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SUMMARY:Voice and Instrumental Young Artist Contest
DESCRIPTION:Purpose:\nTo encourage high performance standards for students and teachers in voice\, guitar\, organ\, strings\, winds\, and percussion\, MMTA sponsors an annual Voice and Instrumental Young Artist Contest and Finale Concert. This event provides students with a written critique and winners perform at the Finale Concert. \n○ The Finale Concert ensemble piece will be given to teachers after they register their student(s).\n● Contest solos are judged in the morning and the Finale Concert rehearsal is in late morning/early afternoon.\n● Afternoon Finale Concert: First place Contest and Young Artist Contest winners in each age group and category will\nperform a 3 minute or less solo from their performed repertoire and all students will perform in the ensemble piece. \nMore information can be found on pages 45-47 in the Handbook. \nLate Fees and Schedule Changes:\nLate registration fee is $50 per teacher.
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/voice-and-instrumental-young-artist-contest/
LOCATION:Plymouth – Messiah Meth.\, 17805 County Rd. 6\, Plymouth\, MN\, 55447\, US
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260426
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
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UID:10000396-1777075200-1777161599@mnmusicteachers.com
SUMMARY:Piano Exams at Bethel Lutheran (Rochester) 4/25/26
DESCRIPTION:Site Administrator: Cindy Breederland & Kathryn Horntvedt \nPaper Registration Form
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/piano-exams-at-bethel-lutheran-rochester-04-25-2026/
LOCATION:Roch. – Bethel Lutheran\, 810 3rd Ave. SE\, Rochester\, MN\, 55904\, US
CATEGORIES:Exam
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260426
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
CREATED:20250829T180108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T163949Z
UID:10000397-1777075200-1777161599@mnmusicteachers.com
SUMMARY:Theory Exams at Bethel Lutheran (Rochester) 4/25/26
DESCRIPTION:Site Administrators: Cindy Breederland & Kathryn Horntvedt \nPaper Registration Form
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/theory-exams-at-bethel-lutheran-rochester-4-25-26/
LOCATION:Roch. – Bethel Lutheran\, 810 3rd Ave. SE\, Rochester\, MN\, 55904\, US
CATEGORIES:Exam
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260426
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
CREATED:20250902T162658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T161942Z
UID:10000400-1777075200-1777161599@mnmusicteachers.com
SUMMARY:Piano Exams at Eagle Lake Lutheran (Willmar) 4/25/26
DESCRIPTION:Site Administrator: Megan Gilles \nPaper Registration Form
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/piano-exams-at-eagle-lake-lutheran-willmar-4-25-2026/
LOCATION:Willmar – Eagle Lake Lutheran\, 1650 60th Ave NE\, Willmar\, MN\, 56201\, US
CATEGORIES:Exam
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260426
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
CREATED:20250902T164856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T164833Z
UID:10000401-1777075200-1777161599@mnmusicteachers.com
SUMMARY:Music Bridges at Eagle Lake Lutheran (Willmar) 4/25/26
DESCRIPTION:Site Administrator: Megan Gilles \nPaper Registration Form
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/music-bridges-at-eagle-lake-lutheran-willmar-4-25-2026/
LOCATION:Willmar – Eagle Lake Lutheran\, 1650 60th Ave NE\, Willmar\, MN\, 56201\, US
CATEGORIES:Music Bridges
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260426
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
CREATED:20250902T170227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T170951Z
UID:10000402-1777075200-1777161599@mnmusicteachers.com
SUMMARY:Theory Exams at Eagle Lake Lutheran (Willmar) 4/25/26
DESCRIPTION:Site Administrator: Megan Gilles \nPaper Registration Forms
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/theory-exams-at-eagle-lake-lutheran-willmar-4-25-2026/
LOCATION:Willmar – Eagle Lake Lutheran\, 1650 60th Ave NE\, Willmar\, MN\, 56201\, US
CATEGORIES:Exam
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260426
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
CREATED:20251127T150103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T171550Z
UID:10000439-1777075200-1777161599@mnmusicteachers.com
SUMMARY:Voice and Instrumental Contest
DESCRIPTION:Purpose:\nTo encourage high performance standards for students and teachers in voice\, guitar\, organ\, strings\, winds\, and percussion\, MMTA sponsors an annual Voice and Instrumental Young Artist Contest and Finale Concert. This event provides students with a written critique and winners perform at the Finale Concert. \nMore information can be found on pages 50-52 in the Handbook. \nV & I Contest Registration for 2025-26 paper form\nLate Fees and Schedule Changes:\nLate registration fee is $50 per teacher.
