Welcome to the Michigan Music Teachers Association!

Thank you for your support!

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Join Us and become part of the MMTA History!

Founded in 1885, the Michigan Music Teachers Association promotes and encourages the understanding, appreciation, and study of the art of music.

Michigan Music Teachers Association is an affiliated chapter of Music Teachers National Association which was incorporated in the State of Michigan on August 3, 1951.  The membership consists of independent music teachers, college and university students and professors. 

MTNA and Michigan Membership Benefits

MTNA Membership

MTNA members receive exclusive discounts and resources and subscription to the American Teacher Magazine.

Local Associations

Network with local music professionals, attend professional development events and participate in local student events.

Member Resources

Information related to MMTA membership, resources on competitions and member support.

Annual State Conference

Annual State conference is an opportunity to learn, network, relax, and rejuvenate.

Student Events

Both competitive and non-competitive performance opportunities are available.

Student Achievement Testing

Annual testing for students in grades K-12 and adults to complete in various areas.

MTNA Membership Benefits
MTNA Membership Benefits
MTNA Membership Benefits
MTNA Membership Benefits
MTNA Membership Benefits
Performance
Three memorized pieces in contrasting styles.
Theory
Written tests on music notation, harmony, terms and more.
Technique
Scales, chords, arpeggios, cadences.
Sight-Reading
Rhythmic and melodic sight reading and transposition.
Aural Awareness
Rhythmic and melodic dictation and melody play backs.

Student Achievement Testing

An annual testing opportunity provided to Michigan students grades K through 12 and adults studying with an MMTA member teacher. The program is a voluntary project of MMTA.

The program is designed for Piano, String, Voice, and Woodwind instruments. All requirements are published in the various individual instrument Student Achievement Testing Handbooks.

Local Associations

Join MMTA Today!

Michigan Music Teachers Association (MMTA) is a part of Music Teachers National Association (MTNA), membership is required in both organizations. Local Association membership is not required but is highly encouraged.