The Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) is a national music teacher organization that offers exciting opportunities for musicians like you! From concerts and competitions to conferences and networking events, MTNA provides a platform for musicians to connect, share ideas, and inspire one another.

California Association of Professional Music Teachers (CAPMT) is the California affiliate/state branch of MTNA. 

Every year, MTNA is run by active members and also college-age student groups called “collegiate chapters.” There are many MTNA collegiate chapters throughout the United States, including Indiana University, CSU Long Beach, San Diego State University, University of Southern California, Fresno City College, University of Michigan, UT Austin, and many more.

Here at RCC, our collegiate chapter provides a supportive community of musicians and hosts events that serve the interests of our student population. 

The Young Professional Leadership Network (YPLN) is a CAPMT initiative dedicated to supporting new and emerging California music teachers in the early stages of their careers. By creating a statewide network of musicians, the YPLN seeks to increase opportunities in leadership and professional development, equipping early-career teachers to become successful music leaders and advocates for arts education in their communities.

Young Professionals on Stage is the YPLN performance series created for music teachers (new and experienced) seeking to perform, network, and inspire. These events take place at local colleges and universities throughout California.

Interested in performing in our next Young Professionals on Stage concert? Sign Up Here!

1. Fill out the MTNA RCC Interest Form here.

2. Visit the MTNA website here to sign up for a Collegiate Membership. (Make sure you select "Collegiate Membership")

3. Visit the California affiliate CAPMT website here and log in. It may take a few days for your MTNA membership to process and transfer over to CAPMT. For any questions, email Dr. Evelyn Lee at evelyn.lee@rcc.edu

4. Let Dr. Evelyn Lee know that your membership processed.

A college student can be an MTNA + CAPMT member for just $36.50 (MTNA $I0 + CAPMT $17.50).

The MTNA RCC Collegiate Chapter due is $10 for the entire academic year. 

Grand total = $36.50 + $10 = $46.50 per year.

Our MTNA RCC Collegiate Chapter holds elections for vacant positions in the beginning of every fall semester. 

The California state conference takes place every year in October, and the location usually alternates between Northern and Southern California every year.

Always plan months in advance if you wish to apply for a competition. They may require video submissions. For specific deadline information, please visit here.

General Deadlines:

MTNA Solo Competition: September of every year
MTNA Chamber Music Competition: December of every year
CAPMT Contemporary Competition: December of every year
CAPMT Honors Competition: December of every year
CAPMT Concerto Competition: December of every year