What's New . . .
NOTE: The April General meeting will be at the Rolling Meadows library. The first mailing of the April Newsletter listed an incorrect location.
April Program Change:
Dr. Koeun Grace Lee with present "Navigating Hypermobility: Assisting Young Pianists with Double-Jointed Fingers"
Presentation Description
Identifying and monitoring hypermobility (also known as double-jointedness) early on is crucial for effectively addressing its implications in piano practice and performance. For example, maintaining a rounded hand shape and curved fingers can be challenging, or even impossible, for students with hypermobility. This presentation explores the intricacies of being 'double-jointed' and offers practice tips through selected exercises and repertoire.
April Program Change:
Dr. Koeun Grace Lee with present "Navigating Hypermobility: Assisting Young Pianists with Double-Jointed Fingers"
Presentation Description
Identifying and monitoring hypermobility (also known as double-jointedness) early on is crucial for effectively addressing its implications in piano practice and performance. For example, maintaining a rounded hand shape and curved fingers can be challenging, or even impossible, for students with hypermobility. This presentation explores the intricacies of being 'double-jointed' and offers practice tips through selected exercises and repertoire.
Services
Welcome to the Northwest Suburban Music Teachers Association
NWSMTA is an organization of independent music teachers from the Northwest Chicago suburbs. The purpose of this association is to further the art of music and music education. Members of NWSMTA have access to programs that support and encourage teaching and provide performance opportunities for students and teachers alike.
We are a local affiliate of the Illinois State Music Teachers Association (ISMTA) and the Music Teachers National Association (MTNA). Membership benefits include:
If you are a teacher, we invite you to visit one of our monthly meetings. Click here for meeting times and directions. If you are a parent or student looking for a teacher, please take advantage of our Find a Teacher page to find a qualified teacher in your area.
We are a local affiliate of the Illinois State Music Teachers Association (ISMTA) and the Music Teachers National Association (MTNA). Membership benefits include:
- Monthly programs presented by experts in the field of music education and related areas
- Performance festivals and adjudicated events for students
- Local, state, and national conferences and workshops
- A subscription to the award winning magazine, American Music Teacher
- National certification through MTNA
- Networking opportunities with other teachers
If you are a teacher, we invite you to visit one of our monthly meetings. Click here for meeting times and directions. If you are a parent or student looking for a teacher, please take advantage of our Find a Teacher page to find a qualified teacher in your area.
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