Student Activities
Student Achievement Testing
2010 MMTA Semi-Finals
Saturday, April 17, 2010
Central Division: Memorial Presbyterian Church, Midland
Eastern Division: Madonna University
Western Division: Hope College
- Audition Sites for Semi-Finals 2010 (39K PDF)
- Semi-Final Application Guidelines (52K PDF)
2010 MMTA State Finals
May 8, 2010
MSU Music Building, Main Campus, East Lansing
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can participate in Student Achievement Testing?
Students of MMTA members who have paid their annual dues by November 1 of the current school year can participate in the testing program.
What is Student Achievement Testing?
Student Achievement Testing is an annual testing opportunity provided to Michigan students grades K through 12 studying with an MMTA member teacher. The program is a voluntary project of MMTA.
The program is designed for Piano, String, Voice, and Woodwind instruments. All requirements are published in the various individual instrument Student Achievement Testing Handbooks.
The testing consists of five parts: Performance, Theory, Technique, Sight-Reading/Transposition, and Aural Awareness.
Why should a student participate?
Growth realized in preparing for the Student Achievement Tests is invaluable. It encourages a sense of accomplishment in meeting goals while developing commitment and self-discipline.
When and where does Student Achievement Testing take place?
It takes place in the spring each year, usually during the month of March depending upon the local site. Testing is held at 20 local sites throughout the state.
Is there a fee?
Yes, a fee is required to participate in the program each year. The fee covers the cost of the test and curriculum printing, rental of facilities and equipment, performance judges, and certificates and trophies.
For More Information
Contact Deborah Beachnau, Student Achievement Testing Coordinator.
Phone: 517-484-2296
Email: beachnau@msu.edu