programs, services and benefits, including:

• American Music Teacher, an award-winning bi-monthly journal containing features on various topics of importance to the music teaching profession
• National convention, held annually, offering opportunities for education and networking
• National certification program, providing a path to recognition and promotion of the highest standards of music teaching
• Financial services including health insurance and retirement savings
• Blanket music licensing agreement with ASCAP
• National job placement service
• National performance and composition competition for students

Anyone who is currently active in teaching music is welcome to join MMTA. MMTA does not require submission of transcripts or tests to determine a person's musical ability.

How to Join

 Join MTNA/MMTA Online

Member App 13-14.pdf(318.4 KB)

High School Membership App 12-13.pdf(242.02 KB)
     (High school members are 
      members of MMTA only.)

Junior Member App 12-13.pdf(258.48 KB)
      (Junior members are 
      members of MMTA only.)