Halloween Recital [Parkwood Estates]
2025-10-25 14:30 - 15:30 (America/Denver) | Parkwood Estates, 2201 South Lemay, Fort Collins, Colorado
FCMTA Halloween Recital info:
For this recital, “spooky” or Fall-themed music is encouraged.
Students, if you would like to participate in this recital, discuss with your teacher. Teachers, you are encouraged to sign up students regardless of age, skill level, or genre of repertoire. There is a $5 fee per student, which goes into funding FCMTA events. Teachers, you may submit as many students as you would like. You can find the registration link in the member portal. This is a casual recital for students of all skills levels. Students are invited to dress up in their costume and play a spooky or fall themed piece for residents. Memorization is NOT required. Cost is $5 which helps to fund our program year. Students are also encouraged to bring a can of food to be donated to the Larimer County Food Bank. We draw names out of a pumpkin so there is no program or set order. Students will receive a piece of candy or small prize as they leave. Parents, please sit in the back as the residents are encouraged to sit up front.

Memorization is NOT required. Duets with fellow students or with teachers is allowed.
Arrive 10-15 minutes before the recital time
Cost is $5 per student
For questions or clarification, contact the recital organizer:

Jesse Pierson – jessepierson89@gmail.com – (253) 439-8504

Halloween Recital [Worthington Independent Living]
2025-10-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Worthington Independent Living, 900 Worthington Cir, Fort Collins, CO, 80526, United States

Halloween Recital [Morning Star Assisted Living]
2025-10-26 15:00 - 16:00 | Morning Star Assisted Living, 3509 Lochwood Dr, Fort Collins, CO, 80525

November Student Recital
2025-11-07 19:00 - 20:00 | Trinity Lutheran Church, 301 E Stuart, Fort Collins, CO, 80525, United States
FCMTA Student Recital info:
Students, if you would like to participate in this recital, discuss with your teacher. Teachers, you are encouraged to sign up students regardless of age, skill level, or genre of repertoire. Due to the cost of facilities, there is a $5 fee per student and there need to be a minimum of 10 students for the recital to take place. Teachers, you may submit as many students as you would like. You can find the registration link in the member portal. While this is a relatively low-stakes performance opportunity, please ask students to dress appropriately for a church-venue recital. Some of the older students are taking it very seriously and it lessens their experience when certain standards are not kept.

Memorization is encouraged, but not required. Duets with fellow students or with teachers is allowed.
Arrive 10-15 minutes before the recital time
Cost is $5 per student
For questions or clarification, contact the recital organizer:

Jesse Pierson – jessepierson89@gmail.com – (253) 439-8504

Adult Recital
2025-11-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Nakagawa Home, 7045 Aladar Drive, Windsor, CO, 80550, United States
The recital will take place in the home of Bryan and Phyllis Nakagawa, 7045 Aladar Drive, Windsor, CO 80550.

FCMTA Adult Recital Info
All adult music students who are 21 years and older are welcome to share prepared music with other adult musicians. Teachers, you are encouraged to sign up students regardless of skill level, or genre of repertoire. Memorization is NOT required. You can find the registration link in the member portal. Everyone is welcome to bring a guest as well as something to share at the reception: either a favorite beverage, appetizer, or dessert. The first hour is reserved for performing, and the second hour is spent socializing and enjoying the company of everyone in attendance.

Fall Festival
2025-11-15 | CSU Runyan Hall, 1400 Remington St, Fort Collins, Colorado
The Fall Festival is an annual event put on by FCMTA. It is a formal event where students perform two contrasting pieces for a panel of judges who provide them with feedback on their performance. After all the performers have played, the judges will select deserving students to perform in the evening “Honors Recital.” All the performers are encouraged to attend. After the performance, awards will be given to all participants.
Students, if you would like to participate in this event, discuss with your teacher. Teachers, you are encouraged to register as many students as you would like. While it is open to students of all ages and skill levels, they should be adequately prepared for this formal event and able to meet the memorization, and thematic requirements of the event. You can find the registration link in the member portal.

Cost: $30
Theme: “Dance Music”
Schedule:

Individual performances will take place all day
Honors Recital will take place at 7:00PM in Runyan Hall, which is in the University Center for the Arts on the CSU campus

Holiday Play-A-Thon
2025-12-06 09:00 - 16:00 | Foothills Mall, 215 E Foothills Pkwy, Fort Collins, CO, 80525
FCMTA will have a keyboard and section of folding chairs for an audience set up on the Foothills Mall for students to perform music throughout the day. It is a casual setting, therefore, the music does not need to be memorized. All skill levels are welcome. Teachers, please find the sign-up sheet in the “Member Portal” where you can reserve any number of 30-minute blocks for your studio. Arrange with your students/families to fill the block(s).

