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The Piano Teachers Congress provides piano teachers in the NY metropolitan area with mutual support, professional development and exciting opportunities.

The Piano Teachers Congress of New York began its existence as the John M. Williams Club in October of 1926. It was renamed The Piano Teachers Congress in 1928 and incorporated in 1973. The mission of the organization, stated by its first President, Lester B. Major, was “to promote interest in music in the home and community, to study principles of teaching, to discuss problems of the teacher and to stimulate helpfulness and friendliness among the teachers.” For more than 80 years, the Piano Teachers Congress has grown in size and stature. During this period of time our membership has included a long list of prominent teachers whose students have become well-known both nationally and internationally. Our organization has always moved in step with the time and has presented events that reflect the interest of our current members. However, our goals have always remained the same: to provide performance opportunities not only for students likely to pursue piano music at college or university, but also for those whose ultimate aim is to experience the joy of music-making; and to offer teachers the possibility of learning about the latest developments in the field of piano pedagogy.

10/27/2026

🎹 Save the Dates! PTCNY Honors Program 2027
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We are delighted to announce the return of the PTCNY Honors Program, celebrating the artistry, dedication, and achievements of outstanding young pianists!
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Open to students of active PTCNY members, the program offers opportunities for recognition, awards, and performance at Merkin Hall.
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📅 Important Dates
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Application Deadline: February 26, 2027
Live Auditions: March 6–7, 2027
Winners’ Recital & Awards Ceremony: April 17, 2027
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✨ Applications will open soon!
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We encourage teachers and students to begin preparing and look forward to sharing additional details in the coming weeks.
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10/23/2026

🇪🇸 Join us for our next PTCNY workshop as we celebrate the 150th anniversary of Spanish composer Manuel de Falla’s birth!
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🎹 Celebrating Manuel de Falla’s 150th Birthday: Fantasía Bética
A Lecture-Recital with Dr. Marina Bengoa Roldán
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Explore the rich Spanish musical traditions behind de Falla’s Fantasía Bética, from the expressive world of cante jondo to the rhythms and percussive gestures of flamenco.
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Through performance, historical insights, and original manuscripts, Dr. Bengoa Roldán will illuminate the fascinating connections between Spanish folk traditions and de Falla’s innovative piano writing.
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📅 Wednesday, November 11, 2026
🕥 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Ida K. Lang Recital Hall, Hunter College, NYC
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✨ We look forward to welcoming you!
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🔗 Learn more and RSVP at pianoteacherscongress.org (link in bio).
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10/19/2026

🎹 Join us this Wednesday for PTCNY’s Open Forum!
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Connect with fellow piano teachers, share ideas, ask questions, and join the conversation about topics that matter to our teaching community!
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💬 Have a topic in mind? Help shape the discussion by voting for what you’d most like to explore.
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✨ RSVP, cast your vote, and join us for an engaging exchange of ideas!
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🔗 Sign up through the link in our bio. We look forward to seeing you there!
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10/15/2026

Thank you to the wonderful Yi-heng Yang for leading today’s inspiring workshop, to Hunter for hosting, and to everyone who joined us for a morning of music, learning, and thoughtful exchange! 🎹✨
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We’re grateful to our PTCNY community for making these gatherings so special and look forward to seeing you at our next event!
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Stay tuned for more opportunities to connect, learn, and share music together.
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10/09/2026

🎹 Creative Pathways: Historical Practice & Improvisation

How can historical performance practices and improvisation inspire creativity in our music-making and teaching?

Join the Piano Teachers Congress of New York next Wednesday for a special presentation with pianist Yi-heng Yang, exploring the intersection of historical practice, improvisation, and creative expression.

📅 Wednesday, October 14 | 10:30 AM
📍 Lang Hall, Hunter College

We look forward to seeing you there!

🔗 Learn more at pianoteacherscongress.org (link in bio).

09/25/2026

Kicking off the 2026–2027 season! 🎹✨

The PTCNY Board gathered for our annual fall meeting to plan the exciting programs, events, and opportunities ahead. We’re looking forward to another wonderful year of music, learning, and community!

Thank you PianoPiano for hosting us!

09/21/2026

✨ Creative Pathways: Historical Practice & Improvisation
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Join PTCNY for our first professional development workshop of the season with pianist and historical keyboardist Yi-Heng Yang!
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Explore how historically inspired improvisation can open new creative pathways in teaching and performance. Through practical harmony, ex tempore improvisation, cadenzas, ornamentation, and model-based improvisation, this workshop will offer ideas for cultivating greater musical freedom, imagination, and interpretive confidence in the studio.
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📅 Wednesday, October 14
🕥 10:30 AM–12:00 PM
📍 Lang Hall at Hunter College, Room 424N
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🎹 RSVP opening soon!
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Learn more at pianoteacherscongress.org
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09/17/2026

📅 One week to go!

Join PTCNY President Margarita Rovenskaya next Thursday, September 24 at 10:00 AM ET for our annual Welcome Meeting & Season Kick-Off!
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Get a preview of the year ahead, including upcoming opportunities for your students, professional development events, and ways to get involved with PTCNY.
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✨ Don’t forget to register on our website to receive the Zoom link!
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We look forward to welcoming you and kicking off the 2026–27 season together! 🎹

09/08/2026

🎉 The 2026–2027 PTCNY season is here! 🎹
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Join us for another year of student performance and professional development opportunities!
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Masterclasses, festivals, and workshops for teachers and students throughout the year.
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Save this post for a quick season overview, and visit our website for full program details, application information, and updates.
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📆Fall Welcome Meeting • Sept 24
DM us for the Zoom meeting link!
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06/30/2026

What a season!
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As our Centennial Year comes to a close, we’re reflecting on a remarkable season filled with inspiring performances, world-class artists, meaningful conversations, and a vibrant community of teachers and students.
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From competitions and recitals to workshops, masterclasses, Open Forums, and our Centennial Play-a-thon, this year celebrated not only 100 years of PTCNY history, but the people who continue to shape its future.
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Thank you to every member, student, teacher, volunteer, adjudicator, presenter, donor, and audience member who made this season possible.
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Here’s to the next 100 years. 🎹✨
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10014-2405

Website

http://pianoteacherscongress.org/

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