The Arkansas State Music
Teachers Association, Incorporated, is an affiliate of the Music
Teachers National Association (MTNA). Its purpose is to further the art
of music and to promote the growth and professional development of its
members by providing programs that encourage and support teaching,
performance, composition, and research.
Mission Statement from the MTNA Bylaws
Article II. Purpose The purpose for which this corporation is organized and operated is exclusively literary and educational, as defined in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and its regulations as they now exist or as they may hereafter be amended. The purpose of this corporation shall be the advancement of music education, and in specific furtherance thereof: a. To conduct programs and activities to build a vital musical culture and an enlightened musical public for the benefit and the general welfare of all persons; b. To ensure that every student shall have access to a balanced, comprehensive, and high-quality program of music instruction; c. To improve the quality of teaching, research, and scholarship in music; d. To promote the involvement of persons of all ages in learning music; e. To foster the utilization of the most effective techniques and resources in music instruction; and, f. To facilitate the education of music teachers Board of Directors
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Elected Board Members
Several years ago, it was decided that all the
regions of the state should have representation on the ASMTA Board, by
population. Therefore, the state was divided into 7 regions, which do not
necessarily coincide with the regions for State Festivals or Local
Associations. Elected
Board Members should be available to attend board meetings in the fall and at
the June Conference. In regions with
more than 21 or more members, there are 2 Elected Board Members.
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