North Carolina Music Teachers Association
Welcome!
We are NCMTA, the North Carolina Music Teachers Association, affiliate of the Music Teachers National Association and MTNA State Affiliate of the Year for 2020! We are a non-profit organization founded in 1959. Today we consist of close to 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.
Recent newsworthy items, current opportunities
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Earning Certification Now!
Each year, we recognize and honor our colleagues who have earned national certification with MTNA. Will this be your year?
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Teacher of the Year Award Nominations Open!
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.
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NCMTA STUDENT EVENTS: Young Composers’ Contest Open!
NCMTA Performance Festival is held annually between February and May in two phases – District and State. Piano, voice, concert instruments.
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Call for IMTF Scholarship Applications Open!
The Call for Conference Proposals opens each spring. It is your chance to bring valuable knowledge to colleagues at the annual conference
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Call for 2023 Conference Proposals Open!
The Call for Conference Proposals opens each spring. It is your chance to bring valuable knowledge to colleagues at the annual conference.
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Monthly Coffee and Conversation with Colleagues!
Music Teachers – Join us on Zoom, 2nd Tuesday of each month 8:45 am. Expect coffee and conversation. Experience professional growth.
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