New Mexico ASTA

06/03/2026

🎻 Free String Pedagogy Events at UNM • June 10–12 🎻
Join us for three days of inspiring classes, masterclasses, and presentations featuring internationally recognized Suzuki Teacher Trainers Trina Carey Hodgson and Edmund Sprunger, alongside UNM faculty artists Dr. Cármelo de los Santos, Dr. Christoph Wagner, and Dr. Aaron Jacobs.
Events include:
– Public violin and cello masterclasses with audience Q&A
– Observation of daily group classes for young string players
– A presentation on Paul Rolland’s movement-based approach to string pedagogy
– Opportunities to connect with fellow teachers, performers, students, and families
All events are free and open to the public and will take place at the University of New Mexico and Robertson & Sons Violin Shop.
Whether you're a string teacher, performer, student, parent, or simply curious about how great string players are developed, we hope you'll join us!
Please share this flyer with colleagues, students, families, and anyone who may be interested. We look forward to seeing you there!

02/16/2026

Join us this Sunday, February 22, for a pre conference workshop at UNM!

01/18/2026

We’re so excited to be the recipients of the Most Improved State Chapter Award for 2026! 🎉

01/16/2026

11/30/2025

Today’s the last day to vote for NM ASTA VP and nominate for NM State Chapter awards!

Please vote for the proposed candidate OR a write in candidate, AND make your nominations for State Chapter awards for 2026.

05/28/2025

Join us for a summer picnic this Saturday, May 31 at 2:00 at the Boyack residence. We can’t wait to celebrate the end of the school year with you!

04/23/2025

https://youtu.be/-Quk1BzWozM?si=qho6ykF7tz1Aj28t

The ASTA Eclectic Styles Committee is starting a new initiative, and applications are due April 30!

For more info, visit the website: astastrings.org/site/mentor-program

03/10/2025

Join us this Friday, March 15, at 3:00 pm for a preview of Dr. Karlstrom’s presentation for the National ASTA convention. This session will offer an overview of common technical issues in upper string players, discuss their root causes, and offer strategies for developing and maintaining tension-free technique. Hope to see you there!

02/09/2025

Hey, we know her! 👀

I hope you’re joining us at the 2025 ASTA Conference!