Chapter General Meetings & Programming
In 2020-2021, due to the current situation of the pandemic, we will use technology to our advantage to bring you a wide variety of programming to bring in presenters and attendees not normally possible!
September 24-25, 2020 ★ CAPMT SCV 2020-2021 KICK-OFF
September 24 (Thu)
10:00 - 11:15 AM
Official CAPMT SCV Kick-Off Meeting
Featuring:
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Introduction to Student & Teacher Programs
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Presentation by clarinetist Ginger Kroft
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Flexible Dimensions: Online Platforms to Enhance & Manage Your Teaching Studio Resources
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Enhance your students’ education and streamline your administrative time with customizable, online learning platforms
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Mini-Recital featuring Teacher Performances
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Tingyuan Luo performs Tan Dun
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Felip Walker performs Jazz Standard
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Dr. Namik Sultanov performs Rachmaninoff
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Solmaaz Adeli and Julie Poklewski perform Gershwin
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September 25 (Fri)
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Special LIVE Interview with Michael Tilson Thomas
Celebrating MTT's 25-Year Tenure as Conductor of the San Francisco Symphony
The legendary Michael Tilson Thomas will share a special message for CAPMT Teachers and Students, followed by a Q&A with pre-submitted questions from CAPMT members.
Hosted by CAPMT State President, Wendi Kirby, and CAPMT VP Membership, Grant Kondo.
November 4, 2020 (Wed) | 10 AM
Ethnomusicology as Pathway to Knowing Music as Pan-Human Cultural Expression
Guest Speaker: Dr. Patricia Shehan Campbell
University of Washington - Chair of Music Education and Professor in Ethnomusicology
Guest Performances
John Chiang performs on Erhu
Ke Guo performs Sephardic music
December 12, 2020 (Sat) | 7 PM
Four Arts Concert - A Tribute to Forrest Kinney
Student Performances & Teacher Performances
We invite you to join us for an evening of music and stories celebrating Forrest Kinney, who left us too soon when he passed away last year. He has touched and inspired countless lives and we would like to celebrate the life that he lived and continue his legacy. We will be joined by colleagues, friends, family members, and former students of Forrest.
The evening will combine musical performances featuring the Four Arts (Interpretation, Improvisation, Composition, and Arranging) as well as stories, memories, and videos of Forrest. If you want to stay after, we will use Breakout Rooms on Zoom for an informal gathering following the concert to meet and mingle with familiar and new faces.
February 21, 2021 (Sun) | Afternoon (exact time TBA)
Bay Area Composers Feature
Composer Highlights with New Arts Collaboration
Apr 2021 (Date and Time TBA)
Perspectives on the Intersection of Jazz and Classical
Guest Speaker: Dr. Aaron Lington
(San José State University - Coordinator of Jazz Studies)
May 22, 2021 (Sat) | Afternoon (exact time TBA)
Composer Masterclass
Student Composer Masterclass with Melody Bober
Questions? Please contact our Vice President & Program Chair, Grant Kondo.
Pedagogy & Play
Pedagogy & Play is an informal monthly setting for teachers to discuss various pedagogical topics, and also a chance to perform for each other (optional)! These are held on the first Friday of each month. We have also hosted nationally-renowned pedagogues in the past, such as Dennis Alexander, Forrest Kinney, and Peter Mack.
Each month will focus on a different pedagogy topic.
Dates (Fridays)
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September 4, 2020 | Music Subscription Services (Register by Sept 3)
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October 2, 2020 | Inclusion in the Studio
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November 6, 2020 | Teacher Professional Development
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December 4, 2020 | Teaching Diverse Learners
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February 5, 2021 | Beyond the Method Book
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March 5, 2021
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April 2, 2021
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May 7, 2021
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June 4, 2021
Time:
9:30 AM - Meet & Greet
10:00 AM - Program Begins
Location: Virtual on Zoom
It is fun and it is a great way to join! If you are interested in attending, please RSVP with Yvonne Reddy,
our Pedagogy & Play Chair at .


Open Board Meetings
Our Board Meetings are held approximately once a month, and are open to all members! So if you are interested in getting more involved, passionate about a certain project, or just curious to see what goes on, feel free to stop by! They are held on Fridays at a Board Member's home. Contact the President below to get information about the specific location.
Dates (Mondays):
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Aug 17, 2020
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Sept 14, 2020
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Oct 19, 2020
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Jan 11, 2021
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Mar 22, 2021
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May 17, 2021
Time: 10 AM - 12 PM
Location: Rotating Board Members' Homes
Questions? Please contact our President, Amy Bhatnagar.

Young Professionals on Stage
Young Professionals on Stage is a way for young or new to teaching teachers to perform high-level repertoire in a professional setting. Great way to keep up your chops, hear your fellow colleagues, and invite and inspire your students!
Date:
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TBD 2021
Questions? Please contact the YPLN Chair, Tingyuan Luo.

SCV Socials
Sometimes we just need a chance to unwind! Also a friendly chance to meet with other teachers and enjoy each other's company.
Dates:
TBD
Questions or suggestions? Please contact the Chair, Yvonne Reddy.

CAPMT State Conference
The State Conference alternates between Northern California and Southern California each year.
This year the Conference will be held
Dates: October 9-10, 2020
Location: Live on Zoom
Featured Artist: Anderson & Roe
More information and registration can be found here: CAPMT State Conference

MTNA National Conference
As an affiliate of the Music Teachers National Association (MTNA), CAPMT members are invited
to the annual MTNA Conference, featuring 2,000+ attendees and 5 days packed with
lectures, masterclasses, a bustling Exhibit Hall, receptions, and more!
This year the Conference will be held
Dates: March 13-17, 2021
Location: VIRTUAL
More information can be found here: MTNA National Conference