Ensemble Recital
2026-01-30 19:00 - 20:30 | Trinity Lutheran Church, 301 E Stuart, Fort Collins, CO, 80525, United States
FCMTA Ensemble Recital info:
This recital is only for ensemble pieces. Performances can include (but are not limited to) chamber music, 4-hand duets, 2-piano duets, pop and rock, voice and accompaniment, etc.
Students, if you would like to participate in this recital, discuss with your teacher. Teachers, you are encouraged to sign up students regardless of age, skill level, or genre of repertoire. Teacher’s please clearly label the needs for each performance (number of pianos, music stands, amplification, drum set, etc.). Due to the cost of facilities, there is a $5 fee per performance and there need to be a minimum of 10 performances for the recital to take place. Teachers, you may submit as many students as you would like. You can find the registration link in the member portal. While this is a relatively low-stakes performance opportunity, please ask students to dress appropriately for a church-venue recital. Some of the older students are taking it very seriously and it lessens their experience when certain standards are not kept.

Memorization is encouraged, but not required. Duets with fellow students or with teachers is allowed.
Arrive 10-15 minutes before the recital time
Cost is $5 per performance
For questions or clarification, contact the recital organizer:

Jesse Pierson – jessepierson89@gmail.com – (253) 439-8504

February Student Recital
2026-02-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Trinity Lutheran Church, 301 E Stuart, Fort Collins, CO, 80525, United States

Student Achievement Day
2026-03-07 | Trinity Lutheran Church, 301 E Stuart, Fort Collins, CO, 80525, United States
Student Achievement Day (StAD) is a non-competitive student event run by CSMTA local associations in Colorado, following guidelines created at the state level. Each student performs privately for a listener who evaluates the level of certificate to be earned as well as constructive feedback. Teachers, parents, and students can find the link for FCMTA Frequently Asked Questions here. Additionally, more intricate guidelines for certificate levels and music-related options, including written and aural tests, are found in the CSMTA Student Achievement Day Comprehensive Guidelines. These guidelines also explain how students may receive the status of “Super Achiever” by completing additional requirements. Students/Parents, ask your teacher for more information. Teachers, if you have not registered students for StAD before or have additional questions, contact the event chair or another board member.
Additional unique programs for FCMTA StAD will be announced closer to the event date, but may include: master classes, project/art displays, games, T-shirt design, recitals, scavenger hunts, music technology labs, and more!
Cost for event registration is $20 per student with additional merchandise available for purchase through registration.

Adult Recital
2026-04-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Nakagawa Home, 7045 Aladar Drive, Windsor, CO, 80550, United States
If any students or teachers would like to host this recital in their home, please contact the event organizer. Traditionally, the adult recitals are home recitals, but this one remains without a venue. If nobody volunteers, it will remain at Trinity Lutheran.

FCMTA Adult Recital Info
All adult music students who are 21 years and older are welcome to share prepared music with other adult musicians. Teachers, you are encouraged to sign up students regardless of skill level, or genre of repertoire. Memorization is NOT required. You can find the registration link in the member portal. Everyone is welcome to bring a guest as well as something to share at the reception: either a favorite beverage, appetizer, or dessert. The first hour is reserved for performing, and the second hour is spent socializing and enjoying the company of everyone in attendance.

April Student Recital (Pop/Jazz Theme)
2026-04-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Trinity Lutheran Church, 301 E Stuart, Fort Collins, CO, 80525, United States
FCMTA Student Recital info:
For this recital, Pop and Jazz music is encouraged, but not required.
Students, if you would like to participate in this recital, discuss with your teacher. Teachers, you are encouraged to sign up students regardless of age, skill level, or genre of repertoire. Due to the cost of facilities, there is a $5 fee per student and there need to be a minimum of 10 students for the recital to take place. Teachers, you may submit as many students as you would like. You can find the registration link in the member portal. While this is a relatively low-stakes performance opportunity, please ask students to dress appropriately for a church-venue recital. Some of the older students are taking it very seriously and it lessens their experience when certain standards are not kept.

Memorization is encouraged, but not required. Duets with fellow students or with teachers is allowed.
Arrive 10-15 minutes before the recital time
Cost is $5 per student
For questions or clarification, contact the recital organizer:

Jesse Pierson – jessepierson89@gmail.com – (253) 439-8504

May Honors Recital
2026-05-08 19:00 - 20:00 | Trinity Lutheran Church, 301 E Stuart, Fort Collins, CO, 80525, United States
FCMTA Honors Recital info:
Students, if you would like to participate in this recital, discuss with your teacher. Teachers, you may select two exemplary students of their choice for the honor of performing in this recital. Memorization is required. You are encouraged to sign up students you would like you showcase regardless of age, skill level, or genre of repertoire. Due to the cost of facilities, there is a $5 fee per student and there need to be a minimum of 10 students for the recital to take place. You can find the registration link in the member portal. While the venue is the same, this recital is intended to be a more formal event. Please dress accordingly.