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/voice-and-instrumental-contest/
LOCATION:Plymouth – Messiah Meth.\, 17805 County Rd. 6\, Plymouth\, MN\, 55447\, US
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260426
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T171432Z
UID:10000440-1777075200-1777161599@mnmusicteachers.com
SUMMARY:Voice and Instrumental Solo Festival
DESCRIPTION:Purpose:\nTo encourage performance for students and teachers in guitar\, organ\, strings\, voice\, winds\, and percussion\, MMTA sponsors an\nannual Voice & Instrumental Solo Festival and Finale Concert. Solo Festival performances may be in-person or virtual\nsubmission. This event provides students with a written critique and in-person students participation in an ensemble. \nMore information can be found on pages 43-44 in the Handbook. \nV & I Solo Festival Registration for 2025-26 Paper form \nLate Fees and Schedule Changes:\nLate registration fee is $50 per teacher.
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/voice-and-instrumental-solo-festival/
LOCATION:Plymouth – Messiah Meth.\, 17805 County Rd. 6\, Plymouth\, MN\, 55447\, US
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260426
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
CREATED:20260316T183722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T202634Z
UID:10000455-1777075200-1777161599@mnmusicteachers.com
SUMMARY:Music Bridges at Prospect Park UMC (St. Paul) 4/25/26
DESCRIPTION:Site Administrator: Mary Goetz \nPaper Registration Form
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/music-bridges-at-prospect-park-umc-st-paul-4-25-26/
LOCATION:Mpls-Prospect Park\, 22 SE Orlin Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55414\, US
CATEGORIES:Music Bridges
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260503
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
CREATED:20250819T160649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T175504Z
UID:10000365-1777680000-1777766399@mnmusicteachers.com
SUMMARY:Music Bridges at the College of St. Scholastica (Duluth) 5/2/26
DESCRIPTION:Site Administrator: Emily Valine \nSite Administrator: Mary Goetz \nPaper Registration Form
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/music-bridges-at-the-college-of-st-scholastica-duluth-05-02-2026/
LOCATION:Duluth – St. Scholastica\, 1200 Kenwood Ave\, Duluth\, MN\, 55811\, US
CATEGORIES:Music Bridges
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260503
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
CREATED:20250902T172519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T141728Z
UID:10000403-1777680000-1777766399@mnmusicteachers.com
SUMMARY:Piano Exams at the College of St. Scholastica (Duluth) 5/2/26
DESCRIPTION:Site Administrator: Emily Valine \nPaper Registration Form
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/piano-exams-at-the-college-of-st-scholastica-duluth-5-2-2026/
LOCATION:Duluth – St. Scholastica\, 1200 Kenwood Ave\, Duluth\, MN\, 55811\, US
CATEGORIES:Exam
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260503
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
CREATED:20250903T151758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T185423Z
UID:10000404-1777680000-1777766399@mnmusicteachers.com
SUMMARY:Theory Exams at the College of St. Scholastica (Duluth) 5/2/26
DESCRIPTION:Site Administrator: Emily Valine \nPaper Registration Form
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/theory-exams-at-the-college-of-st-scholastica-duluth-5-2-2026/
LOCATION:Duluth – St. Scholastica\, 1200 Kenwood Ave\, Duluth\, MN\, 55811\, US
CATEGORIES:Exam
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260503
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
CREATED:20250903T153726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T224816Z
UID:10000405-1777680000-1777766399@mnmusicteachers.com
SUMMARY:Music Bridges at St. Anthony Park UCC (St. Paul) 5/2/26
DESCRIPTION:Site Administrator: Mary Goetz \nThis event is canceled. There is still a Music Bridges event on May 3rd or May 9th in the Twin Cities
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/music-bridges-at-st-anthony-park-ucc-st-paul-5-2-2026/
LOCATION:St Anthony Park – UCC\, 2129 Commonwealth Ave #1715\, St\, Paul\, MN\, 55108\, US
CATEGORIES:Music Bridges
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260503
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260504
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
CREATED:20251108T233945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T134348Z
UID:10000432-1777766400-1777852799@mnmusicteachers.com
SUMMARY:Piano Exams at St. Paul Conservatory/St. Joseph's School 5/3/26
DESCRIPTION:Register here for piano exams held at St. Paul Conservatory\nSite Administrator: TBD \nPaper Registration Form
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/piano-exams-at-st-paul-conservatory-st-josephs-school-5-3-26/
LOCATION:TC – St.Joseph’s School of Music\, 1619 Dayton Ave\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55104\, US
CATEGORIES:Exam
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260503
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260504
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
