Welcome!
This website is designed to help piano teachers interested in developing a network of colleagues and accessing professional development opportunities as well as for parents looking to enroll their children in piano lessons. We encourage existing members of APTA to log into the members-only area where we have posted electronic versions of our newsletter and a detailed, searchable database. Should you be unable to find what you’re looking for, please contact us. We’d be glad to help.
Highlights
- Continuing Education – receive funds for workshops, master classes, and more!
- Scholarships – apply by July 15th of each year, receive money for further education, music resources, or anything else you may desire!
- Our quarterly newsletter – for members only (but membership is only $45/year!)
- Creative Music Writing Competition – Applications open June 1st.
Upcoming Events
If you have an idea for a session that would be beneficial to your piano teacher colleagues, please let us know. APTA has continuing education funds to help bring clinicians and workshops to our members.
Conference 2026 – September 25th-26th, 2026 “GRIT AND GRACE: WHERE STRENGTH AND ARTISTRY UNITE”
iHotel Red Deer
Featuring Katherine & Christopher Fisher of Piano Safari
Registration is open now – register here!
We are looking for donations for the Artisan Table at the conference!
All proceeds go towards scholarships and bursaries.
Are you a crafter? Jam maker? Knitter? Whatever it may be, donate to the Artisan Table silent auction at our conference and know that you are contributing to musical advancement for the next generation. Start crafting now and contact Dara (pianomelodies@shaw.ca) with your donations.
Webinars & Workshops
MISSED THE LAST WEBINAR?
“Playing” Music: Incorporating Play-Based Learning in Piano Lessons with Bronwyn Schuman
Recording available NOW – for members only!
Calgary Coffee Parties – North & South!
Edmonton Pedagogy Etudes
Second Wednesday of every month, returning in September.
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