Music teaching is both an art and a craft, and there is a large scope of differences in today’s music teachers. Some have earned a university degree in their instrument and/or music education, and some have learned more in the school of life. Some are just starting out, and others have honed their skills through decades of working with students.
Choosing a teacher can be daunting – we want to both trust and be inspired by our teachers, and we also want them to be a master at teaching. We want to progress steadily in our music studies in an intentional manner, and make the most of our investment of time, energy and money. And, then there is that “it” factor – finding a teacher who “clicks” with your child – which means that the best teacher for you may not be the best teacher for others.
Finding the right music teacher for your child (or for you!) can mean the difference between your child wanting to quit after a month and them having music for a lifetime – perhaps even going on to be a professional. It is important to remember that you not only want a trustworthy teacher who knows their instrument at a masterful level, but also a teacher who knows how to teach.
So where do you find such a teacher?
The MTNA difference: Teachers who choose membership in Music Teachers National Association (MTNA), the Connecticut State Music Teachers Association (CSMTA), and the Hartford Chapter of the CSMTA have taken their profession up a notch. You can trust that a teacher who is a member of these organizations takes their profession seriously, stays up on the trends in teaching, takes part in professional development, and encourages their students to stay engaged and involved in recitals, competitions, and festivals in their county, and around the state and even the country.
The Music Teachers National Association website has a handy search engine to find a music teacher in your local area. Click the button below to go to the “Find a Teacher” site!
Hartford Chapter CSMTA 