CREATED:20250818T142200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T151050Z
UID:10000355-1777766400-1777852799@mnmusicteachers.com
SUMMARY:Piano Exams at Carlson Music Center\, Alexandria - 05/03/2026
DESCRIPTION:Site Administrator: Rebecca Nelson \nPaper Registration Form
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/piano-exams-at-carlson-music-center-alexandria-05-03-2026/
LOCATION:Alexandria – Carlson Music Center\, 901 Broadway St\, Alexandria\, MN\, 56308
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260503
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260504
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
CREATED:20250818T165857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T170847Z
UID:10000357-1777766400-1777852799@mnmusicteachers.com
SUMMARY:Theory Exams at Carlson Music Center\, Alexandria - 05/03/2026
DESCRIPTION:Site Administrator: Rebecca Nelson \nPaper Registration Form
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/theory-exams-at-carlson-music-center-alexandria-05-03-2026/
LOCATION:Alexandria – Carlson Music Center\, 901 Broadway St\, Alexandria\, MN\, 56308
CATEGORIES:Exam
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260503
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260504
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
CREATED:20250818T170929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T174704Z
UID:10000358-1777766400-1777852799@mnmusicteachers.com
SUMMARY:Music Bridges at Carlson Music Center\, Alexandria - 05/03/2026
DESCRIPTION:Site Administrator: Rebecca Nelson \nPaper Registration Form
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/music-bridges-at-carlson-music-center-alexandria-05-03-2026/
LOCATION:Alexandria – Carlson Music Center\, 901 Broadway St\, Alexandria\, MN\, 56308
CATEGORIES:Exam
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260503
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260504
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
CREATED:20251109T022649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251109T022649Z
UID:10000434-1777766400-1777852799@mnmusicteachers.com
SUMMARY:Music Bridges at St. Joe's (St. Paul) 5/3/26
DESCRIPTION:Site Administrator: Mary Goetz \nPaper Registration Form
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/music-bridges-at-st-joes-st-paul-5-3-26/
LOCATION:TC – St.Joseph’s School of Music\, 1619 Dayton Ave\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55104\, US
CATEGORIES:Music Bridges
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260509
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260510
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
CREATED:20250817T233142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T151005Z
UID:10000353-1778284800-1778371199@mnmusicteachers.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Theory Exam - 5/09/2026
DESCRIPTION:Site Administrator: Megan Gilles \nVirtual Theory scheduling online with the judge is available between 8am-3:30pm on 5/09. \nPaper Registration Form
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/virtual-theory-exam-5-09-2026/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Exam
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260509
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260510
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
CREATED:20250903T154806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T174458Z
UID:10000406-1778284800-1778371199@mnmusicteachers.com
SUMMARY:Music Bridges at St. Anthony Park UCC (St. Paul) 5/9/26
DESCRIPTION:Site Administrator: Mary Goetz \nPaper Registration Form
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/music-bridges-at-st-anthony-park-ucc-st-paul-5-9-2026/
LOCATION:St Anthony Park – UCC\, 2129 Commonwealth Ave #1715\, St\, Paul\, MN\, 55108\, US
CATEGORIES:Music Bridges
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260517
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
CREATED:20260203T180201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T180201Z
UID:10000445-1778889600-1778975999@mnmusicteachers.com
SUMMARY:CAPSTONE Piano Exams at Calvary Church\, Roseville on Saturday  5/16/26
DESCRIPTION:Register here for capstone piano exams \nSite Administrator: Wendy Moyer \nPaper Registration Form
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/capstone-piano-exams-at-calvary-church-roseville-on-saturday-5-16-26/
LOCATION:Calvary Church\, Roseville\, MN\, 2120 N Lexington Ave\, Roseville\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exam
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260517
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
CREATED:20250903T165624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T165624Z
UID:10000407-1778889600-1778975999@mnmusicteachers.com
SUMMARY:Violin\, Viola\, Guitar Virtual Exams 5/16/26
DESCRIPTION:Site Administrator: Jackie Lo \nPaper Registration Form
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/violin-viola-guitar-exams-5-16-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
CREATED:20250815T023121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T041536Z
UID:10000347-1778976000-1779062399@mnmusicteachers.com
