WELCOME TO THE INSTITUTE OF REGISTERED MUSIC TEACHERS OF NZ

The Institute of Registered Music Teachers of New Zealand (IRMTNZ) is a professional organisation which supports music teachers by providing regular professional development opportunities and upholding standards of excellence in the teaching of the art of music.

Our aims are:

• To develop the musical potential of each student
• To promote and encourage excellence in music education
• To provide opportunities for performance and encourage creativity
• To promote musical understanding of all genres
• To provide music teachers with continuing education
• To ensure that music continues to be part of the future cultural heritage of New Zealand

The IRMTNZ produces a Journal "Ritmico" three times a year which is sent to all members and subscription holders.

Our annual conference is usually held in January each year and includes the Annual General Meeting, seminars, workshops and performances, and provides an opportunity for professional development for attendees. 

The IRMT also offers the Diploma of the Institute. Refer to the Professional Training section of the website for more details.

Membership Subscriptions

IRMTNZ members received their membership renewal forms with the March Ritmico. Thank you to all those who have already paid their memberships. Members also received a professional development form which some of you have already completed. The main source of income for the Institute is membership dues, and we greatly appreciate your continuing support. This enables us to provide high quality publications, professional development opportunities and up to date news and information using a variety of media, including our website. For details of membership fees, refer to the 2012 Fees document

Professional Development:  In service Training Course

Unit A:   Beginners to Grade 5 for Piano Teachers course was run in Christchurch on 20-21 April 2012. There were 15 very enthusisastic participants. A review of this course will appear in the next issue of Ritmico at the end of June and will be published on the website thereafter.

Conference 2012 - Palmerston North, 13-15 January

The conference was a great success, with 110 full attendees plus some for specific sessions. Feedback has been very positive. Refer to the Ritmico page for excerpts from the latest Ritmico, which include key conference session reviews. You can view conference photos at the Conference link.

Year Book

The IRMTNZ Year Book may be downloaded from the membership page. It contains a list and index of members, general information and audited accounts.  (Note: Broadband is advisable as this 123 page pdf is 7 meg in size.)

Membership of the Institute

Gaining registration as an Associate member of the Institute of Registered Music Teachers is a worthwhile achievement and a qualification to hold proudly. The IRMTNZ welcomes applications for membership from music teachers.  Associate membership is granted to those who have satisfied the Registration Board's criteria for registration. Provisional membership is granted to those who are close to completing the requirements for full registration.  Students who have recently graduated with a music degree or music diploma are also welcome to apply for the status of Student Graduate, as a stepping stone to full Associate membership.  Please see the Membership page for more details.

New Years 2012 Honours List

   We congratulate the following IRMTNZ Member who has been honoured:

   Clare Averil Derby – awarded QSM (Queen’s Service Medal) for services to music 

Queen's Birthday Honours List 2011.

   We congratulate the following IRMTNZ Members who have been honoured:

   Diedre Irons - awarded ONZM (Officer of the Order) for services to music

   Ngaire Guy - awarded MNZM (Member of the Order) for services to music