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Directory Introduction
The attached listings of Music Teachers is comprehensive. It includes 75 active members of Albuquerque Music Teachers Association, most of whom live in or near Albuquerque. The information for individual members includes the name of each teacher, designated area of primary teaching expertise, zip code location, and contact information. Each listing includes access to an individual web page to provide a more extensive description of teacher and studio.
Membership listings are presented in three formats. To locate a teacher by name, utilize the alphabetical listing . Additionally, users can search for teachers arranged by teaching speciality or zip code location.
The independent web page for each teacher is an important source of information. In addition to address and more comprehensive contact information, most include descriptions of educational background, studio information, and areas of teaching interest and expertise. In addition to the individual web pages, many teachers have information on other websites. Outside websites include unm.edu or other schools. Additionally, a number of teachers sponsor their own personal website which provide a much more comprehensive picture than available in the pages in this site. Links to outside websites are activated by double clicking on the name of the individual teacher: Teacher Name .
The organization of the tables will expedite finding desired information. If the name of the teacher is known, alphabetical listing provides the quickest access to the desired information. If searching for a voice, violin, or other specialist, start by checking teaching speciality. NOTE: Many teachers specialize in more than one area. If location is an important consideration (Albuquerque is a large place) go to zip code location. It is also convenient by toggle between listings. A user can double click on the title heading at the top of the page to access the listing organized by the selected title. This will expedite locating teachers who: 1. teach violin and live in northeast section of town; 2. teach piano in the East Mountains; 3. teach voice on West bank; etc.
The Independent Page for each teacher includes the following:
- Areas of specialization:
- Piano, Voice, Violin, Composition, Theory, etc.
- Last and First Name:
- A name underlined links to a website with more information about the teacher.
- The designation "NCTM" following a name indicates the teacher is Nationally Certified by MTNA.
- Contact Information:
- e-mail address expedites sending an e-mail message
- Phone Number
- General teacher information:
- biographical information
- studio information
- student level and age information
- Studio Address:
- Street address, Zip code
- Nearest major intersection
When searching for an AMTA member to provide a music educational experience, it is suggested a user select the names of two or three qualified teachers most likely to meet a student's specific aspirations. Read the informaton on the independent pages and personal websites where available. Contact applicable teachers, and consider arranging an interview in the studio for further information on studio policies, teaching methods, and lesson format. If practical, it may be useful to listen to some of the students of the teacher play.
All AMTA members have access to the student programs outlined in the home page. Most independent professional music teachers in Albuquerque charge competitive rates, usually on an advance monthly basis. A commitment of at least six months is desirable.