SUMMARY:Virtual/Pre-recorded Piano Exams - 5/17/2026
DESCRIPTION:Site Administrator: Wendy Moyer
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/virtual-pre-recorded-piano-exams-5-17-2026/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Exam
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
CREATED:20250418T184424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T190840Z
UID:10000333-1780185600-1780271999@mnmusicteachers.com
SUMMARY:MMTA Member Solo Composition Submissions
DESCRIPTION:Procedures & Rules:\n1. See General Rules and Procedures for all MMTA programs.\n2. The composer must be a current member of MMTA.\n3. The composer will retain ownership and copyright to their music.\n4. The composition must be written for solo piano.\n5. The submission must be a computer-generated copy.\n6. The composition must be easily available for purchase in printed and/or electronic format.\n7. The composition can be written in any style.\n8. Include tempo markings and performance notes.\n9. The composition can be written at any technical level.\n10. Indicate Age Category at the time of submission.\n11. Duration should not exceed:\n○ Pre-Pri\, Pri\, JRA\, JRB – 2 minutes\n○ INA – 3 minutes\n○ INB – 4 minutes\n○ SRA\, SRB – 5 minutes
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/mmta-member-composition-submissions/
LOCATION:MN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
CREATED:20250815T010806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T174259Z
UID:10000344-1780185600-1780271999@mnmusicteachers.com
SUMMARY:Members Original Duet Composition Contest
DESCRIPTION:Purpose:\nTo encourage MMTA teachers to explore the process of music composition\, and to expand the knowledge base they share with their students\, each year MMTA holds a Members Original Duet Composition Contest. Winning compositions will be programmed at next year’s Honors Concert. See the Handbook for Criteria and Score Presentation Requirements.\n\nFees:\nThe Members Original Duet Composition Contest is free to all MMTA members.\n\n\nContest Winners Agree to:\n1. Make arrangements to have copies available at any or all of these music retailers: Groth\, Schmitt Music\, and www.arrangeme.com\, so winners and alternates can easily purchase copies.\n2. Publish the ensemble in a side-by-side format.\n3. Submit publishing information and needed copies to the MMTA Office no later than February 1st.\n4. Provide a copy for the conductor and any other copies needed by MMTA.\n5. Provide appropriate cover art prior to printing.\n6. Be present at the 3rd Honors Concert Rehearsal to meet students and autograph copies of the duet.\n7. Be present at the Honors Concert to be acknowledged on stage with the performers.\n\n Letter of Agreement\n\n\nProcedures & Rules:\n1. See General Rules and Procedures for all MMTA programs.\n2. Duets should display creativity and contain interesting parts for both secondo and primo\, both in terms of melodic and rhythmic content\, techniques\, and construction.\n3. The composition should be appropriate for a large ensemble and for students new to performing in a conducted ensemble.\n4. The composition should be appropriate for the ages of the performers and should have an audience appeal.\n5. The piece length should run between 1-3 minutes.\n6. Compositions may be suitable for Primary\, Intermediate\, or Advanced. The musical and technical demands of the duet\nshould be equivalent to an average solo piano piece at the following levels (see p. 8-10 in the 2020 Piano Syllabus for keyboard skills requirements for each level):\n○ PRI = Prep-1\n○ JRA = 1-3\n○ JRB = 2-5\n○ INA = 4-7\n○ INB = 6-9\n○ SRA = 8-9\n○ SRB = 9-11\n7. Compositions from previous years may be resubmitted\, provided they have not been performed in past Honors Concerts.\n8. Scores must be presented with these guidelines:\n○ Ensembles should be submitted as a PDF in open score format. Winning compositions will need to be published side-by-side.\n○ Age Category should be listed (PRI\, JRA\, JRB\, etc).\n○ Removed all identification information. The Committee Chair will ensure each score is connected with the proper entrant.\n○ Place the title of the work on each page of the score.\n○ Measures must be numbered and aligned between primo and secondo.\n○ Include tempo markings and performance notes.\n○ You may also upload a recording of the duet as you would like it performed.\n\nPaper Registration Form
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/members-original-duet-composition-contest-2/
LOCATION:MN
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260607
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T040200Z
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SUMMARY:Bravo Ad 2026
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a way to honor your student(s) that participated in the 2026 Piano Contest? The MMTA Foundation is here to help with Bravo Ads! Parents\, teachers and friends of Honors Concert participants are encouraged to congratulate your student with a Bravo Ad! Bravo Ads include a photo of the performer and a brief congratulatory message which will be compiled into a video slideshow and will be shown at the Honors Concert for family and friends to admire.
