Maine Music Teachers Association
Pop-Up Events
After our inaugural Pop Up Event of “Four Hands and a Mug” in April 2026, we are thrilled to share our plans for future events! Our goal is to spark connection and community among teachers across Maine through low-key, locally hosted gatherings.
Volunteer to Host an Event
To make this happen, we’re looking for volunteers to host events around the state on the designated weekends. Choose a date, time, and location that works for you, and feel free to put your own creative spin on the theme—whatever inspires you.
Email Carrie Clement at carrieclement@gmail.com by the listed deadline with your proposed details (date, time, location, and any helpful notes). Once plans are set, we’ll share the schedule with members. Interested teachers will contact you directly to participate.
These events are designed to be simple and cost-free to host, with no fee for MaineMTA members to attend. We ask non-members to contribute $10 per event, paid to the host, who will then forward the funds to the state treasurer. Checks should be made payable to MaineMTA.
Schedule of Events
Studio Open House for Teachers
October 2–4, 2026
Visit a peer’s teaching space to explore how another educator organizes their environment, materials, and routines. Browse resources, discover favorite tools and activities, and gather ideas to adapt for your own teaching. Bonus: combine visits to create a Studio Crawl!
Below are the locations and contact info. Please let the host know if you plan to attend. We welcome non-MaineMTA members, but ask that they contribute $10.00, payable to the host.
Portland
Host: Liz Manduca
Friday, October 9, 2026 from 9:00 am - 11:00 am
861 Washington Ave
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 233-9401
Note: Liz has very large library that teachers can peruse, and participants can play ensemble music including 4-hand arrangements of symphonies.
Concert Companion Month
February 2027
Deadline to host a group: January 8
Spend the month connecting through shared live music experiences. Plan to attend a local performance, invite a colleague, and attend together. This flexible initiative builds community, friendship, and inspiration while supporting local artists and venues. We can also look into securing discounted tickets for MaineMTA members.
4-Hands and a Mug
April 9–11, 2027
Deadline to volunteer to host: March 19
Gather for a casual duet read in a home, studio, or performance space. The goal is simple: relaxed music-making, good conversation, and something warm in hand.
Studio Reset: Outdoor Edition
June 4–6, 2027
Deadline to volunteer to host: May 14
Join colleagues outdoors for a relaxed, end-of-year gathering to reflect on the year, share successes and challenges, and exchange ideas for what comes next.