Memorization is encouraged, but not required. Duets with fellow students or with teachers is allowed.
Arrive 10-15 minutes before the recital time
Cost is $5 per student
For questions or clarification, contact the recital organizer:

Jesse Pierson – jessepierson89@gmail.com – (253) 439-8504

October General Recital
2026-10-23 19:00 - 20:00 | Trinity Lutheran Church, 301 E Stuart, Fort Collins, CO, 80525, United States

November General Recital
2026-11-06 19:00 - 20:00 | Trinity Lutheran Church, 301 E Stuart, Fort Collins, CO, 80525, United States

Fall Festival
2026-11-14 | CSU Runyan Hall, 1400 Remington St, Fort Collins, Colorado
The Fall Festival is an annual event put on by FCMTA. It is a formal event where students perform two contrasting pieces for a panel of judges who provide them with feedback on their performance. After all the performers have played, the judges will select deserving students to perform in the evening “Honors Recital.” All the performers are encouraged to attend. After the performance, awards will be given to all participants.
Students, if you would like to participate in this event, discuss with your teacher. Teachers, you are encouraged to register as many students as you would like. While it is open to students of all ages and skill levels, they should be adequately prepared for this formal event and able to meet the memorization, and thematic requirements of the event. You can find the registration link in the member portal.

Cost: $30
Theme: “Music and Stories from Around the World”
Schedule:

Individual performances will take place all day
Honors Recital will take place at 7:00PM in Runyan Hall, which is in the University Center for the Arts on the CSU campus

January Ensemble Recital
2027-01-29 19:00 - 20:00 | Trinity Lutheran Church, 301 E Stuart, Fort Collins, CO, 80525, United States
FCMTA Student Recital info:
Students, if you would like to participate in this recital, discuss with your teacher. Teachers, you are encouraged to sign up students regardless of age, skill level, or genre of repertoire. Due to the cost of facilities, there is a $5 fee per student and there need to be a minimum of 10 students for the recital to take place. Teachers, you may submit as many students as you would like. You can find the registration link in the member portal. While this is a relatively low-stakes performance opportunity, please ask students to dress appropriately for a church-venue recital. Some of the older students are taking it very seriously and it lessens their experience when certain standards are not kept.

This is an ensemble themed recital. Please program accordingly.
Memorization is encouraged, but not required. Duets with fellow students or with teachers is allowed.
Arrive 10-15 minutes before the recital time
Cost is $5 per student
For questions or clarification, contact the recital organizer:

Jesse Pierson – jessepierson89@gmail.com – (253) 439-8504

February General Recital
2027-02-26 19:00 - 20:00 | Trinity Lutheran Church, 301 E Stuart, Fort Collins, CO, 80525, United States

April General Recital
2027-04-09 19:00 - 20:00 | Trinity Lutheran Church, 301 E Stuart, Fort Collins, CO, 80525, United States
FCMTA Student Recital info:
Students, if you would like to participate in this recital, discuss with your teacher. Teachers, you are encouraged to sign up students regardless of age, skill level, or genre of repertoire. Due to the cost of facilities, there is a $5 fee per student and there need to be a minimum of 10 students for the recital to take place. Teachers, you may submit as many students as you would like. You can find the registration link in the member portal. While this is a relatively low-stakes performance opportunity, please ask students to dress appropriately for a church-venue recital. Some of the older students are taking it very seriously and it lessens their experience when certain standards are not kept.

This is a Pop/Jazz themed recital. Please program accordingly.
Memorization is encouraged, but not required. Duets with fellow students or with teachers is allowed.
Arrive 10-15 minutes before the recital time
Cost is $5 per student
For questions or clarification, contact the recital organizer:

Jesse Pierson – jessepierson89@gmail.com – (253) 439-8504

Honors Recital
2027-04-30 19:00 - 20:00 | Trinity Lutheran Church, 301 E Stuart, Fort Collins, CO, 80525, United States

May General Meeting and Musicale
2027-05-10 09:00 - 11:00 | Trinity Lutheran Church, 301 E Stuart, Fort Collins, CO, 80525, United States
General Meeting: 9:00
Musicale: 10:00 – Teachers/members, please prepare music if you would like to share and perform. This is a casual performance setting and welcoming of all styles of music.
Notes: The general meeting is designed for professional development, discussion of upcoming events, delegation of tasks, organizational reports, spreading of news from the state and national level, as well as general camaraderie between local teachers of all kinds. All FCMTA members are encouraged to attend the monthly meeting and program. There will be a recording for those that are unable to attend. Collegiate chapter members of MTNA are encouraged. Prospective members are always welcome to come introduce themselves, ask questions, and get a feel for what the organization is about.
