Talk About Teaching (TAT)
Discussion Topic Sightreading: How to Strengthen Skills. About Talk About Teaching, is a series of 5 meetings that take place every 2 months from September – May from, 10am-12pm. The meetings provide a place for teachers to discuss ideas related to music and teaching. Topics lis
Talk About Teaching (TAT)
Discussion Topic Trends in Piano Teaching – Piano Duet Literature and Rehearsal. About Talk About Teaching, is a series of 5 meetings that take place every 2 months from September – May from, 10am-12pm. The meetings provide a place for teachers to discuss ideas related to music
Jazz Workshop
Jazz Workshop The 1.5 hour jazz workshop focuses on learning to improvise on standard jazz tunes. Both students and teachers who want to experience improvisation are invited to participate. All participants (students and teachers who would like to participate) must register and
Talk About Teaching (TAT)
Discussion Topic Trends in Piano Teaching- Rhythm & Pulse: Grouping and the Rhythmic Phrase. About Talk About Teaching, is a series of 5 meetings that take place every 2 months from September – May from, 10am-12pm. The meetings provide a place for teachers to discuss ideas r
McLean Symphony and NVMTA’s Composition Contest Winner
The program of National Treasures will consist only of music by American Composers, including a composition by 13 year-old local student, Daniel Carroll, winner of a festival sponsored by the Northern Virginia Music Teachers’ Association, and a work written in memory of Dr. Marti
TAT: “Instructors or Therapists? Students Whose Emotional Issues Surface in the Studio”
"Instructors or Therapists? Students Whose Emotional Issues Surface in the Studio" Presented by Bharati Somen
TAT Piano, Mirror, Mirror on the Piano
"Mirror, Mirror on the Piano--The Benefits of Practicing in Symmetrical Inversion" Presented by Jim Litzelman
TAT: Getting These Soft Fingers Working
"Getting These Soft Fingers Working" Presented by Yoon Huh
Adult Student Rehearsal Workshops–January
DETAILS In a friendly and welcoming environment, we talk about our pieces, perform for a warm and supportive audience, and learn how we can develop our playing through constructive suggestions. We also enjoy each others’ company, support each others’ journeys, and have fun! Thes
TAT “Challenges in Young Pianists (including Pedal!!)” with Bonnie Kellert is postponed. Date TBD
"Challenges in Young Pianists (including Pedal!!)" Presented by Bonnie Kellert Discussion offers strategies for teachers to show students how to practice technical challenges and to retain these concepts. Of foremost importance is detecting, distinguishing and determining a tech
Amadeus Orchestra and NVMTA Concerto Winners-Postponed, Date TBD
2019-05-19 concert flyer (1)
TAT: “Physicality and Technique”–Postponed, Date TBD
"Physicality and Technique" Presented by David Kosutic
NEW DATES: Northern District Auditions, Sep 13 Video Submission Date
Application Requirements 1. Please register at mtfest.com. Be very specific listing piece titles, including opus or Hob. numbers, keys, and movements. 2. Pay fee online through mtfest.com. Click on Billing, then click on the $ next to the event. Pay with Visa or Mastercard.
Lori Piitz: “Retraining”
October 23, 2020, Lori Piitz: "Retraining" When pianists find themselves with an injury it is important that they seek advice and care from a medical professional. When they are finally able to return to the piano they may need to rethink the way they have been playing in orde
Bonnie Kellert, “Challenges in Young Pianists (including pedal!)”
November 20, 2020: Bonnie Kellert "Challenges in Young Pianists (including pedal!)" Challenges For Young Pianists includes developing and achieving technical ability as well as understanding and acquiring musicianship. Each student requires special attention to individual needs
POSTPONED: Edvinas Mistkinmas and Natalia Nelson, “Challenges of Comprehensive Music Education in the 21st-Century”
This event has been postponed. Please join us for the next TAT in April.
Nancy Breth, “New World Symphony: harmony, discord, conflict, resolution and joy in the life of a transfer student and his teacher”
April 21, 2021: Nancy Breth, "New World Symphony: harmony, discord, conflict, resolution and joy in the life of a transfer student and his teacher" A walk through the all-important first year as The New Teacher: making the interview count, setting up for success, creating a safe
TAT: June 2021: Dr. Audrey Andrist on Teaching and Performing
June 23, 2021: Audrey Andrist "Practicing Patience and Memorizing Methodically" Dr. Andrist will speak on a wide range of topics related to teaching and performing, drawn from her many decades working with students of all ages, and her experience as an active performer. She will
TAT: June 2021: Audrey Andrist,”Practicing Patience and Memorizing Methodically”
June 23, 2021: Audrey Andrist, "Practicing Patience and Memorizing Methodically" Canadian pianist Audrey Andrist has spent decades learning, memorizing and performing extremely complex modern repertoire (as well as standard repertoire, of course!), and teaching this repertoire t
NVMTA Lecture Series
NVMTA presents... A presentation by Nancy Breth, "Life After Lessons."
