CALL FOR PROPOSALS

 

 

CALL FOR PROPOSALS

 

 

Deadline 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time, July 11, 2025

2026 National Group Piano and Piano Pedagogy Forum (GP3)

University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, Cincinnati, Ohio

Friday–Saturday, August 7–8, 2026

We invite you to participate in the 2026 National Group Piano and Piano Pedagogy Forum. We are seeking proposals for sessions that help us embrace change and grow together into the future. Proposals will be accepted for the following:

  • Performances
  • Lightning talks
  • Poster presentations

Details regarding submission requirements for each format are below. The first author listed on the proposal will be notified of the committee’s proposal decision by September 2025. Presenters must register for the GP3 2026 Forum. Travel expenses, room, board and registration fees are the responsibility of the presenters. Any cancellations of invited proposals within three months of the event will result in the presenter not being considered for GP3 2028. Proposals commercial in nature will not be accepted. Multiple proposals may be submitted, but only one proposal per presenter will be accepted.
We look forward to seeing you all in Cincinnati! Use the links below to submit your proposals.


Questions?

  1. Performances:
    2.

    The conference will include a recital featuring performances of teaching repertoire. Performers are encouraged to highlight personal research interests by including teaching literature of underrepresented composers, groups, cultures, and styles. Regarding the selections:

    • Selections must be five minutes or less in length. Verbal introductions will not be included in the concert.
    • Solos, duets or ensembles for one piano are welcome.

    Your submission must include the following:

    • A 75-word repertoire description. This will be distributed to attendees.
    • Repertoire information (composer’s name, movement numbers, tempo markings of the movements and exact timings).
    • A link to a YouTube video of you performing your proposed selection.
    • A 35-word bio for each presenter.
    • A recent headshot for each presenter. The photo(s) will be uploaded as individual files and each file title should contain the name of the presenter (for example: Smith_John.jpg or other image files).
    • Contact information: name, institutional affiliation (if appropriate), email, telephone for each presenter.

    Submit Performance Proposal



  2. Lightning Talks:
    3.

    We are accepting proposals for five-minute presentations (strictly enforced). Presentation slides (PowerPoint, Keynote, etc.) are encouraged. Your submission must include the following:

    • A 250-word abstract or session description with all identifiers removed.
    • Session title
    • 35-word session description.
    • A 35-word bio for each presenter.
    • A recent color headshot for each presenter. The photo(s) will be uploaded as individual files and each file title should contain the name of the presenter (for example: Smith_John.jpg or other image files).
    • Contact information: name, institutional affiliation (if appropriate), email, telephone for each presenter.

    Submit Lightning Talk Proposal



  3. Poster Presentations:
    4.

    We are looking for dynamic poster presentations featuring research or practical teaching applications in both traditional print (poster) and digital (computer-aided) formats. Your submission must include the following:

    • A 250-word abstract or poster description with all identifiers removed.
    • A preliminary graphic of the poster, or a description of how you plan to present the digital “poster” with all identifiers removed.
    • A 35-word bio for each presenter.
    • A recent color headshot for each presenter. The photo(s) will be uploaded as individual files and each file title should contain the name of the presenter (for example: Smith_John.jpg or other image files).
    • Contact information: name, institutional affiliation (if appropriate), email, telephone for each presenter.

    For selected poster presenters:

    • You will present your poster on each of the two days of the Forum.
    • Tables and easels will be provided—presenters must furnish your own poster board and computers.
    • A card with your name and email should be made available for viewers if they have further questions.
    • All print posters shall be no larger than 30" x 40" and should include all pertinent information in a manner that is visible from 3–4 feet away. Research posters should also include title, author(s) and abstract (where needed).
    • You must furnish your own audiovisual equipment and headphones.
    • Digital presentations should include title, author(s) and abstract (where needed).
    • Your poster or digital presentation must be made available to MTNA for inclusion on their website and the MTNA e-Journal if requested.

    Submit Poster Session Proposal