8:00 a.m.
National Finals: MTNA Young Artist Performance Competitions
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8:00–9:00 a.m.
Exhibitor Showcases
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9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Exhibit Hall
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9:15–9:35 a.m.
Collegiate Chapter Session: Music Therapy Principles in the Piano Lesson
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- Texas A&M University-Commerce Collegiate Chapter
Branded Degenerate: Voices Silenced
- Christopher Creviston; Hannah Creviston, NCTM; Amanda DeMaris
Building Better Habits: Consciously Choosing our Unconscious Behaviors for Successful Practice and Performance
Fear of Missing Out (FOMO): Retention Strategies that Keep Students Coming Long-Term
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Hidden Gems of Underrepresented Composers from Latin America
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If You Like That You’ll Love This!: Piano Repertoire Alternatives for Overplayed Pieces
You Go Girl! New Variations on Diabelli's Waltz by Women from Around the World
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9:55–10:15 a.m.
Collegiate Chapter Session: The "Happy Birthday" Predicament: Teaching Functional Skills to Beginning and Intermediate Pianists
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- Texas Christian University Collegiate Chapter
ERICA: A Framework for Elementary Technique Training
Goal-Setting and Efficient Practice Strategies
How to Play a Mazurka
Music and Story Telling
Priming Gen Z to Save the Arts
Reaching Out: The Pedagogical Works of Emma Lou Diemer
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10:30–10:50 a.m.
Collegiate Chapter Session: A Survival Guide for Small-handed Pianists—An Application of Taubman Technique
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- Florida State University Collegiate Chapter
Performance Practice of Innovative Caribbean Rhythmic Notations in Stylized Compositions of the Haitian Méringue
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Recording 101: The Basics and How It Can Transform Your Teaching Studio
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Underrepresented Teaching Repertoire from Scandinavia: Exploring Wilhelm-Peterson Berger’s Flowers from Frösö Island
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Words Matter: Ching-a-Ring Chaw and Minstrelsy in Aaron Copland’s Old American Songs Arranged for Solo and Choral Performance
You Be the Judge—An Adjudication Workshop
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- Clinton Pratt, NCTM; Siok Lian Tan, NCTM
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11:10–11:30 a.m.
Collegiate Chapter Session: Practical Guidelines for the Modern Realization of Baroque Continuo
- University of Idaho Collegiate Chapter
“A Delicious Musical Buffet:” Tyler Kline’s Orchard
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- Ann Duhamel; Grace Huang; Agnieszka Zick
Making a Case for the Arts: Articulating the Power of Music
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Ready, Set, PLAY! 20 Group Game Ideas in 20 minutes!
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Sing, Listen, Move, Play! Integrating MLT and Eurythmics into Your Piano Lessons
Traditional Melodies through a Contemporary Lens: Exploration of Korean Female Composers’ Solo Piano Works
Worship Service Improvisational Skills for Classical Pianists
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11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Poster Sessions
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11:45 a.m.–12:05 p.m.
Collegiate Chapter Session: Know Your Self-Worth: Using Key Economic Indicators to Determine Your Financial Value
- University of Southern California Collegiate Chapter
Color My Music! Bring Tonal Color to Repertoire Through a Variety of Touches
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Musical Star or Supernova? Preventing Burnout of 21st-century Professionals
The Power of the Visual in Teaching, Learning and Performing
The Socially Engaged Studio: Changing Lives Through Music
Techniques for Teaching Contemporary Music
Under-Represented Latin American Repertoire: The Piano Music of Luis Abraham Delgadillo
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12:20–12:40 p.m.
Collegiate Chapter Session: Nature and Nurture: Is Talent Born or Made?
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Incorporating Improvisation into Classical Piano Lessons
The Mighty Five. Developing Fingering Strategies for Effective Practice.
Shape the Studio Culture of Your Dreams through Your Studio Policy
Spice Up Your Studio Recital with Works by Latin American Composers
Standing Out From the Crowd: Practical Tips for Success in Every Phase in Obtaining an Academic Teaching Position
Study of Aural Heritage: Transforming from Student to Artist
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1:00–2:00 p.m.
Exhibitor Showcases
MTNA State Presidents Advisory Council Meeting
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2:15–3:15 p.m.
Discover Hidden Abilities: How You Can Use Everyday Psychology to Unleash Students’ Potential to the Max
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- Diana Dumlavwalla, NCTM; Ka Man “Melody” Ng
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Open Meeting
Let’s Talk About Bruno: How the Pros Teach Popular Music
Responding to the PERSON Who Walks into Our Studio and Addressing Both the Musical and the Emotional Challenges that Accompany Them
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- Gail Berenson, NCTM; Linda Cockey, NCTM
Setting the Foundation: Strategies for Addressing the Unique Needs of Adolescent Beginners
- Omar Roy; Todd Van Kekerix, NCTM
Two Clicks Away: Piano Music of Our Time
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3:30–4:30 p.m.
Diversifying Piano Repertoire with Anime Music
The Gig-Ready Pianist: Teaching Keyboard Skills to Pre-College and College Pianists
Modern Marketing for the Independent Music Teacher–Encouragement, Strategy and Outlook for What Comes Next
Reaching Diverse Learners Through Differentiated Instruction in a Group Piano Class
Stoking the Flames: Teaching Tips to Ensure Emotional Engagement
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When Rewards and Punishments Fail: Connection and Engagement Strategies
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Xinjiang Piano Music of China for Intermediate and Advanced Students
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3:30–5:00 p.m.
Winners Concert: National Winners of the MTNA Senior Performance and Composition Competitions Winners
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5:00–6:00 p.m.
Announcement of Young Artist Performance Competitions Winners
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6:00 p.m.
Conference Gala
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