Teacher Activities
2026-2027
Please check the location of each meeting, as they are all unique to each meeting.
Dr. Maira Liliestedt
September 11, 2026
10:00 - Presentation
12:00 - Dine & Discuss
Steinway Piano Gallery Cleveland
334 E Hines Hill Rd, Hudson, OH 44236
Piano TEACHeR: Teaching through Emotional Awareness, Content, and Human Relationships
Using content from her piano pedagogy textbook, Piano TEACHeR: Teaching through Emotional Awareness, Content, and Human Relationships, the presenter will explore the relationships that make up our teaching lives and the ways they reflect upon our teaching. Come ready to discuss some of the most influential teacher(mentor)/student relationships you have experienced.
Dr. Lynn Jones
October 2, 2026
10:00 - Presentation
12:00 - Dine & Discuss
The University of Akron
Guzzetta Hall
228 E Buchtel Ave, Akron, OH 44325
Balancing Tradition & Innovation
Explore how piano pedagogy has thrived through centuries of innovation—from the pianoforte and recordings to digital tools—while distilling five enduring principles that guide thoughtful AI integration, ensuring human artistry, mentorship, and student autonomy remain central.
OhioMTA State Conference
November 5-7, 2026
Case Western Reserve University
More details to come
This conference provides an excellent opportunity for professional music teachers to improve teaching techniques, gain familiarity with new technology, network with other professionals and learn about the newest publications available for performance and reference. OhioMTA supports its membership by offering an annual Fall Conference. Additionally, many of the eight individual districts offer continuing education periodically in the form of Workshops, Program Meetings and Conferences. OhioMTA members are also encouraged to attend the MTNA National Conference and can participate at a reduced rate for members.
District
Member Social
February 5, 2027
9:30 - Social Begins
10:00 - Music Begins
Keys to Artistry Piano Studio
3040 Sussex St. NW
Canton, OH 44718
Bring your latest number to share or sight-read your students' favorite piano duets with the members, polished or unpolished! Sandwiches and beverages will be served, but please bring one healthy dish to share. More activities to follow.
Vera Holczer-Waroquet
March 5, 2027
10:00 - Presentation
12:00 - Dine & Discuss
Aurora School of Music
211 S Chillicothe Rd, Aurora, OH 44202
Communicating with neurodiversity students:
Adapting to maximize lesson flow
How do music instructors best communicate with students on the autism spectrum, with ADHD, and with other challenges? It is crucial that we adapt our teaching to various levels of intensity and diversity to keep the students engaged. This presentation delves into hands-on approaches to help students stay focused, including varied vocal intonation, third-person instruction, concurrent skill assessment, and systematic incentives.
Panel & Member Discussion
April 9, 2027
10:00 - Panel Discussion
Sadie Eaton Piano Studio
318 Smith Dr, Tallmadge, OH 44278
“Reenergize Our Community”
The WRMTA board members will lead a discussion as we face the new phase of our organization in the second quarter of the 21st century. Bring your ideas, topics, and questions to share with the members so we can learn and work together to strengthen our community.
Marissa Leonino
Lange
May 7, 2027
10:00 - Discussion
11:00 - Luncheon
Jeanne Hansen Piano Studio
1022 Adrian Ave, Kent, OH 44240
Book Discussion Part 2
Join us in continuing our discussion from last year's program year. Our own Marissa Leonino Lange will again lead the discussion onThe Ways Children Learn Music: An Introduction and Practical Guide to Music Learning Theory by Eric Bluestine. Luncheon to follow book discussion.