All events will be in Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC)
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SUNDAY, JUNE 4
11:30-3:30 Registration - Sinclair Auditorium Lobby
12:00-1:30 IMTA/West Music Scholarship Auditions - Sinclair Auditorium
2:00-2:50 Opening Keynote Address—Chris Goldston - Daehler-Kitchin Auditorium
Continuing the Legacy: The Music of
Christopher and Margaret Goldston
Christopher Goldston is pleased to announce the launch
of his new website and publishing company. Goldston
Music is dedicated to the publication and promotion of
the compositions by Christopher Goldston and the late
Margaret Goldston. Christopher will discuss the process
of producing new publications as digital downloads for
his website, as well as his use of social media and YouTube
to continue the Goldston family legacy.
3:00-3:50 Opening Session—Allison Chenoweth - Daehler-Kitchin Auditorium
Using World Music Repertoire in the Studio
Music from around the world is easier than ever to
access and use in the studio. We will discuss new music
publications and why it is important to include it in lessons.
4:15-5:30 Honors Recital—Cate Bryant - Sinclair Auditorium
5:30-7:00 Picnic - Alumni House
7:00-8:30 Iowa All-Stars in Concert - Sinclair Auditorium
[CR LF]Premiere of IMTA Commissioned Compositions [CR LF] Perry Mears, IMTA Commissioning Chair
8:30 Reception - Sinclair Lobby -
Sponsored by West Music
MONDAY, JUNE 5
7:00 - 8:30 Executive Board Meeting - Alumni House
8:30 - 8:45 Registration - Marquis Hall, Room 105
8:45 - 10:15 Presentation: Dr. Suzanne Torkelson - D-K Auditorium
New Music on the IMTA Repertoire List
Hear the newest repertoire to be added to the state
Auditions syllabus.
10:15 - 10:30 Break/Exhibits
10:30 - 12:00 Advanced Masterclass—Daniel Shapiro - D-K Auditorium
12:00 - 12:30 Presentation: Michelle Sisler - Marquis Hall Room 102
Keys to Imagination: Tools for the Studio
12:30 - 1:30 Lunch
1:30 - 2:30 Presentation: Julie Knerr Hague - D-K Auditorium
Lost Gems of the Teaching Repertoire
This session will present pieces that until now have
been lost to history. Teachers will be inspired to expand
their teaching repertoire as they hear some superb
pieces by lesser-known composers. While continuing to
teach the standard greats by Bach and Beethoven, students
can also study great works by Battmann, Bonis, Boëly, and
Birkedal-Barfod. The session will focus on repertoire at the
elementary through early advanced levels.
2:30 - 2:45 Break
2:45 - 3:45 Elementary Masterclass—Chris Goldston - D-K Auditorium
3:45 - 4:00 Break
4:00 - 4:45 Presentation—Nicole Messerschmitt - D-K Auditorium
Early Impressions from France
Nicole will introduce repertoire and ideas for
your elementary- and intermediate-level students
to help them prepare to tackle the music of
20th-century France
4:45 - 5:00 Exhibits (close at 5:00) - Room 102
5:30 - 6:00 Cocktail Hour - Alumni House
6:00-7:15 Banquet Alumni House
6:00 - 7:15 Banquet - Alumni House
6:00-7:15 Banquet Alumni House
7:30-8:30 Conference Artist Recital featuring - Sinclair Auditorium
Daniel Shapiro
Post-Concert Reception - Sinclair Lobby
Sponsored by Rieman Music
TUESDAY, JUNE 6
7:30-8:45 Local Association Breakfast - Alumni House
9:00-10:00 Presentation: Julie Knerr Hague - D-K Auditorium
Thinking Deeply About Reading
Are students really reading notation? Or have they
formed false assumptions about reading? Teaching
students to read notation is a complicated process
that takes an extended period of time. In this session,
we will explore four ingredients that are necessary for
laying to solid foundation in reading music notation.
10:00-10:30 Break/Exhibits - Marquis Hall Room 102
10:30-11:30 Presentation-Daniel Shapiro - Daehler-Kitchin
11:45-1:15 Business Meeting Lunch - Alumni House
1:30-2:30 Tech Presentation—Jason Sifford - Daehler-Kitchin Auditorium
Design it Yourself: Tips and Tools for making
your own posters, programs, and brochures
2023 IMTA State Conference Hotel Option:
Staybridge Suites, Cedar Rapids North
4444 Czech Lane NE, 52402
319-294-8700
Double Queen Room-$129/night
King Room-$109/night
Reservations to get the conference rate must be made by May 4. After that, the regular room rates will apply.
2023 IMTA Slate of Officers
President: Dr. Sharon Jensen
President-Elect: Allison Chenoweth
1st VP, State Auditions Chair: Dr. Andrea Johnson
2nd VP, Membership Chair: TBD
3rd VP, Local Associations Chair: Mary Beth Shaffer
Treasurer: Cate Bryan
Secretary: Dr. Abbie Brewer
Collegiate Member at Large: Dr. Tammie Walker
Independent Member at Large: Nai-Ying Liao