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From the desk of MMTA President, Dr. Derek Polischuk MMTA Members-
I hope your winter season has been positive for you both personally and professionally. I was able to attend a portion of the National Conference in Atlanta a few weeks ago, and, as usual, it was an outstanding event. I hope you'll consider attending the 2025 National Conference in Minneapolis, which will be held from March 15-19. A little closer to home, our MMTA Conference will be held on October 18 and 19 at Calvin University in Grand Rapids. Vice President Laurie Marshall and the conference committee have been working tirelessly for many months already on a slate of programming that looks like one of the most compelling and diverse programs of any conference I've attended. Bravo to the committee for their fine work. I hope to see you in Grand Rapids in October.
Finally, we are searching for a Local Association Chair for the Board of MMTA. Kathy Richardson served for many years in this critical role with excellence. If you or someone you know might be qualified and interested in serving our association in this capacity, please let me know.
Wishing you a resplendent Michigan spring.
Sincerely,
Derek Kealii Polischuk |
From the desk of Vice President & Conference Chair, Laurie M. Marshall
Dear Colleagues and Friends,
First, please join us for the Michigan Music Teachers Association 138th Annual Conference at Calvin University, October 18 and 19, 2024 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We have an exciting conference planned for you!
Presentation topics include pedagogy, technique, artistry, literature, collaboration, performance wellness, studio management, marketing, music technology, and more.
Registration includes the two-day conference event, all concerts, recitals, presentations, masterclasses, receptions, and Gala dinner.
Spend two days collaborating with colleagues, sharing achievements, advancing your professional development, networking with new friends, and enjoying world-class concert artists and Michigan’s competition-winning students.
Visit the MMTA Conference website for all things conference including to submit a conference proposal, conference registration, hotel reservations, secure advertising, register vendor table, and more. The conference schedule is updated throughout the summer.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Laurie
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👏🏻 Congratulations to the Music Teachers National Association Winners from our great State Chapter MMTA! Well done to all the students and teachers for their music-making excellence.
MTNA 2023-2024 Winners List 🏆 Results from MMTA Teachers East Central Division
Chamber Music Competitions
Wind:
First Place, Ensemble Cerus Quartet
Roberto Campa, soprano saxophone
Laura Ramsay, alto saxophone
Kyle Kato, tenor saxophone
Samuel Dishon, baritone saxophone
Teacher, Timothy McAllister
University of Michigan
Junior Performance Competitions
Piano:
Chopin Award, Ethan Mihaescu Teacher, Catherine Rollin, NCTM
Young Artist Performance Competitions Brass:
First Place, Samuel Hardy
Teacher, Kenneth Kroesche Oakland University
Woodwind:
Second Place, Zachary Costello Teacher, Joseph Lulloff
Michigan State University
2024-2025 Music Teachers National Association Michigan Performance Competitions
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, September 11, 2024, 3:00 PM
Competition Date: November 8-10, 2024
Venue: University of Michigan, School of Music, Theatre & Dance, 1100 Baits Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
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From the Desk of SAT Handbook Chair, Jacki VanderSilk
Student Achievement News and Updates
In 2024, 1482 students tested in 15 local centers. The SAT leadership team has received feedback from 10 centers through the post-SAT reports. We always appreciate both the positive compliments of the program and the “negative” or constructive criticism suggestions. While it’s an awesome program for our students, it can always improve!
The 2024 tests will be on the website sometime in May after I’ve made a few corrections. These are very helpful to use as practice tests when preparing for SAT.
Now that 2024 testing is done, it’s almost time to start planning for 2025! Many teachers choose to stay on the test writing and proofing committee year after year, but we can always use a few new members. If you are interested in knowing more about what we do or may want to join us, let me know.
Thanks to all those who are on the test committee, all the local chairs, and all the many volunteers who make this important day happen every year!
Jacki VanderSlik
SAT Handbook & Testing chair
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The Well-Balanced Pianist 2024 Summer Program will take place at Madonna University in Livonia, Michigan, from July 21-26, 2024!
Attendees will receive integrated instruction in the Taubman Approach, Feldenkrais Method, Aston-Patterning, and optimal mindset for practice and performance. With four expert faculty devoting themselves to a maximum of 16 participants, each student can expect plenty of personal attention.
The combination of positive, expert presentation and interactive learning fosters a nurturing community in which pianists support one another in every musical risk they choose to take. We have fun, too! You can often hear jamming and duets while walking the halls.
Please visit https://www.wellbalancedpianist.com/wbpsummer2024 for more information.
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