* ORMTA members are qualified
educators who have passed rigorous testing in both practical and theoretical
subjects. They have an Associate diploma from a recognized Conservatory of
Music or have a Bachelor of Music degree from a recognized University.
* Teachers must have pedagogical
training in the subject area of instruction. ORMTA teachers must
demonstrate their success in teaching by submitting results from Conservatory
examinations or Music Festival adjudications
* Students are permitted to be
taught a musical instrument during school hours, provided that the lessons do
not exceed one half-day per week (section 6, sub-section 2 of Ontario's
Provincial Legislation).
* ORMTA members give instruction
to students who are successful in obtaining school credit for practical
examinations.
* Only students of ORMTA members
are:
eligible to participate in
ORMTA recitals and competitions
eligible to receive ORMTA
scholarships, including those given by ORMTA at the Kiwanis Music Festival
* ORMTA promotes and sponsors
workshops , recitals, masterclasses and an annual competition.
