The purpose of the Independent Music Teachers’ Forum (IMTF) is to provide an opportunity for discussion of business practices, challenges, materials, and new ideas that are relevant for music teachers who operate a private studio.  These forums are provided for teachers to share resources.  If you can bring materials and ideas that pertain to the discussion, everyone benefits!  If you just want to come and listen, you are always welcome.

 

NEW THIS YEAR:       Please RSVP to Sharon Walton at least one week before each event,

 skrwalton@gmail.com , or (614) 451-4820.

 

        Fall Date:        Friday, October 7, 2011

              Time:        10 – 11:30 a.m.

         Location:        The Old Worthington Library Meeting Room

                               820 High Street,Worthington, OH, 43085

 

        Program:        Technology Treasures for the Studio Teacher

                                Kick-Off Presenter:  Liz Atkinson

                                During the rapid technology growth of the last 10 years, wonderful new tools have become available to the studio music teacher.  Many of us have our favorite website, software, recording device or other tech- tool which we find useful in working with our students.  Come and share your favorite time saver, student software, business software, website, or other technology that you find helpful.  If possible, bring a short handout listing the website, software, or the specifics on the tech- tool you use.  Much of the material will be helpful to teachers of any instrument.  Liz Atkinson has been enthusiastic about exploring technology in her studio.  She will start our discussion by sharing some of her favorite treasures!

                                 

  Winter Date:        Friday, February 3, 2012

              Time:        10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

         Location:        Singleton Piano Studio

                                3327 N. High Street, Columbus, OH 43202

                                                                         

        Program:        Lyrical Gems of the 20^th and 21^st Century for Beginning and Intermediate Piano Students

                                Presenter:  Lynn Singleton, NCTM

                                Throughout her teaching career, Lynn has been a leader in the search for quality piano literature written by well-recognized 20^th and 21^st century composers.  She has presented several workshops on the subject.  At this forum,Lynn will play and share music that you can use in working with piano students of beginner and intermediate levels.  We will spend some time discussing techniques for teaching and learning this literature.    You don’t want to miss the chance to learn about some excellent contemporary piano literature!

 Chairperson:

Sharon Walton, NCTM

(614) 451-4820 

skrwalton@gmail.com