DATES
CMAP Piano Adjudications
March 26-27, 2011
The Charlotte Music Achievement Program (CMAP)
The Charlotte Music Achievement Program (CMAP), in association with Music Teachers National Association (MTNA), is dedicated to providing Academy students with opportunities for achievement and thorough evaluation. The high standards of the CMAP curriculum are made available to Academy students of all ages, levels and instruments.
CMAP ADJUDICATIONS
Charlotte Music Achievement Program offers meaningful and positive evaluation experiences. They are conducted in a friendly and professional atmosphere on a one-on-one basis. Adjudicators are chosen not only for their professional qualifications but also for their ability to interact constructively with the participants. Each student receives valuable critique on his/her performance, technical, sight reading, ear training and music theory skills. A written evaluation is provided to the student. This professional and objective assessment is intended to encourage candidates and enhance their continued studies with their teacher.
Other Evaluation Opportunities
NFMC Music Festival
The National Federation of Music Clubs through its annual national Festivals provide students of all ages with opportunities and encouragement for musical growth. Entrants do not compete against each other but are rated on individual merits. The Festivals are ideal for musicians at any level of advancement. Events include opportunities for Piano, Guitar, Voice, Strings, Woodwinds, Brass and Percussion students. Many Academy students also choose to participate in the Festival Theory and Composition events. Academy students participate in Festival at either CPCC or Queens University.
NCMTA Piano Contest
The North Carolina Music Teachers Association Piano Contest is designed to provide students and teachers with a means of receiving constructive criticism by competent judges. Students learn three pieces from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries. Students who receive a Superior at the District level advance to State. Those receiving a Superior at State qualify to enter NMTA. The next progression is State NMTA, Regionals and finally the National Competition.
CPTF Auditions
Many of the Academy piano teachers hold memberships with the Charlotte Piano Teachers Forum. As members these teachers’ students are eligible to participate in the annual CPTF Auditions. Areas of adjudication include repertoire and theory. The Charlotte Piano Teachers Forum Auditions are held at Queens University.
Beethoven Composition Event (Charlotte Music Teachers Association)
This event encourages young composers by providing evaluation and a venue in which to perform their compositions. Students in grades K-12 are eligible to participate.
