Students & Parents
Teachers who are members of MTAC commit to high standards for providing a musical education to students. Our members offer lessons in piano, violin, viola, cello, flute, clarinet, voice, organ, composition, conducting, and ensemble coaching.
MTAC Certificate of Merit
Initiated in 1933, Certificate of Merit® provides a standardized music curriculum for musical excellence in performance, technique, ear training, sight reading/singing and music theory.
Celebration Recitals & Senior Awards Ceremony
These recitals honor students who were successful in all of our branch Festivals and Competitions during the past year. Graduating High School Seniors are recognized at an Awards Ceremony for their hard work and achievements.
Bach/Baroque Festival
This annual festival celebrates the study and performance of Baroque composers and the keyboard works of J.S. Bach. Students perform in front of a panel of judges, and winners in the Bach Festival go on to compete in regional festivals.
Scholarship Awards Competition
This annual event requires a performance of two contrasting works from 2 historical periods. Students compete in age categories and receive feedback from judges, and winners receive cash prizes.
Theme Festival
Featuring a different theme each year, this annual festival is for all ages and levels. Students perform pieces that reflect the theme in front of a panel of three judges. All performers receive feedback, and winners are awarded medals or ribbons.
Music Students' Service League (MSSL)
This student-run program shares the gift of music with the community by giving recitals in retirement facilities. Performers receive community service hours, and middle and high-school students are encouraged to serve on the board. For more information, contact msslonline@gmail.com
Classical/Romantic/Contemporary Festivals
These festivals feature the music of each period in rotation annually. Students compete in age categories and receive comments from judges. Winners are awarded medals or ribbons.
Masterclasses
Masterclasses taught by renowned faculty/performers are scheduled to provide learning and performance opportunities for students of Intermediate and Advanced levels. These are held during Branch meetings.
