Membership & Benefits
How can you join?
All MLMTA members are required to join the Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) as well as the Pennsylvania Music Teachers Association (PMTA). Local membership has many benefits which also include those acquired through the national and state levels (see websites at links). Annual dues may vary by state and type of membership.
All levels of membership [state and local] are paid along with National level dues.
2025-2026 Dues:
Active Collegiate
MTNA: $104 $19
PMTA: $50 $0
MLMTA: $30 $2
To apply for membership and/or obtain more detailed information, please click here to join online.
If you would like to speak directly with MLMTA's local representative, please contact Jean Kountz.
A Network of Professional Colleagues and frequent interaction with fellow teachers
Monthly Group Meetings include stimulating monthly programs (September through May) featuring noted pedagogues and performers.
Career and Development
Student Activities and access to a variety of performance opportunities and recognition opportunities:
Benefits
Professional Standards
Teacher Performance Opportunities
Who can join? Active membership is open to all persons professionally engaged in any field of musical activities.
Affiliations
All MLMTA members are required to join the Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) as well as the Pennsylvania Music Teachers Association (PMTA). Local membership has many benefits which also include those acquired through the national and state levels (see websites at links). Annual dues may vary by state and type of membership.
All levels of membership [state and local] are paid along with National level dues.
2025-2026 Dues:
Active Collegiate
MTNA: $104 $19
PMTA: $50 $0
MLMTA: $30 $2
To apply for membership and/or obtain more detailed information, please click here to join online.
If you would like to speak directly with MLMTA's local representative, please contact Jean Kountz.
A Network of Professional Colleagues and frequent interaction with fellow teachers
Monthly Group Meetings include stimulating monthly programs (September through May) featuring noted pedagogues and performers.
Career and Development
- Workshops
- Masterclasses
- Training
- Collegiate Student Partnership
- PMTA Early-Career Fellowship
Student Activities and access to a variety of performance opportunities and recognition opportunities:
- Recitals
- Festivals
- Auditions
- Masterclasses
- Music Theory Examinations
Benefits
- Publications
- State and National Conferences
- Arts Advocacy
- Member Discounts
Professional Standards
Teacher Performance Opportunities
- Teachers’ Recital in May
- Prime Time Players
Who can join? Active membership is open to all persons professionally engaged in any field of musical activities.
Affiliations