The Holland Piano Teachers Forum is an affiliate of the Michigan Music Teachers Association and the Music Teachers National Association. Our goal is to serve as a resource in meeting each member's myriad musical and professional needs, to promote fellowship among piano teachers, to promote discussion and interchange of thought in common problems and musical subjects, to elevate the economic and artistic levels of music teaching, and to practice the highest ideals of professional ethics.

Why Join the HPTF?

Benefits for teachers

  • Professional development: You will have access to weekly webinars and monthly meetings as     well as the chance to attend state and national conference—all to improve you teaching and musical skills.
  • Performance opportunities for your students:  Through HPTF sponsored Piano
    • Club, masterclasses and student achievement testing, your students could have at least 8 additional opportunities to play in a year.
  • Marketing: You will be listed on our website and Facebook page, including links to your             website or social media.
  • Discounts: Your membership gives you access to discounts on insurance, computers,   copying needs and more.  It also gives you access to advice on legal matters affecting studios.
  • Referrals: Your colleagues can help you fill your studio.
  • Certification:  You can become certified through the state or nationally.  These credentials show your teaching has been evaluated by expert educators.
  • Connections to performers and higher education experts: Your membership puts you in contact with a pool of musicians—from stage performers to professors.
  • Subscription: You will receive a monthly copy of the American Music Teacher as well as state, local and national monthly updates on the music teaching world and best practices.

Benefits for students + families

  • Experienced and professional: Teachers you choose through HPTF are committed to teaching music comprehensively (including not only performance but also technique, theory, sight-reading, and listening.
  • Committed:  HPTF teachers are in for the longterm, providing continuity from year to year.
  • Educated:  Most HPTF teachers have a degree in music, education or both.  Some have advanced degrees.
  • Aware of performance opportunities for students: Normally students get one, maybe two recitals.  HPTF teachers can provide many more opportunities through Piano Club, Student Achievement Testing, masterclasses and other area competitions and festivals
  • In contact with colleagues: Teaching of any kind can be challenging.  It’s always good to have colleagues to seek advice from, compare notes with or borrow materials from.
  • Sponsors of Piano Club:  Piano Club offers students added opportunities to perform and it gives them a chance to meet other pianists their age in our area.
  • Sponsors of Students Achievement Testing: SAT motivates and confirms student progress.
Officers 2024 - 2025
   President: Jill Kloosterman
   Vice-President: Lora Kolean
   Secretary: Vonnie Ritsema
   Treasurer: Ellen DeJong
2024-25 Piano Club Brochure
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Teachers of the Year and Past Presidents
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