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

$20

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

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

Free

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.

$27

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

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

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

$40

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

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

Free

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

Free

Financial Award Auditions

For more information:  https://nvmta.org/nvmta-financial-assistance-scholarships-overview/

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

Musical Theater Competition

2023 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

$30

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

Fall Festival

Contemporary and Historical Judged Music Festival Date and Place The festival will take place on Saturday, November 11, 2023 at Lewinsville Presbyterian Church, 1724 Chain Bridge Rd., McLean, VA 22101, Deadlines Registration Deadline:  Thursday, October 12, 2023.  All fees must

$25

NVMTA Lecture Series

  NVMTA presents.... Ruta Starke The Importance of Short Exercises in Mastering the Elements of Piano Technique This lecture will focus on such elements of piano technique as scales, trills, arpeggios, double notes, chords, jumps and leaps and more as well as short exercises

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

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

$20

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

Robert Spencer Piano Concerto Competition

Application Requirements 1.  Please register at new.mtfest.com.  Registration will open on November 15 and will close on December 7. 2.  Pay fees online through mtfest.com.  Click on Billing, then click on the $ next to the event.  Pay with Visa or Mastercard.  After payment is

$40

Concerto Competition: Strings

Application Requirements 1. Please register by January 11, 2024 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 you

$40

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

Theory Mastery Day

Application Requirements 1.  Please register at new.mtfest.com. 2. Register by January 11, 2024. 3.  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

$21

Concerto Competition and Festival: Woodwinds

Application Requirements 1. Teachers register students 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

$40

Bach/Baroque Festival and Competition

Application Requirements Please register at new.mtfest.com. 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 t

$23

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

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 Clas

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 pr

$29

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 applicat

$24

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 p

$29

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 c

$25

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/perf

$40

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