National Association News

A world renowned educator, he has taught piano for 53 years and attracts students from all across the globe. Since 2006, he has been artistic director of the Beijing International Piano Festival, an annual event that attracts students and teachers from all over China and neighboring countries. Affiliate Grant Recipients Ten local affiliates and three state affiliates received grants from the MTNA Foundation Fund: Colorado State Music Teachers Association Douglas Elbert Music Teachers Association (Colorado) Indiana Music Teachers Association South Central Kansas Music Teachers Association Northern Kentucky Music Teachers Association Tualtin Valley District (Oregon) Northeast Pennsylvania Music Teachers Association Northern Delaware Valley Chapter (Pennsylvania) Austin District Music Teachers Association (Texas) Houston Music Teachers Association (Texas) Katy Music Teachers Association (Texas) Texas Music Teachers Association Stevens Point Area Music Teachers Association (Wisconsin) The MTNA Foundation Fund awards grants to MTNA-affiliated state and local associations for projects that provide educational opportunities for students and teachers.