Membership information

Washington State Music Teachers Association, organized in 1915, is affiliated with the Music Teachers National Association. With a membership of nearly 1,200, WSMTA includes independent teachers in private studios and collegiate teachers in the university setting, dedicated to enriching the lives of nearly 28,000 young musicians. The association regularly offers educational and performance opportunities for teachers, students, and the public.

membership application form (PDF)

Membership in WSMTA benefits your students

Student Opportunities

Adjudications
Theory
Young Composer Project
Ribbon Festival
MusicLink
Applied Music for High School Credit
Student Teacher Program

Programs Available through MTNA

Performance Competitions
Study Certificates
Studio Festival Program
Achievement Program
Composition

Membership in WSMTA offers you, the teacher

Organized group meetings

Local Chapter Meetings
District Conferences
Annual State and National Conferences

Communications

Member Handbook
State Newsletter, The Clarion
The American Music Teacher, a bi-monthly magazine

Growth Opportunities

Workshops
Adjudicator Training
New Music Exhibits
Technology Training
Leadership Seminar
State and National Certification

Financial Benefits

Group Health and Disability Insurance
Group Liability Insurance
Retirement Planning
Gold Card Credit Programs available through MTNA.

For more information about WSMTA, email Judy Prichard, WSMTA State Membership Chair, at gjprichard@oakharbor.net