North Carolina Music Teachers Association
Welcome!
We are NCMTA, the North Carolina Music Teachers Association, affiliate of the Music Teachers National Association. We are a non-profit organization founded in 1959. Today we consist of approximately 500 music teachers throughout the state.
Mission and Vision
The mission of NCMTA is the advancement of musical knowledge and education through discussion, investigation, performance, publication, and the promotion of the general welfare of music teachers in the state of North Carolina. The vision for our activities is aimed both at the promotion of the art of music and of the advancement of musical knowledge by disseminating the knowledge of educational activities and by promoting the appreciation of music throughout the state.
Our Website is Your Primary Resource
We welcome you to explore this website. Please take advantage of the many opportunities we have provided for you to connect with colleagues. We are here to support you in your professional journey. We hope you’ll join us.
Newsworthy items, current opportunities
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ANNUAL STUDENT PERFORMANCE FESTIVALS
NCMTA Performance Festival is held annually between February and May in two phases – District and State. Piano, voice, concert instruments.
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Certification Earned – Congratulations!
Each year, we recognize and honor our colleagues who have earned national certification with MTNA. Will this be your year?
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VLMTA Scale Olympiad returns each fall!
The Virtual Local Music Teachers Association, a state-wide affiliate of NCMTA, offers this online scale event annually.
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SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
We are proud and grateful for these recognitions of NCMTA itself, our North Carolina colleagues, and their students.
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NCMTA Conference takes place annually in October!
Attend the NCMTA annual conference! Professional development, networking and more. Every year in October. Looking forward to seeing you next year!
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Teacher of the Year
The NCMTA Teacher of the Year Award program was established in 2008. This award recognizes a teacher who makes a significant difference in the lives of students, contributes to the advancement of music in a community, and is an outstanding example of a music educator.
