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Talk About Teaching (TAT)
FeaturedDiscussion 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
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Talk About Teaching (TAT)
FeaturedDiscussion 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
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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
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Talk About Teaching (TAT)
FeaturedDiscussion 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
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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
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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
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TAT Piano, Mirror, Mirror on the Piano
"Mirror, Mirror on the Piano--The Benefits of Practicing in Symmetrical Inversion" Presented by Jim Litzelman
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TAT: Getting These Soft Fingers Working
"Getting These Soft Fingers Working" Presented by Yoon Huh
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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
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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
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Amadeus Orchestra and NVMTA Concerto Winners-Postponed, Date TBD
2019-05-19 concert flyer (1)
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TAT: “Physicality and Technique”–Postponed, Date TBD
"Physicality and Technique" Presented by David Kosutic
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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.
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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NVMTA Lecture Series
NVMTA presents... A presentation by Nancy Breth, "Life After Lessons."
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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
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Talk About Teaching (TAT) – September
FeaturedTALK 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
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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
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Registration Deadline: Judged Recital — December
Judged Recital Overview
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Registration Deadline: Concerto Competition: Woodwinds
More Information
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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
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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
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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
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General Meeting NVMTA, September
Details coming soon...
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Registration Deadline: Musical Theater Competition
Musical Theater Competition Details
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NVMTA Lecture Series
Kevin Elam: Crafting a Unique & Multi-Faceted Music Career February 26, 2025, 10am - 12pm, Zoom Join Kevin Elam for an inspiring presentation on building a nontraditional career in music! He's an Irish singing champion, a gigging jazz pianist, a teacher of multiple instrument
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Piano Ensemble Festival and Competition
Location United Christian Parish: 11508 N Shore Dr, Reston, VA 20190 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,
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Deadline: Bach Baroque Festival & Competition
Bach Baroque details
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Financial Award Application Due Date
See this link for more information: https://nvmta.org/nvmta-financial-assistance-scholarships-overview/
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Financial Award Auditions
For more information: https://nvmta.org/nvmta-financial-assistance-scholarships-overview/
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Registration Deadline – March Judged Recitals
Judged Recital Overview
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Judged Recitals: March Honors
Judged Recital Overview The next Honors Recital will be May 21, 2026.
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NVMTA Lecture Series
NVMTA presents....TBA
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Judged Recitals: May Honors
Judged Recital Overview
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NVMTA Lecture Series
NVMTA presents..... Masterclass with Nancy O' Neill Breth Topic: " Contemporary Music" The Masterclass will take place in Jordan Kitts (8500 Lee Highway, Fairfax, 22031) on June 21st at 10.00 am, and it will also be live-streamed through Zoom. The Zoom link will be sent on the da
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NVMTA Lecture Series
NVMTA presents.... Masterclass with Nancy O' Neill Breth " Contemporary Music" Program The Cat and the Mouse by Aaron Copland Performer: Sela Rongero Teacher: Francesca Hurst Dance in Bulgarian Rhythm No. 2 (from Mikrokosmos Book 6) by
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NVMTA Executive Board Meeting–September 2025
The Zoom link will be emailed the week of the event.
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General Meeting NVMTA, September
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Registration deadline: General Recitals – October 2025
Information about General Recitals
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Registration Deadline – Musical Theatre Competition
Musical Theatre Competition
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Musical Theater Competition
2025 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
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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
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Registration deadline: General Recitals – November 2025
Information about General Recitals
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Fall Festival
Contemporary and Historical Judged Music Festival Location Lewinsville Presbyterian Church, 1724 Chain Bridge Rd., McLean, VA 22101, Date Saturday, November 15, 2025 Deadlines Registration Deadline: Thursday, October 16, 2025. All fees must be paid online through new.mtfest.co
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Registration deadline: Concerto Competition – Piano
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Registration Deadline–Skills Day
For more information: Skills Day
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NVMTA Lecture Series-December
NVMTA Lecture Series-December "All about Piano Playing and Chopin" Evelyne Brancart December 5, at 10.00 am Eastern time Preeminent pianist Evelyne Brancart, a native of Belgium, is recognized as one of the acclaimed teachers and performers of her generation, havin
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Skills Day: Keyboard and Sightreading
Application Requirements 1. Please register at new.mtfest.com 2. Pay fee online through new.mtfest.com. Click on Billing, then click on the $ next to the event. Pay with Visa or Mastercard. After payment is made, you may print a copy of the invoice for your records. You do not n
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Registration deadline: General Recitals – January
Information about General Recitals
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Robert Spencer Piano Concerto Competition
Location United Christian Parish: 11508 N Shore Dr, Reston, VA 20190 Application Requirements 1. Please register at new.mtfest.com. Registration will open on November 14 and will close on December 4. 2. Pay fees online through mtfest.com. Click on Billing, then click on the
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NVMTA Executive Board Meeting–January 2026
The Zoom link will be emailed the week of the event.
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NVMTA Lecture Series-January
FeaturedIrina Gorin- January 23rd, 10am Eastern time Topic: "The process of working on a musical composition."
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Concerto Competition: Strings
Application Requirements 1. Please register by January 1, 2026 at new.mtfest.com 2. Pay fee online through new.mtfest.com. Click on Billing, then click on the $ next to the event. Pay with Visa or Mastercard. After payment is made, you may print a copy of the invoice for your
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