WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO
Because music plays a vital role in the human experience, we members of Edmonds Music Teachers Association provide expert instruction to students of all ages and skill levels. We share our passion for making music by creating festivals and special musical events that motivate and inspire students and spread music throughout our community. We proudly offer our members a welcoming and inclusive environment in which professional development is valued, volunteering is lauded, collaborative decision making is the norm, and networking opportunities abound.
EMTA is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization, led by a board of directors comprised of members of the organization. It is the local chapter affiliated with Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) and the Washington State Music Teachers Association (WSMTA), primarily serving North King and South Snohomish Counties in Washington State.
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Important upcoming dates:
17-18 October 2026: EMTA Music Era Festival (Modern Era)
17 October 2026: Community Recital Registration Deadline
31 October 2026: ETMA Halloween Community Recital
1 November 2026: EMTA Jazz, Rags, and Blues Concert Pre-Sale Ticket Deadline
13 November 2026: EMTA Jazz, Rags, and Blues Concert
14 November 2026: EMTA Jazz, Rags, and Blues Festival
19 November 2026: EMTA Adult Piano Social
2026 EMTA Music Era Festival results are now available.
17 October 2026: Community Recital Registration Deadline
31 October 2026: Community Recital
The October Community Recital is a chance for students of EMTA teachers to perform in a non-competitive environment. The theme this year will be “Halloween”. Students may dress up in costumes. There will be a limit of 3 students allowed per studio. There will be a $10.00 fee per student for the community recital. EMTA member, Jennie Holland is the coordinator for this event.
EMTA Community Recital Information Page
2026 EMTA Community Recital Registration
DATE AND TIME: October 17, 2026 at 2:00PM – 3:00PM
LOCATION: Edmonds Unitarian Universalist Congregation – 8109 224 Street S.W., Edmonds, WASHINGTON, 98133
13 October 2026: Jazz, Rags, and Blues Festival and Workshop Registration Deadline
1 November 2026: EMTA Jazz, Rags, and Blues Concert Pre-Sale Ticket Deadline
13 November 2026: Jazz, Rags, and Blues Festival Concert
14 November 2026: Jazz, Rags, and Blues Festival and Workshop
The purpose of this festival is to encourage the exploration of Jazz, Rags, and Blues. The festival will take place in a masterclass setting in which each performer will perform and receive feedback by the adjudicator. Each student will receive a brief written evaluation and achievement certificate. The festival also features a workshop to teach improvisation and jazz techniques. This festival also includes a concert by our adjudicator’s jazz trio.
EMTA Jazz, Rags, and Blues Festival and Concert Information Page
EMTA Jazz, Rags, and Blues Festival Concert Tickets
13 October 2026 – EMTA General Meeting
Curtain Raiser: Mary Rose Walker-Lieberman
Special Guest: Jennifer Hammill
Topic: Developing Tactile Senses to Improve Sightreading and Using Storytelling to Teach Note Reading
EMTA General Meeting Information Page
DONATE TO EMTA
We would love to help your lightly used music books find a new home. Please contact the webmaster for more information about making a used music book donation.
If you would like to support our non-profit association of dedicated music teachers and their students, you can donate directly to EMTA using this form: EMTA Donation Form