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/bravo-ad-2026/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Honors Concert
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260607
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
CREATED:20260309T150820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T155606Z
UID:10000452-1780704000-1780790399@mnmusicteachers.com
SUMMARY:Honors Concert Registration 2026
DESCRIPTION:Rehearsals for Honors Concert: \nApril 18th \nMay 2nd \nMay 16th \nJune 6th FINAL DRESS\, Performance \nTo fill out an excused absence form\, please go here: Excused Absence Form
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/honors-concert-registration-2026/
LOCATION:Bloomington – Schmitt\, 7800 Harmony Drive\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55439\, US
CATEGORIES:Honors Concert
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260610
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260613
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
CREATED:20250404T183705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T145254Z
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SUMMARY:MMTA Convention 2026
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 MMTA Convention will be held at Holiday Inn and Suites\, 20800 Kenrick Ave\, Lakeville\, MN 55044 \n– Student registration is for high school students or full-time college students only. \n– New member registration is for non-student members who joined MMTA/MTNA for the first time between April 2025 – May 2026. \n– Refund requests must be submitted to the VP-Convention (Karen Stiles) in writing and no later than one week prior to the convention. A processing fee will be assessed\, and refunds will be issued after the event. \nFor volunteering related questions\, please contact Karen Stiles at karenstiles3@gmail.com.
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/mmta-convention-2026/
LOCATION:Lakeville – Holiday Inn\, 20800 Kenrick Ave\, Lakeville\, 55044\, United States
GEO:44.6482995;-93.2926342
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
CREATED:20260601T142806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T152410Z
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SUMMARY:Back to our Roots: Music Bridges at Mt Calvary Lutheran Church in Eagan - 7/18/2026
DESCRIPTION:Site Administrator: Camille Buddecke and Jake Fitzpatrick \nThis event is for students to participate in Music Bridges. For this particular event\, teachers are required to participate in the event in some capacity (as a site administrator\, judge\, all-day volunteer\, or desk worker). \nEXAMS ARE FROM 8am-12pm only \n 
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/back-to-our-roots-music-bridges-at-mt-clavary-lutheran-church-in-eagan-7-18-2026/
LOCATION:Eagan – Mt. Calvary\, 3930 Rahn Rd\, Eagan\, MN\, 55122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music Bridges
GEO:44.8137363;-93.2068928
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTSTAMP:20260603T221533
CREATED:20260601T143159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T152336Z
UID:10000457-1784332800-1784419199@mnmusicteachers.com
SUMMARY:Back to our Roots: Piano Exams at Mt Calvary Lutheran Church in Eagan - 7/18/2026
DESCRIPTION:Site Administrator: Camille Buddecke and Jake Fitzpatrick \nThis event is for students to take comprehensive piano exams. For this particular event\, teachers are required to participate in the event in some capacity (as a site administrator\, judge\, all-day volunteer\, or desk worker). \nEXAMS ARE FROM 8am-12pm only \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://mnmusicteachers.com/event/back-to-our-roots-piano-exams-at-mt-calvary-lutheran-church-in-eagan-7-18-2026/
LOCATION:Eagan – Mt. Calvary\, 3930 Rahn Rd\, Eagan\, MN\, 55122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exam
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