NVMTA Concerto Winners perform with The Amadeus Orchestra April 24, 2022
On Sunday, April 24, 2022, the Northern Virginia Music Teachers Association’s Concerto Competition prizewinners will perform with the Amadeus Orchestra under the direction of A. Scott Wood at Saint Luke Catholic Church in McLean. The students were chosen from three concerto compe
Talk About Teaching (TAT) – September
TALK ABOUT TEACHING has reverted back to its original form as an informal, open session where teachers of any instrument including voice gather to share ideas, pose questions, seek solutions and socialize with their colleagues. There are no formal presentations, and any topic is
General Meeting NVMTA, September
General Meeting. Location: Woman's Club of Arlington Baroque Dance Rhythms for Musicians A Masterclass by Paige Whitley-Bauguess Welcome, NVMTA members! We are so pleased to present a special interactive program at the Woman's Club of Arlington with Paige Whitley-Bauguess, who i
Talk About Teaching- October
TALK ABOUT TEACHING has reverted back to its original form as an informal, open session where teachers of any instrument including voice gather to share ideas, pose questions, seek solutions and socialize with their colleagues. There are no formal presentations, and any topic is
Registration Deadline – Musical Theatre Competition
Musical Theatre Competition
Adult Student Rehearsal Workshops–October
DETAILS In a friendly and welcoming environment, we talk about our pieces, perform for a warm and supportive audience, and learn how we can develop our playing through constructive suggestions. We also enjoy each others' company, support each others' journeys, and have fun! Thes
Registration Deadline: Judged Recital — December
Judged Recital Overview
Adult Student Rehearsal Workshops–December
DETAILS In a friendly and welcoming environment, we talk about our pieces, perform for a warm and supportive audience, and learn how we can develop our playing through constructive suggestions. We also enjoy each others’ company, support each others’ journeys, and have fun! Thes
Concerto Winners Orchestra Performance
2023 Performance Information Students chosen from among NVMTA's Concerto competition winners will perform with the Amadeus Orchestra on May 14, 2023, 4 pm at Saint Luke’s Church, 7001 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA. Tickets can be purchased HERE This year's program will mark our thi
Talk About Teaching- November
TALK ABOUT TEACHING has reverted back to its original form as an informal, open session where teachers of any instrument including voice gather to share ideas, pose questions, seek solutions and socialize with their colleagues. There are no formal presentations, and any topic is
Talk About Teaching- December
TALK ABOUT TEACHING has reverted back to its original form as an informal, open session where teachers of any instrument including voice gather to share ideas, pose questions, seek solutions and socialize with their colleagues. There are no formal presentations, and any topic is
Talk About Teaching – January
TALK ABOUT TEACHING is an informal session hosted by Nancy Breth where teachers of any instrument gather to share ideas, pose questions, seek solutions and socialize. There is no prescribed agenda, and any topic is welcome. Location: Jordan Kitt's Music in Fairfax. (See LATTE for
Registration Deadline: Concerto Competition: Woodwinds
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Talk About Teaching -February
TALK ABOUT TEACHING is an informal session hosted by Nancy Breth where teachers of any instrument gather to share ideas, pose questions, seek solutions and socialize. There is no prescribed agenda, and any topic is welcome. Location: Jordan Kitt's Music in Fairfax. (See LATTE for
Talk About Teaching – April
TALK ABOUT TEACHING is an informal session hosted by Nancy Breth where teachers of any instrument gather to share ideas, pose questions, seek solutions and socialize. There is no prescribed agenda, and any topic is welcome. Location: Zoom. (See LATTE for information on NVMTA’s cu
Talk About Teaching – June
TALK ABOUT TEACHING is an informal session hosted by Nancy Breth where teachers of any instrument gather to share ideas, pose questions, seek solutions and socialize. There is no prescribed agenda, and any topic is welcome. Location: Zoom. (See LATTE for information on NVMTA’s cu
NVMTA Executive Board Meeting–September 2024
The Zoom link will be emailed the week of the event.
General Meeting NVMTA, September
Details coming soon...
General Meeting NVMTA, May
Come join us for our General Meeting and Program featuring Dr. Jennifer Mills Have you ever wished that your doctor understood more about the life and stresses of being a music teacher and musician? We are so excited to welcome Dr. Jennifer Mills as our first presenter of the sea
Registration Deadline: Musical Theater Competition
Musical Theater Competition Details
Registration deadline: General Recitals – October 2024
Information about General Recitals
Musical Theater Competition
2024 NVMTA Musical Theatre Competition Competition Goal: to give students experience and preparation for the theatre industry's audition process at every level: middle school, high school, the college audition circuit, and professional shows. We warmly welcome students at eve
Registration deadline: General Recitals – November 2024
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Fall Festival
Contemporary and Historical Judged Music Festival Date and Place The festival will take place on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at Lewinsville Presbyterian Church, 1724 Chain Bridge Rd., McLean, VA 22101, Deadlines Registration Deadline: Monday, October 28, 2024. All fees must be
NVMTA Lecture Series
An Interactive Workshop with Barbara Lister-Sink, Ed.D. November 22, 2024, 10am - 12pm, Zoom WILL THE CAGED BIRD EVER BE FREE? WHAT PIANO TEACHERS NEED TO AGREE UPON TO PREVENT PLAYING-RELATED INJURY AND MAXIMIZE MUSICALITY Pianists of all ages and levels are often frustrated an
Piano Ensemble Festival and Competition
Application Requirements Please register at new.mtfest.com. Fee is $25 per student, per performance. Duet/Duos are $50. Trios are $75. Quartets are $100. Pay fee online through new.mtfest.com. Click on Billing, then click on the $ next to the event. Pay with Visa or Mastercard.
Registration deadline: Concerto Competition – Piano
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Registration Deadline–Skills Day
For more information: Skills Day