MTNA Student Competitions
The MTNA National Student Competitions are the most successful and prestigious student competitions in the country. Each year, thousands of students compete for top prizes and national recognition. The purpose of the Music Teachers National Association Performance competitions is to provide educational experiences for students and teachers and to recognize exceptionally talented young artists and their teachers in their pursuit of musical excellence.
The three-tiered competitions begin at the state round. First-place winners of each state's competition advance to a division competition. Division winners compete in the national finals at the annual MTNA National Conference. The state competitions are considered the primary educational level with the division and national levels showcasing outstanding performance and honoring significant pedagogical achievement.
Competitions include Composition, Brass, Piano, String, Voice, Woodwind and Chamber Music.
MTNA–Stecher and Horowitz Two Piano Competition
In Fall 2017, MTNA launched the MTNA-Stecher and Horowitz Two Piano Competition for pianists ages 19–29. The MTNA–Stecher and Horowitz Two Piano Competition differs from the MTNA student performance competitions because it consists of only two rounds: a Preliminary Round, by video submission only; and a Final Round, which takes place live at the MTNA National Conference.
2018–2019 MTNA active membership dues must be paid prior to completing the application to avoid being assessed the $150 non-member fee.
The deadline for entries is 3:00 P.M. Eastern Time, Wednesday, September 12, 2018.
Due to the anticipated volume of last-minute submissions, MTNA advises you to submit your registration early. Technical support and staff assistance will be available when submitters need it. If you begin your submission very close to the deadline, you are choosing to take a risk, and MTNA will not make an exception if you don't complete your submission in time. The form automatically closes at 3:00 P.M. Eastern Time whether you have completed your submission.
Teachers are responsible for verifying all repertoire on the applications of their students.
The following should be available prior to completing the application:
For more information about the MTNA Competitions, go to https://www.mtna.org/MTNA/Engage/Competitions/Competitions.aspx
The three-tiered competitions begin at the state round. First-place winners of each state's competition advance to a division competition. Division winners compete in the national finals at the annual MTNA National Conference. The state competitions are considered the primary educational level with the division and national levels showcasing outstanding performance and honoring significant pedagogical achievement.
Competitions include Composition, Brass, Piano, String, Voice, Woodwind and Chamber Music.
MTNA–Stecher and Horowitz Two Piano Competition
In Fall 2017, MTNA launched the MTNA-Stecher and Horowitz Two Piano Competition for pianists ages 19–29. The MTNA–Stecher and Horowitz Two Piano Competition differs from the MTNA student performance competitions because it consists of only two rounds: a Preliminary Round, by video submission only; and a Final Round, which takes place live at the MTNA National Conference.
- NEW THIS YEAR: Division competitions will be an ONLINE-ONLY VIDEO round.
- NEW THIS YEAR: Accompanist fee for national finals will be $115 for junior string and woodwind entrants.
- NEW THIS YEAR: Accompanist fees for national finals will be $100 for senior voice entrants.
2018–2019 MTNA active membership dues must be paid prior to completing the application to avoid being assessed the $150 non-member fee.
The deadline for entries is 3:00 P.M. Eastern Time, Wednesday, September 12, 2018.
Due to the anticipated volume of last-minute submissions, MTNA advises you to submit your registration early. Technical support and staff assistance will be available when submitters need it. If you begin your submission very close to the deadline, you are choosing to take a risk, and MTNA will not make an exception if you don't complete your submission in time. The form automatically closes at 3:00 P.M. Eastern Time whether you have completed your submission.
Teachers are responsible for verifying all repertoire on the applications of their students.
The following should be available prior to completing the application:
- PERFORMANCE: Complete repertoire information (title, movement numbers, opus or catalog numbers, tempo markings, complete composer names, historical period and timings).
- COMPOSITION: computer-generated PDF score and MIDI file.
- Valid credit card number and security code (American Express, MasterCard and Visa).
For more information about the MTNA Competitions, go to https://www.mtna.org/MTNA/Engage/Competitions/Competitions.aspx
FSMTA Student Competitions & Awards
Dear FSMTA Colleagues,
We are excited to announce that the 2018 Florida MTNA Competitions are scheduled to be held over the weekend of Saturday and Sunday, October 27-28, 2018 at the University of Central Florida in Orlando. The Florida MTNA Competitions consist of several different Pre-College and College competitions which bring together gifted students from the entire state of Florida. The various competitions are held in the following categories: piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, voice, composition, and chamber music. These competitions are open to all students between the ages of 11 to 26 who either live or attend school in the state of Florida in the following categories:
Please note one big change this year: winners at the Florida State level will be invited to compete in the Southern Division Competition, which will take place as an online video round (new in 2018/2019). Winners at the Division level will then advance to the National Competition, which will take place in March 16-20, 2019 in Spokane, Washington as part of the MTNA National Conference.
Registration can be completed online and will be available mid-August through September 12, 2018 at 3:00 PM EST. For more information on the competitions, repertoire requirements, or registration information, please visit www.mtna.org/MTNA/engage/competitions. It’s never too early to start planning, so we hope you will investigate this wonderful and enriching opportunity for both you and your students. I am attaching a poster which you are welcome to distribute among your studios or to other interested teachers.
Respectfully,
Lydia Blakemore, VP - MTNA Competitive Events
Dear FSMTA Colleagues,
We are excited to announce that the 2018 Florida MTNA Competitions are scheduled to be held over the weekend of Saturday and Sunday, October 27-28, 2018 at the University of Central Florida in Orlando. The Florida MTNA Competitions consist of several different Pre-College and College competitions which bring together gifted students from the entire state of Florida. The various competitions are held in the following categories: piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, voice, composition, and chamber music. These competitions are open to all students between the ages of 11 to 26 who either live or attend school in the state of Florida in the following categories:
- Junior: Ages 11-14
- Senior: Ages 15-18
- Young Artist: Ages 19-26
Please note one big change this year: winners at the Florida State level will be invited to compete in the Southern Division Competition, which will take place as an online video round (new in 2018/2019). Winners at the Division level will then advance to the National Competition, which will take place in March 16-20, 2019 in Spokane, Washington as part of the MTNA National Conference.
Registration can be completed online and will be available mid-August through September 12, 2018 at 3:00 PM EST. For more information on the competitions, repertoire requirements, or registration information, please visit www.mtna.org/MTNA/engage/competitions. It’s never too early to start planning, so we hope you will investigate this wonderful and enriching opportunity for both you and your students. I am attaching a poster which you are welcome to distribute among your studios or to other interested teachers.
Respectfully,
Lydia Blakemore, VP - MTNA Competitive Events
