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The Professional Music Teachers of New Mexico (PMTNM) was founded in 1951 and is a non-profit educational organization whose members share the vision of furthering the art of music through programs that encourage and support teaching and performance. PMTNM is an affiliate of the Music Teachers National Association (MTNA).

PMTNM is a vital resource for music teachers, students, and parents throughout the state. Our programs enhance the professionalism, personal growth, and career development of our members, while providing students with numerous opportunities to share and develop their musical skills through performances, assessments, and competitive events.

We look forward to you joining us!

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Teacher Opportunities with PMTNM
Student Opportunities with PMTNM
  • Local, state, and national workshops, masterclasses, conferences, newsletters, and professional publications
  • Regular interaction with professional colleagues
  • Studio resources and business practices
  • Leadership opportunities at local, state, and national levels
  • MTNA teacher certification program
  • Online library of MTNA webinars
  • MTNA financial and insurance services, and association discounts
  • Performance Evaluation Program for students of all ages and levels
  • Honors Auditions for piano, instrumental, and voice students
  • MTNA Junior, Senior, and Young Artist Performance Competitions
  • MTNA Composition Competition at Elementary, Junior, Senior, and Young Artist levels
  • PMTNM Scholarship Programs
  • Recitals, festivals, masterclasses, ensemble performance opportunities through the year
  • Community benefit performances
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Honors Auditions:  District Honors Auditions will be held in October. Contact your District Vice-President (shown on the About Us page) for application forms and information about the date and location of your local auditions. The State Honors Auditions will be held on Saturday, November 9, in Albuquerque at Keller Hall at the University of New Mexico.

MTNA Competitions:  Registration for all MTNA 2024 competitions is now closed. New Mexico MTNA competitions will be held in Albuquerque on Saturday, November 9, at Keller Hall at the University of New Mexico. Please visit www.mtna.org and click on the “Engage” heading for more information. 

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