PAMTA is the local affiliate of the Illinois State Music Teachers Association and the Music Teachers National Association. The objective of this group is to Encourage and exchange of ideas in the field; to Enrich the love and understanding of music; and to Elevate the standards of teaching music by recognizing the experience, training, and challenge necessary for professional growth.

Monthly Meetings

Chairman: Grace Trang

MonthlyGeneralMeetings
Sunday, August 16, 2026, 2pmPAMTA’S 60th year AnniversaryTrefzger’s Bakery
Saturday, September 26, 2026, 10amDr. Casey Robards
From show tunes to orchestra music: teaching pianists for style and ease.		Illinois Central College
Saturday, October 24, 2025, 10amSarah Leonard Lappin
Francis Clark Center		Illinois Central College
Saturday, November 21, 10amDr. Christos Tsitsaros
Masterclass		Illinois Central College
December – tbdHoliday Luncheontbd
Saturday, January 23, 2027, 10amJanna Williamson
Honoring the Past, Shaping the Future: Teaching Transfer Students Thoughtfully		Illinois Central College
Virtual Presentation
FebruaryNo Meeting
MarchNo Meeting
Saturday, April 24, 2027, 10amCarl Anderson
Copyright Basics for Educators		Illinois Central College
May – tbdSpring Luncheontbd