Connect Inspire Mentor

Why UMTA?

 

UMTA is a platform for motivated musicians, colleagues, and friends to CONNECT with each other, to INSPIRE and be inspired, to MENTOR and be mentored. We all want to be the kind of teacher that impacts our students’ lives in a meaningful way.

UMTA is dedicated to excellence in all aspects of music education, and provides many resources to help the aspiring teacher. The kindness and expertise of Utah’s amazing teachers and professionals creates a space for belonging.

At UMTA you have a voice and an opportunity for meaningful participation, whether coming from years of study and experience, or just getting started.

 

Here are just a few ways UMTA membership can benefit you:

  1. Become a member of a Local UMTA Chapter, attending monthly workshops and CONNECTING with fellow teachers.
  2. Attend the annual UMTA State Conference for the best INSPIRATION available on a variety of musical subjects.
  3. Looking for the best way to MENTOR your students? Enroll them in one of UMTA’s excellent student programs.

Join UMTA today – you’ll be glad you did, and so will your students!

 

Upcoming Events

UMTA State Board Meeting

August 22, 2026

For all state board members and chapter presidents.

This meeting will be held online.

UMTA State Board

Membership Renewal

Remember to renew your MTNA membership!

Deadline is June 30 to prevent your membership from lapsing.

Make any needed changes to your contact information when you renew.

Membership Renewal

Calendar of Events

STAY CURRENT on UPCOMING EVENTS
UMTA has wonderful and exciting events throughout the year.

There is something for everyone!

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Recent News

Debra Gamero Scholarship

Debra Gamero Scholarship, established to recognize outstanding music students, has applications due July 31.

Submit applications online.

Debra Gamero Scholarship

State Board New Leadership

2nd Vice President & Competitions Chair: Linda Budge

Collegiate Chapter Chair: Christie Sowby

Communications Chair: Jenny Boster

Arts Awareness Chair: Margaret Burr

State Board New Leadership

Certification Chair: Emily Blake

Foundation Chair: Brianne Calle

AIM Chair: Caroline Jennings

AIM Chair Elect: Angela Mcbride

RCM Chair: Leanna Minnick

UMTA Newsletter

UMTA's quarterly newsletter is the best way to stay informed.

Both current and past newsletters are available.

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UMTA Newsletters

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