The second year of the Excellence in Music Awards Program is scheduled for May 17, 2025. Here are some key reminders to help your students prepare:
Talk with your 7th-12th grade students now
It’s an ideal time to discuss the event and its requirements with your students.
EMTA Event Requirements:
- Students must participate in the Music Artistry Program.
- Students must also participate in a second EMTA event. (See the EMTA website for available options.)
Awards Program Performance Music:
- Memorized pieces must represent three different time periods.
- Compositions must reflect three distinct styles.
EMTA Volunteerism:
- Students are required to volunteer for the Musicianship Festival.
New Eligibility Rule for 2025
- Students who received 20% or less of the award money in the previous year are eligible to compete in the same age group the following year. Teachers, please refer to the updated award amounts below:
2024 Awards Breakdown
| Category | 2024 Total Amount | 20% |
| 7/8th grade | $300 (100 max) | $60 |
| 9/10th grade | $700 (250 max) | $140 |
| 11th/12th grade | $2,000 (800 max) | $400 |
2025 Awards Breakdown
| Category | 2025 Total Amount | 20% |
| 7/8th grade | $500 (max 150) | $100 |
| 9/10th grade | $1,000 (max 300) | $200 |
| 11th/12th grade | $3,000 (max 1200) | $600 |
Teacher Participation Requirements & limitations
- Teachers with participating students must be available to serve as judges on the day of the event, unless there is a significant life event (e.g., a wedding or graduation). Additionally, all teachers are required to volunteer for the Awards Program and the Musicianship Festival.
- Each teacher may enter a maximum of four students, with no more than two per age group.
Important Reminder: Please review all event requirements on the EMTA website, as not all details are listed here.
Join us in celebrating and supporting our students’ EMTA activities and musical achievements!
Angela Michael & Jensina Oliver
Event Chairs
Edmonds Music Teachers Association 