Treasure Valley MTA
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Officers & Committee Chairs
| President | Julie Draney | jjdra@yahoo.com |
| Secretary/Newsletter | Tonya Robertson | tonya_robertson@ymail.com |
| Treasurer | Kristie Rue, NCTM | kristierue@msn.com |
| Program Director/VP | Kay So | |
| Sonatina Festival | David Tacher | tscarlatti@aol.com |
| 2009 Sonatina Selection | Reed & Ann Burkholder | rburk@spro.net |
| Certificate of Merit | Lyle Samuel | lsamstudio@juno.com |
| Geri Harrison, NCTM | pianogerri@yahoo.com | |
| Jill Wright, NCTM | swimjmw@msn.com |
Documents
Constitution and Bylaws (Word)
Certificate Of Merit Program
The Music Teachers' Association of California sponsors a study program entitled Certificate of Merit. Initiated in 1933, this prestigious program provides study guides and performance opportunities for students. In 1997, the Treasure Valley MTA started working with MTAC to sponsor this program in Idaho. Our first Certificate of Merit event took place in April 1998.
The goals of the program are:
- To provide a systematic and comprehensive plan to develop performance skill, technique, ear training, sight reading, and understanding of music theory;
- To develop practical goals to help students maintain a steady and focused approach to their musical studies.
- To encourage students to strive for musical excellence
- To create opportunities in which students may share their music with others.
Students enrollect in Certificate of Merit participate in an annual evaluation. Experienced evaluators hear students perform selected literature, technique elements, and sight reading. Each student will receive a written comprehensive assessment of progress. Students will also complete a written theory exam that includes an ear training component. Each student will receive a certificate for successfully completing all phases of the examination.
Students can earn up to four points per year for successful completion of the different phases. When they have achieved 12 points, they will be awarded a trophy. Students who demonstrate exceptional skill may be selected to perform at our Branch Honors Recital. The fees for participation range from $23 to $35, depending on level of enrollment.
Download 2007 Registration Sheet, Information, and Evaluation Guidelines