MMMTA PROGRAMS FOR 2026-27

All meetings start at 9:30 unless otherwise noted.

1.  Friday, September 18, 2026 with Dr. Sookkyung Cho
Loving Chopin Etudes – with small hands
2. Friday-Saturday, October 2-3, MMTA State Conference at Schoolcraft College
3. SATURDAY, November 14, 2026 with Catherine Rollin– This is a special workshop which will last till around 1-1:30.
A Day with Catherine Rollin Composition, Masterclass, Lunch, Q&A
4. Friday, December 11, 2026 Christmas Meeting/Brunch at Jim Hohmeyer and Susan Mercy’s residence
5. Friday, January 9, 2027 KeyboardFest at Midland Center for the Arts
6. Friday, Online February 19, 2027 with Dr. Wan-Chin Chang
Not all pianos are created equal: Understanding Keyboard Dynamics
7. Saturday, March 6, 2027 SAT at First Baptist Church
8. Friday, April 16, 2027 with Dr. Anna Tsukervanik
Discovering Tempo Rubat: Musical Notation as a Means for Personal Expression in Cyril Scott’s Lotus Land
9. Friday, May 21, 2027 Final meeting with Mary Ann Anschutz
What I’ve Learned in 55 Years of Teaching
The following is some information about the conference. Please consider attending. 

MMTA 140th Conference!

We hope you’ll join us October 2–3 for the MMTA 140th Conference at Schoolcraft College. This year’s conference is filled with opportunities to learn, be inspired, and reconnect with colleagues from across Michigan.

We’re excited to welcome Gala Artist Andy Milne, an award-winning jazz pianist, composer, and educator, along with Peter Mack, a nationally and internationally recognized music who’s presentation, When the Foundation Has Already Been Laid: The Transfer Student will inspire and energize.  Peter will also facilitate the Saturday master class. 

You’ll also be among the first to hear the world premiere of The Bach Beat, performed by MMTA Commissioned Composer Bernadine Johnson during the opening recital.

Throughout the conference, you’ll find practical teaching ideas, inspiring performances, and plenty of time to share experiences and connect with fellow teachers.

As a special thank-you, the first 100 people to register will receive a complimentary copy of The Bach Beat by Bernadine Johnson.

Thank you for your support. I look forward to seeing you.
Musically yours, 
Wendy
Wendy Chu, D.M.A., N.C.T.M. Saginaw, MI 989.295.7822

Keyboard Fest