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The Greater Memphis Music Teachers Association

The Greater Memphis Music Teachers Association is a Professional Organization dedicated to the support of professional music teachers. It is an affiliate of the Tennessee Music Teachers Association and Music Teachers National Association.

"Working for a More Musical Tomorrow "

Engage! Sustain! Inspire!

Our Mission: to promote professional fraternity among music teachers, to stimulate professional growth among music teachers, to encourage a greater respect on the part of the public at large for the music teaching profession, and to support the objectives of the Tennessee Music Teachers Association and of the Music Teachers National Association.

Welcome New Pesident Jim Cornfoot

Jim Cornfoot is a highly sought music educator, pianist, vocalist, and conductor passionate about creating community around music. He has collaborated with notable living composers, including Timothy Takach, Rene Orth, and Pulitzer Prize winning composer Jennifer Higdon. He founded Classic Blue Music Academy, a bright spot of creativity that nurtures adventurous musicians through private piano and voice instruction. He serves as the President of the Greater Memphis Music Teacher Association (2025-2027) and the Membership Chair for the Tennessee Music Teacher Association. Jim also serves as bass section leader for St. Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral in downtown Memphis.

In addition to a vibrant musical career, Jim is an avid endurance athlete. He recently completed the Annie Oakley Olympic Triathlon, where he placed first in his age group; earlier this year, he ran the Sylamore 25k Trail Race. He blogs about his love for music and endurance sports at Motor Rhythms on his studio webpage, www.classicbluemusicacademy.com. Jim is managed by the studio house cat, Bela Copland.

Janice Lumpkin Named TMTA President

for 2025 - 2026

Janice Lumpkin, longtime member and former GMMTA President, has been named President of the Tennessee Music Teachers Association. She operates a large private piano studio in DeSoto County, MS with over 29 years teaching experience of students of all ages.

She wa awarded Teacher of the Year for 2015 and has served on the Executive Boards of GMMTA and TMTA since 2009, holding various positions. She received Teacher of the Year from Amro Music Store in 2015, where she also co-directed a technology teaching forum for music teachers. She is a member of the National Guild and has adjudicated at local festivals and competitions for over 10 years. Many of her students participate in local festivals and auditions each year, earning superior ratings. She has been a church pianist for over 40 years.

She regularly attends business and teaching workshops and conferences to further her continued education and stay current with music trends.

The Greater Memphis Music Teachers Association is committed to ensuring that each member of the community works or studies in an environment free from any form of unlawful discrimination or harassment that is based on race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any legally protected class or basis (each a “protected class”). The Greater Memphis Music Teachers Association is committed to compliance with all applicable laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and harassment in education.

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