The Music Teachers’ Association of NSW exists to look after our members. We hope that all instrumental and vocal teachers will join us and become a part of our community!
Membership
Membership is available in four levels:
- Accredited Membership, for teachers who hold an approved level of qualifications or experience
- Membership, for teachers who have not yet met the criteria for accreditation
- Student Membership, for teachers who are studying music full-time
- Friend Membership, for retired teachers and members of the public
More about Membership, including how to join
Accreditation
The Music Teachers' Association of NSW is the accrediting body for instrumental and vocal teachers.
Accreditation is the attainment of an acceptable level of music teaching skills. An Accredited private music teacher is considered to be able to teach effectively and competently. Although Accreditation is not a condition of membership of the Music Teachers' Association of NSW, it is hoped that all teachers would wish to become Accredited Members of the MTA.
Professional Development
The Music Teachers' Association of NSW encourages its members to take part in ongoing professional development, to enhance their skills and keep up with the latest research into musical pedagogy.
We offer various types of professional development, including face-to-face and live-streamed workshops, online sessions, and conferences.
More about Professional Development
Teaching fees
The Music Teachers' Association of NSW sets out minimum rates for accredited music teachers in private studios. A variety of factors affect teaching rates, including employment status, years of experience, and whether the teacher travels to the student. Rates may be adjusted accordingly.
More about Recommended Teaching Fees
Resources
We aim to provide many resources for our members. These include:
- Child Safe Standards
- Relevant professional information in our quarterly magazine, Music Teacher Matters
- A Directory of Accredited Private Music Teachers
- Analyses of Piano Works
- Aural Tests for all Grades of Practical Examinations, a book by Miriam Hyde