
MUSIC TEACHERS OF FAIRFAX-LOUDOUN
Quality Music Education for Teachers and Students
September 10
Royal Conservatory Certificate Program
Laura Readyoff will present how the RCM certificate program is structured and what are the benefits for students and teachers. Teachers will be able to sample RCM materials for piano, violin, viola, and cello. At Faith Chapel,14188 Chapel Ln., Leesburg, VA 20176.
October 8
Quentin Walston - Jazz Piano
Quentin Walston is an active pianist, educator, and founder of This Is Jazz, a company dedicated to jazz education and appreciation. He brings jazz into lessons and classrooms nationwide by equipping educators through his book "How to Teach Jazz & Improvisation". A Virginia Commission for the Arts "Teaching Artist" and Maryland State Arts Council "Touring Artist," he draws from over a decade of professional teaching and performing experience. He performs with his jazz trio, as well as a solo pianist, blending memorable melodies and striking rhythms with adventurous improvisations. Through workshops and seminars for all ages covering jazz, composition, and music history, Quentin brings passionate expertise to jazz performance and education in any setting, classroom or concert hall. At The Music Loft, 585 Grove Street, Herndon, VA 20170.
November 12
Harpsichord tutorial
December 10
Holiday Brunch
A long time holiday tradition, the holiday brunch will be hosted by president Anastasia Feigles from 10am-12pm. Please bring a dish to share. At the home of Anastasia Feigles,
January
No meeting
February 11
Best Practices, literally!
What are best practice strategies for your students? Do you use practice logs, notebooks in which to write assignments, or do you have a special technique that is a winner for getting students to practice? Come ready to share your best practices! At The Music Loft, 585 Grove Street, Herndon, VA 20170.
March 11
Studio Marketing
Are you consistently looking for students or trying to build your studio to capacity? Join us as MTFL presents studio marketing: website development, understanding SEO, and print marketing.
April
No meeting
May 13
End-of-year meeting and Luncheon
It's a wrap! MTFL president will share the organization's successes and give feedback from our events. After the meeting, we will have our annual potluck luncheon. Location TBD