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General Meeting NVMTA, February
General Meeting NVMTA, February
The Viennese Fortepiano in Classical Music A Zoom Link will be emailed to members the week of the event. Daniel Adam Maltz is a fortepianist based in Vienna, Austria. He specializes in the First Viennese School — Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, and Schubert. He made his Carnegie Hall (Weill) debut at age 22 and has 50+ tour dates per year as a sought-after soloist, chamber musician, and clinician. Daniel studied historical performance at the Royal Academy of Music in London and the Universität für Musik und darstellende Kunst in Vienna. He refined his command of historical practices through private study with Andreas Staier and Ingomar Rainer. Daniel is devoted to performing on Viennese fortepianos — utilizing the vast range of tones and colors familiar to the composers. He brings his expertise in the Viennese sound, culture, philosophies, and performance practices of the Classical era to his interpretations. He also enjoys the 18th-century practice of leading orchestras in concerto and symphony performances from the keyboard, acting not as a modern conductor, but as a leader from within the ensemble. Daniel hosts Classical Cake, the podcast about Viennese classical music and culture. Before switching to the fortepiano, Daniel studied privately with internationally-renowned pianists John O’Conor, Gil Sullivan, and Robert Lehrbaumer. Daniel is a dual citizen of the USA and Israel. He comes from a musical family — his mother is a cellist and his father, a composer, taught him piano and composition starting at age four.
NVMTA Lecture Series
NVMTA Lecture Series
THE CLASSICAL FORTEPIANO FOR PEDAGOGUES Attendees are introduced to the sound world of the fortepiano and its significant impact on Classical-era music. Topics of discussion include: piano evolution, technical aspects of fortepianos, expected performance practices during the Classical era, and historical tuning. Special attention will be give to how these characteristics and performance practices can be reconciled within modern pedagogy. Daniel Adam Maltz is a fortepianist based in Vienna, Austria. He has 50+ tour dates worldwide per year and specializes in Wiener Klassik (Viennese Classicism) — especially the works of Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven — performed on the Viennese fortepianos of their time. Called “master of the Viennese fortepiano,” critics praise Daniel’s performances for their “broad warmth” with “lavish but tasteful” playing (Classical Sonoma), his “very sensitive phrasing” with “marvelous dynamic contrasts” (Marblehead Current), and Daniel’s “extraordinary precision and lightness” (The Common Reader). He debuted at Carnegie Hall (Weill) at age 22 and is a sought-after soloist, Lieder accompanist, and clinician. Daniel also hosts Classical Cake, the podcast about Viennese classical music and culture. Daniel studied fortepiano performance at the Royal Academy of Music in London and the Universität für Musik und darstellende Kunst in Vienna. He refined his command of historical practices through private study with Andreas Staier and Ingomar Rainer. Daniel is devoted to performing on Viennese fortepianos — utilizing the vast range of tones and colors familiar to the composers. He brings his expertise in the Viennese sound, culture, philosophies, and performance practices of the Classical era to his interpretations. Before switching to the fortepiano, Daniel studied privately with internationally-renowned pianists John O’Conor, Gil Sullivan, and Robert Lehrbaumer. Daniel is a dual citizen of the USA and […]
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Piano Concerto Festival, Grades K-3
Application Deadline: January 27, 2024 Application Requirements 1. Please register Grades K-3 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 need to mail anything to the Chair. No late applications will be accepted. All fees are non-refundable. 3. Non-NVMTA members have to pay the $50 fee (per student per event) plus registration fee. PLEASE NOTE: If you enter students in grades K-3 AND grades 4-12, you must pay separately for each event. Levels and Time Limits In case there are fewer than 6 students registered in the K-1 Level and/or the 2-3 Level, the grouping criteria shall be one mixed level of K-3.” Repertoire Requirements Students may play only one movement. Music must be performed from memory. Entrant will abide by all copyright laws and has permission to use all music given to judges and accompanists during all events as outlined here. The cadenza is optional. If you wish it to be heard: Double-check your time limit listed above Time the cadenza Time the movement Make a cut that allows time for the cadenza Mark it clearly for the judges to follow, i.e. “cut to cadenza” Put in a tab (if necessary) to mark the cadenza for the judges to find Here is a list of repertoire used in 2014 which you may download as a spreadsheet for your reference: Repertoire for Piano Concerto Festival 2014 Eligibility Students who play in the Concerto Competition in January may not play in the Piano Concerto Festival. Students must play at […]
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Composition Competition
Composition Competition IN MEMORY OF ALMA GRAYCE MILLER POSTMARK DEADLINE: March 7, 2024 FEE $24.00 per entrant. Non-NVMTA members have to pay the $50 fee (per student per event) plus registration fee. All fees are nonrefundable. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS 1. Fill out the application. 2. Submit four clear copies of each manuscript. On the manuscript, write the title of the piece, the composer’s age, and number of years of study. The composer’s name must not appear on the manuscript. 3. Submit a digital file (mp3 or mp4) of the composition to mcconnell.piano@gmail.com. Label the entry with the title of the composition only. 4. Mail application, manuscripts, and one check per studio payable to NVMTA to: Christy Tallamy 1712 Tomworth Ct. NE Leesburg VA 20176 CHAIR Christy Tallamy ABOUT THIS EVENT This competition is intended to encourage the writing of original creative compositions. It is in memory of Alma Grayce Miller, a former NVMTA member, who left funds for this purpose. Not sure how to navigate student compositions? Can it be done between now and the deadline? (The answer is yes.) For ideas, tips and inspiration, check out and information video here. ELIGIBILITY Participants must study with an active member teacher of NVMTA or pay the non-member fee (as defined in the bylaws). Compositions must be in student’s own handwriting or in the form of a computer printout personally produced by the composer. There is no restriction on the selection of instruments. There are neither age or grade requirements nor requirements concerning form, style, or length of composition. Computer generated recordings are permitted but not preferred. TEACHER GUIDELINES Participating teachers must pick up materials from the chair at the conclusion of the […]
