Not-for-profit organization of music educators in Ontario, Canada Members of ORMTA have the right to be designated R.M.T.
ORMTA is a not-for-profit provincial organization managed by a volunteer council and comprised of more than 1,300 Registered Music Teachers and related members across Ontario. ORMTA is affiliated with the national association, the Canadian Federation of Music Teachers' Associations (CFMTA). The aim of ORMTA is to encourage and provide the highest calibre of music education possible and to promote
08/20/2026
Congratulations to Dr. Sandra DiCienzo, ORMTA's Secretary-Registrar, for winning the CFMTA National Essay Competition at the Doctoral Level! You can read her essay "Communities of Musical Practice: a space of connection, collaboration and well-being " here: https://www.cfmta.org/en/essay-competition/
08/19/2026
Alice Byrnes was awarded first place in the 2026 Level 8 & 9 ORMTA Provincial Vocal Competition and also received the Sandra Mason Lieder Award. Way to go Alice!
https://youtu.be/XI63gYTQGjw
Alice Byrnes, 2026 Provincial Vocal Competition (Level 8 & 9) Winner Teacher: Heather Faris (Barrie Branch)Collaborative Artist: Diane ...
08/18/2026
Find a qualified music teacher in your neighbourhood with our online, teacher directory!
https://www.ormta.org/find-a-teacher
08/17/2026
Here is Chelsea Gong, winner of the 2026 Level 8 & 9 ORMTA Provincial Piano Competition. Congratulations Chelsea! https://youtu.be/xUpMEui_GFc
Chelsea Gong, 2026 Provincial Piano Competition (Level 8 & 9) Winner Teacher: Catherine Donkin (Ottawa Region Branch)Program:Le Nez b...
08/15/2026
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08/14/2026
A warm welcome to the new ORMTA members listed in the Summer issue of Notes Magazine! Read "From the Registrar's Desk" here:
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08/13/2026
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Find more info about becoming a member on our website: www.ormta.org
Become a Member of ORMTA! Visit www.ormta.org for more information.
08/12/2026
Branches, as you are planning your year, don't forget that you can have your workshop listed on ORMTA's calendar and we'll also promote it on our social media channels. If you're hosting an in-person or online workshop or masterclass, please email [email protected] with details.
08/12/2026
Our Fresh Beats e-newsletter goes out to subscribing members each month and provides two, free professional development or teaching resources in each issue. Update your email preferences in your ORMTA profile to make sure you are receiving this helpful newsletter!
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08/10/2026
The motion to accept our new By-Laws has passed! A huge THANK YOU to the Councillors (now Board Members) for their work on this important document and to the membership for your support. The new By-Laws are now available in the Member Documents.
In accordance with these By-Laws, we'll be making some updates to the website and are also working on revising our Policies & Procedures. Check your inbox for Accent or other emails with important announcements, or log in to our website to view the "Notices" page: https://www.ormta.org/notices.
Please contact us if you have any questions: https://www.ormta.org/contact-us