2008 MTNA National Conference highlights.COLLEGIATE EXPO/PROFESSIONAL STUDIO SATURDAY [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Phyllis Pieffer, NCTM NCTM National Council of Teachers of Mathematics NCTM Nationally Certified Teacher of Music NCTM North Carolina Transportation Museum NCTM National Capital Trolley Museum NCTM Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage , at left, introduced the opening session titled, "Build A Studio Will They Come?" Panelists, from left induded Medardo Perez, Debra Perez, Karen Vandall, NCTM, and Robert Vandall, NCTM. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Geri Cheney Gibbs spoke about creating an efficient and successful studio. Scott Houston Scott Houston is an Indianapolis-based piano player and teacher who hosts the PBS show The Piano Guy. As of this writing, the series has topped over 100 episodes. , host of the PBS PBS in full Public Broadcasting Service Private, nonprofit U.S. corporation of public television stations. PBS provides its member stations, which are supported by public funds and private contributions rather than by commercials, with educational, cultural, show The Piano Guy talked about teaching adults what they really want to learn. [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] Brian Chung, discussed how today's teachers can affect the future of music making. PEDAGOGY SATURDAY [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Several panel discussions related to the day's theme, "Making Music Together: Preparing Students For A Lifetime Of Ensemble Experiences," were held. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Carolyn Shaak demonstrated her commitment to ensemble playing with these young students. [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] A "conversation" between Jean Barr, at left, and Marilyn Horne Noun 1. Marilyn Horne - United States operatic mezzo-soprano (born 1934) Horne , was a highlight of both Pedagogy Saturday and Collegiate Expo/Professional Studio Saturday. OPENING SESSION AND RECITAL [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Peaks Brass Quintet A brass quintet is a five-piece musical ensemble composed of brass instruments. The most common instrumentation is two trumpets or cornets, one French horn, one trombone, and one tuba or bass trombone. performed several selections for the prelude to the Opening Session. Nancy Kaesler, NCTM, brought greetings from the Colorado MTA (1) (Message Transfer Agent or Mail Transfer Agent) The store and forward part of a messaging system. See messaging system. (2) See M Technology Association. 1. (messaging) MTA - Message Transfer Agent. . [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] MTNA MTNA Music Teachers National Association MTNA Middle Tennessee Nursery Association (McMinnville, Tennessee) President Gail Berenson, NCTM, welcomed everyone to the conference. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] MTNA Executive Director & CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. Gary Ingle in·gle n. 1. An open fire in a fireplace. 2. A fireplace. [Perhaps Scottish Gaelic aingeal, fire, light. introduced representatives from other music organizations. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Marilyn Horne, center, was recognized with an MTNA Citation for Leadership. Presenting the award were MTNA President Gall Berenson, NCTM, and MTNA Executive Director & CEO Gary Ingle. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Ingrid Jacobson Clarfield, NCTM, chair of the 2008 Conference Committee, detailed highlights of the conference. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Anne Epperson, far right, performed a collaborative recital with, from left: James Buswell, violin; Marianne Gedigian, flute; Margaret Lattimore Margaret Lattimore is currently an assistant professor of voice at the University of Colorado at Boulder. She is also a well-acclaimed mezzo-soprano opera performer, performing with the Metropolitan Opera and New York City Opera. , mezzo-soprano mezzo-soprano: see soprano. ; and Robert Spillman, piano. SESSIONS Poster sessions provide an opportunity for conference attendees to learn about music-related research. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Mario Ajero demonstrated intermediate-and advanced-level technologies for the group piano lab. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Should music lessons be fun? And if so, what exactly does that mean? William Westney shared his thoughts on the topic. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Bonnie Jacobi showed attendees how to approach new repertoire from a kinesthetic kin·es·the·sia n. The sense that detects bodily position, weight, or movement of the muscles, tendons, and joints. [Greek k standpoint. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] John McDonald John McDonald may refer to:
[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Clementi Festival: Denver's Unique Ensemble Experience was explored during this session. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Donald George and Lucy Mauro presented the collaborative art of melodrama by composers such as Schubert, Schumann, Liszt, Wagner and Strauss. MTNA FOUNDATION FUND GALA [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Ruth and Bill Pitts of Waco, Texas, were recognized for the establishment of an MTNA FOUNDATION FUND endowment in their name. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The John Williams Orchestra provided music for dancing after the awards ceremony. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Brian Chung, chair of the FOUNDATION FUND development committee, presented the 2008 FOUNDATION Fellows. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] MTNA President Gail Berenson, NCTM, announced at the Gala that there will be two new competition sponsors for the 2008-2009 competitions. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] MTNA Executive Director & CEO Gary Ingle served as master of ceremonies for the Gala. MASTER CLASSES Dallas Weekley, NCTM, and Nancy Arganbright give direction during the piano duet master class. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Robert Spillman, offers suggestions during the chamber music master class. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Paul Sheftel (on computer screen) conducted his part of the intermediate piano master class via the Internet. Phyllis Lehrer, NCTM, was live at the conference to provide instruction. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Lang Lang presented the advanced piano master class. EXHIBIT HALL Shopping the exhibit hall is a must for many conference attendees. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] NETWORKING The National Conference is the place to network with music teachers and others in music-related fields. [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] All photos [c] 2008 Harry Butler, Nashville |
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