CALL FOR PRESENTATION PROPOSALS
for 2025-2026
for 2025-2026
MLMTA is accepting program proposals for the 2025-2026 season. Programs are presented during MLMTA meetings on the second Tuesday mornings of each month at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 10 W. Pleasant Grove Road, West Chester, PA. Applicants may submit two types of proposals: "Featured 90-Minute Presentation" and "Five Minutes For An Idea." Applicants may submit more than one proposal.
FEATURED PRESENTATION
- Presenters may be members or non-members of MLMTA.
- Presentations are expected to address topics relevant to independent and studio teachers. Representative topics may include pedagogy, business practices, music theory, aural skills, composition, repertoire, technology, performance practices, wellness, and social-emotional learning.
- A total duration of 90 minutes is allotted for the presentation and question-and-answer period.
- Presenters are expected to provide a handout that summarizes key points and sources addressed in the program.
FIVE MINUTES FOR AN IDEA
- Presenters must be members of MLMTA.
- The purpose of these segments is to provide a brief summary of practices, experiences, or materials that address practical matters of studio teaching or studio maintenance. Past topics have included repertoire lists, lists and summaries of teaching materials, technology demonstrations, and explanations of specific teaching procedures.
- Presentations must not exceed a time limit of 8 minutes, including questions and answers.
- Content must have a narrow focus that can be addressed within the time limit.
- Presenters are encouraged to provide a brief handout to attendees, though not required.
Please submit proposals by APRIL 30, 2025 - see links below. Applicants may indicate their choice of dates, which are listed on the online application forms. Presenters will be informed of their application status by June 30.
To submit a proposal, please click appropriate link below:
To submit a proposal, please click appropriate link below: