NON-COMPETITIVE EVENTS

RULES FOR NON-COMPETITIVE EVENTS

(Student Day Program, Student Recitals, Fundraising Gala, Master Classes)


*Requirements for each event are listed after the general rules*

*See application forms for each event in Calendar of Events*

 

General Rules:

1. To be eligible to submit students, a teacher must have paid current membership dues on or before July 1 of the current fiscal year. The only exception to this deadline will be granted to a teacher joining for the very first time. This one-time exception will allow the teacher to pay all dues on or before January 1st of the audition year. In accordance with MMTA bylaws, an Active teacher must also attend at least two meetings or events in order to enter students in our events. Starting in January 2023, MMTA teachers will be able to attend the 2 required events in an extended period from January to December of the year prior to entering students. It is the member’s responsibility to sign up the attendance form when attending an event. As an alternative to meet this requirement, MMTA teachers may enroll a minimum of 2 students in the Fundraising Gala, Spring Recital and/or Fall Recital. Each Recital counts towards 1 attendance requirement. Apart from the MMTA events held throughout the year, attending the District 6 Enrichment Day (usually held in the fall) may also count toward the 2-meeting minimum requirement.

2. Any teacher who has students participating in any event of MMTA or MMTF will be required to accept a help assignment from the chairman of that event. The assignment may require the teacher’s presence on audition day or performance day.

3. Students must have completed at least 6 months of study with the teacher who submits the application. Students who have graduated from high school or taken the GED are not eligible except for voice students, where the age limit is 20.

4. All repertoire must be in its original form. Absolutely no arrangements or “pop tunes” will be accepted (except for MMTF Ensemble competition). Any entrant whose program or application does not meet the requirements will be notified within 5 days of receipt of the applications and given an opportunity to make the necessary changes.

5. Applications must be sent according to the instructions for each event. You may find the application form and instructions in the newsletter Tones and Overtones (in the edition prior to each event) and on MMTA’s website. Applications without the registration fee won’t be accepted. Some events will require a Video together with the application form.

6. Registration Fees: Checks must be payable to MIAMI MUSIC TEACHERS FOUNDATION (or MMTF) Please mail check to MMTF current treasurer (please see executive board page for information on current treasurer)
Zelle payments (for some events only, please check rules for each event) 
Zelle contact: miamimtainformation@gmail.com (student name and event date in the Memo). 

*Student Day Event payments only by check made out to FSMTA District VI

7. Tickets to attend each public event will be sold at the door. All funds will go towards our Scholarship funds. $10.00 per ticket. Performers do not need a ticket. Children under 12 years old do not need a ticket.
Checks must be payable to MIAMI MUSIC TEACHERS FOUNDATION (or MMTF) 
Zelle contact: miamimtainformation@gmail.com
Zelle payments will need student name and event date in the Memo

8. Parents are not allowed to contact the Chairperson.

9. Please see below requirements for each event.
For further information contact the Chairperson.

Requirements for each event:

    1. Student Day Program
      (Presented by Florida State Music Teachers Association)
      Please see General Non-Competitive Events Rules to participate in MMTA events.

 

  1. Auditions are held each spring for students of all instruments and for voice. Students are evaluated by three separate tests in the following areas: (1) repertoire, keyboard skills, musicianship, and sight reading; (2) written theory; (3) aural theory. Original  scores are required for all pieces. If an online score is downloaded, and it will be used for the exam, the receipt of payment must be attached to the score.  Rules for preparing students are given in the Student Activity Handbook available on the FSMTA website: https://www.fmta.org/fsmta-non-competitive-events.html

    THEORY Study guide packages for each level can be bought by contacting Ms. Sandra Greenland at: Email: sgreen3623@aol.com
    For online preparation and practice for this exam you can visit: LionTheory.com

    Steps to enroll students:  
    To download all forms needed, please log in the member’s section
    https://www.fmta.org/fsmta-non-competitive-events.html (using the annual password sent to members in September every year)                                 
    • – Student Day Application Form: 1 form per teacher with all students included.
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    • – Each student needs the Interactive Examination Form filled out in his/her name according to their instrument and level. Each instrument has its own Interactive Examination Form (In the form, please mark Achievement if student is taking all exams in the same level, or Progress if student is entering theory and instrument in different levels or not taking all exams. Please make sure to fill in all the repertoire required per level)
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    • -Registration fee: Mail a check along with your application $40 per student. Only 1 check per teacher with the total amount due. Check to: FSMTA District VI Mail to: Marianela Gonzalez (Chairperson) 13309 SW 42 St Miami FL, 33175.
     
                                                                           

  2. Fall Recital & Spring Recital
    Application form in Calendar of Events

    One recital in the Fall and one recital in the Spring will be available every year. Each Active member may submit students. Space is limited. Applications will be processed in the order they are received. Chairperson will notify the teacher if the application is received after maximum capacity of students is reached. There are no age limits or
    divisions for participating students.

    Applications will be submitted electronically. Registration fee is $25 per student. Students will perform 1 piece. Total performance time for each student must be limited to 5 minutes or less. An advanced level student may perform a work which runs slightly longer than 5 minutes.

    Students must arrive at least 10 minutes before the time for the recital. Performing students cannot leave before the recital/event has ended unless the chairperson is given a legitimate excuse (ahead of time) explaining the need to leave. The same guidelines are intended to apply to students’ family and friends, and teachers must assume the responsibility for informing all those who plan to attend.

  3. Master Classes
    Application form in Calendar of Events

    Please submit students who are ready to perform at a high level to meet the expectations of this open-to-the-public event. Students will perform an original work by memory. An original score must be presented to the master class artist. A maximum of 6-8 students will be accepted,
    depending on the length of repertoire submitted. Approximate time limits of pieces are as follows: Beginning level (5 min.) Intermediate level (10 min.) Advanced level (15-18 min.) Participation in the master class will be notified to teachers after preliminary Videos are revised.

    Please submit the following along with your application:
  1. A video recording with a good sound definition of the piece to be performed
  2. Registration fee (non-refundable) of $25


    4. Fundraising Gala
    Application form in Calendar of Events


    MMTA has enjoyed a long tradition of phenomenal fundraising events, from multi piano events, to pianothons, collaborating with the nation’s charities in “Evening of Giving” mall performances, jazz festivals and more. All funds will go towards MMTF Scholarship programs.

    Students will perform an original work by memory. (Piano Duets and other instrumental formats are welcomed!)
    Registration Fee: $25 per student