Washington State Music Teachers AssociationFor the 2011-2012 competition results, please see the competition results page.
Music Teachers National Association holds annual competitions that recognize exceptionally talented young artists. The state competitions are considered the primary educational level, with the division and national levels showcasing outstanding performances.
When: November 4-6, 2011
Where: Central Washington University, Ellensburg
Questions? Contact Bill McKay, BMcKay@columbiabasin.edu
Entry deadline: Midnight, September 13, 2011
Registration: Visit MTNA.org to register your students, and use the new online system at WSMTA.net, to pay the state's participation fee. Note: Your MTNA dues must be paid, to participate and to use these online systems.
Winners of the November competitions will compete at the Northwest Division level, in January.
When: January 13-15, 2012
Where: University of Montana, Missoula.
Questions? Contact Jani Peterson, 208-883-3991 or jani@turbonet.com
Winners of the Northwest Division competition will compete at the national level. More information is available online at mtna.org.
This competition provides another opportunity for Washington state's talented pianists. It runs concurrently with the MTNA Competition. Its goal is to serve as a positive, initial step for students wanting to compete in the MTNA Performance Competition in future years.
When: November 4-6, 2011
Where: Central Washington University, Ellensburg
Questions? Contact Julie Swienty or Jee Wong at OACCompetition@gmail.com
Entry deadline: Midnight, September 13, 2011
Registration: Online only, at this web site. For more
information, see our home page or visit our new
member login
page Note: To create a login
and register, your MTNA dues must be paid well in advance of the OAC entry
deadline!
This annual competition encourages creativity and self-expression in student musicians through the art of composing. Complete information is available at mtna.org.
Entry deadline: Midnight, September 13, 2011
Questions? Contact Bob Pajer, NCTM, bobpajer@pianosoloseattle.net