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Piano Concerto Festival, Grades 4-12
Application Deadline: February 4, 2024 Application Requirements 1. Please register Grades 4-12 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 need to mail anything to the Chair. No late applications will be accepted. All fees are non-refundable. 3. Non-NVMTA members have to pay the $50 fee (per student per event) plus registration fee. PLEASE NOTE: If you enter students in grades K-3 AND grades 4-12, you must pay for each event separately. Levels and Time Limits Repertoire Requirements Students may play only one movement. Music must be performed from memory. Entrant will abide by all copyright laws and has permission to use all music given to judges and accompanists during all events as outlined here. The cadenza is optional. If you wish it to be heard: Double-check your time limit listed above Time the cadenza Time the movement Make a cut that allows time for the cadenza Mark it clearly for the judges to follow, i.e. “cut to cadenza” Put in a tab (if necessary) to mark the cadenza for the judges to find Here is a list of repertoire used in 2014 which you may download as a spreadsheet for your reference: Repertoire for Piano Concerto Festival 2014 Eligibility Students who play in the Concerto Competition in January may not play in the Piano Concerto Festival. Students must play at current school grade. First place winners in grades 4-5, 6-7, and 8-9 may not compete again at the same level. First place winners in grades K-3 […]
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Spring Festival (NFMC)
Event Details The Falls Church Spring Festival is an annual event that provides students an opportunity to perform and receive constructive feedback in a non-competitive environment. In addition to a written evaluation, students earn 1-5 points for each performance. To promote continuing study, points accrued can be used to earn trophies at 15, 30, 45, 60, 75, and 90 points. Registration will open on October 15, 2023 and will close December 15, 2023. Festival will be held on March 15th and 16th at Luther Jackson Middle School. Please register at http://www.novaspfestival.org/ Fees State dues: Teachers must federate their students by paying state dues to VFMC. State dues are $35 for up to 16 students, +$1 for each additional student. $50 individual teacher fee for non-NVMTA members. Local registration fee: $25.00 per student, per event. Repertoire Requirements Repertoire requirements and guidelines can be found in the 2021-2024 Federation Festivals Bulletin. Contact chair@novaspfestival.org for information on bulletins. Eligibility Students of any age whose teacher belongs to NVMTA and has paid Junior Club dues may participate. Juniors Junior entrants must be 18 years of age or younger on the date of Festival. Adult entrants must be 19 years or older on the date of the Festival. Adult entrants may either be a Senior member of the National Federation of Music Clubs, or a student of an NVMTA teacher. Teacher Guidelines: NVMTA membership must be up-to-date. Non-NVMTA members must submit Senior Individual dues along with Junior Club dues. All dues must be paid to the VFMC treasurer by October 20th, 2023. New members, please contact chair@novaspfestival.org.
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Achievement Awards Competition: Voice
Achievement Award: Voice Competition Goal: To give students experience in performing classical repertoire and to receive constructive criticism from experienced voice teachers. We warmly welcome students in grades 8 and above who would gain vocal growth from this audition/performance experience. Application Requirements Please register at new.mtfest.com Pay fee online through new.mtfest.com. Non-NVMTA members have to pay the $50 fee (per student per event) plus registration fee. 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. All fees are non-refundable. Levels and Time Limits Comment Only: No age limit, 6 minutes. Levels may be adjusted if warranted by the number and age of applicants. Repertoire Requirements Levels 1, and 2: Two selections in different languages, one of which is English. Level 3: Three selections representing (1) Baroque/Classical, (2) Romantic, and (3) 20th or 21st Century. Selections must include at least two languages, one of which is English. Comments Only: Two or three contrasting selections of varying styles, including one in a foreign language. Music must be performed from memory, except for oratorio selections. In Level 3, music must be performed in the original language; in the case of opera and oratorio, in the original key. For questions about repertoire, please contact the Chair or Co-Chair. Eligibility Previous first-place winners may not compete again in the same level. Singers under professional management are not eligible. Students must be taught lessons in person in Northern Virginia. Teacher Guidelines Singers must bring their own accompanists. Teachers and coaches may not accompany their students. Written comments from the judges will be given to […]
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NVMTA Lecture Series
NVMTA Lecture Series
NVMTA presents.... Alan Fraser, "How to bring the ideas of piano somatic to the young pianist" Lecture Description This lecture will show you how to transform piano technique from a tedious chore into a joyful exploration of the physical self at the piano. It follows the curricul