In-Person events
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Network and mingle
In our first hybrid event of the new school year, we would like to invite you to our network mixer that will be held in-person and broadcast live simultaneously on Zoom for those who are not able to join us in person. The event will be held in Universal City (address will be sent in the RSVP confirmation email) on Wednesday evening, September 28th from 6:00 - 8:00 PM. Please share the invite with colleagues as there is much to discuss. Click here to RSVP: tinyurl.com/LASMTAMixer If you are not able to come in-person, you can also join us via Zoom. Zoom Meeting ID: 839 7447 3907 Password: 583767 |
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Scholarship opportunities for students
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Stewart Rupp Scholarship
Stewart Rupp (1940-2013) was the instrumental music teacher at Paul Revere M.S. for 35 years before retiring in 2003. He was also a professional trumpet player and active member of LASMTA. After his retirement, Stew spent much of his time giving back to the community by mentoring music teachers in LAUSD and volunteering as a docent for the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra. His love for the city of Los Angeles and its architecture led him to give walking tours of downtown architecture for the Los Angeles Conservancy. In order for students to qualify for this scholarship, teachers must be an LASTMA member for the school year. Deadline to apply (application and essay) is now closed for the year 2022. Applications will open again in the spring. 
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LASMTA Private Music Lessons Scholarship
The Los Angeles Secondary Music Teachers Association is offering a limited number of scholarships to secondary (middle and high school) students who show exceptional promise and achievement in the field of music. Those recommended should be beyond the beginning level and demonstrate above average accomplishment in music preparation worthy of public performance.
In order for students to qualify for this scholarship, teachers must be an LASTMA member for the school year. Deadline to apply (application and essay) is now closed. Applications will open again in the spring. 
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Two types of scholarships will be offered
Scholarship #1 is for students who have studied privately.
Scholarship #2 is for students who have received training only in the public schools.
Who is eligible to audition
Scholarships will be available for voice students and instrumentalists (woodwind, brass, percussion, string, piano, guitar) in grades 6 - 12.
Scholarship amount and disbursement
The scholarships of $250 each will be paid directly to the private music teacher. Recipients will be selected on the basis of audition and evaluation by a panel of judges.
Scholarship #1 is for students who have studied privately.
Scholarship #2 is for students who have received training only in the public schools.
Who is eligible to audition
Scholarships will be available for voice students and instrumentalists (woodwind, brass, percussion, string, piano, guitar) in grades 6 - 12.
Scholarship amount and disbursement
The scholarships of $250 each will be paid directly to the private music teacher. Recipients will be selected on the basis of audition and evaluation by a panel of judges.