The Harford County Piano Teachers Association is a non-profit organization of local piano teachers. The association was founded in 1979 after a proposal by the late Margarite McComas. The purpose of the association is the promotion of excellence in piano instruction and in music standards in Harford County, MD. HCPTA is funded by membership fees and by a grant from the Harford County Cultural Arts Board.
*Activities & Benefits for Members
Workshops on teaching pedagogy, repertoire, and studio management
General meetings with emphasis on technicals and teaching related ideas
Newsletters
Performance opportunities for students
Discount on music at Music Land and Music & Arts Center with membership card
Student and teacher referral outlet
*Opportunities and Benefits for Students of Members
Three student piano recitals throughout the year which are typically held on Sunday afternoons at 3:00pm at Bel Forest Baptist Church, 603 Vale Road, Bel Air, MD.
Master classes: Students playing in an intermediate level or above are impartially selected to play for a Master Teacher. Students and teachers observe and derive insights in the exciting exchange.
The piano festival: This is a 20 year tradition with HCPTA typically held in April at Harford Community College. Students of all levels play two memorized pieces in an age related group before an adjudicator. Competitive or non-competitive groups may be selected.
Scholarships for students who plan to pursue a music degree in college.
*Membership Registration and Dues
The annual membership is $30.00 with a $5.00 initation fee for new members.
Any teacher of piano or any person interested in promoting the objectives of this association is elgible for membership.
For membership information and/or application form, call Andrea Sagripanti at #410-838-5207