About CPMTA
Central Pennsylvania Music Teachers Associationis an affiliate of the Pennsylvania Music Teachers Association and the Music Teachers National Association. Founded in 1846 by Theodore Presser in Delaware, Ohio, MTNA serves 25,000 independent music teachers committed to the pursuit of excellence in music teaching.
MTNAand its affiliates seek to promote the professional growth and development of its members and to further the art of music by providing programs that encourage and support teaching, performance, composition and scholarly research.
To receive membership applications, and additional information about our organization click MTNA APPLICATION
A CPMTA MEMBERSHIP OFFERS YOU
A Communication Network:
American Music Teachers Bi-Monthly Journal * Quarterly PMTA Newsletters * A Monthly CPMTA Newsletter * Member Handbook and Directory * Publications addressing issues of concern to the private music teacher. * A Web Site with links to the State and National Organization and articles of interest for the private music teacher.
A Forum for Group Meetings:
Monthly Local Chapter Meetings (see calendar for details) * Annual State and National Conventions
Professional Standards:
Teachers can work locally to achieve National Certification. * Networking
Career Training and Development to Ensure a Musical Future:
Workshops, Clinics, and Practicums * Masterclasses * Monthly Presentations on Pedagogy Topics * Adjudication Clinics * New Music Exhibits * Technology Training
Recognition of Student Achievements:
Auditions and Performances * Masterclasses * PMTA Composition Showcase * Funded Competitions on the local, state and national level
Financial Benefits:
Group Health and Disability Insurance * Group Liability Insurance * Retirement Planning * Gold Card Credit Programs available through MTNA
A Unified Voice for Arts Advocacy:
National Coalition For Music Education partnership * Affiliation with The Penn State School of Music *Affiliation with The Nittany Valley Symphony * Advocacy Training * Congressional Liaison
CPMTA Officers for 2008 through 2009
President:Mike Evock
Secretary:Linda Hoffman
Treasurer/Membership Chair:Paula Bassett
DSPF Chair:Teri Smith
Phyllis Triolo Chair:Patricia Lloyd, Paula Bassett
Publicity Chair:Fang-Mei Chu
Music Program Director: Koya Ohmoto