2025 Music Teacher Matters Conference
Innovate, Lead, Inspire
Join us for an inspiring conference dedicated to enhancing music education.
11th & 12th October, 2025
Western Sydney University
Parramatta South Campus: Building EE, Ian and Nancy Turbott Auditorium
Cnr James Ruse Drive & Victoria Road Rydalmere NSW
About the Conference
1 Keynote
2 Days
21 Speakers
21 Topics
It is with great enthusiasm that we invite you to be part of the 2025 Music Teachers' Association of NSW State Conference – Music Teacher Matters: Innovate, Lead, Inspire.
As the peak body for music education in NSW, the MTA is proud to lead the way in professional development, advocacy, and community-building for studio and school-based music educators and professional musicians.
At its heart, the conference is about elevating the profession and empowering teachers to become lifelong learners, confident leaders and catalysts for change. We believe in the transformative power of community — creating inspiring spaces for educators to connect, collaborate, and grow together.
We ignite passion, renew purpose, and equip teachers to deliver outstanding music education that will inspire and shape the next generation of musicians and mentors.
Join us to Innovate, Lead, and Inspire the future of music education.
Presenters & Topics
Keynote Speaker: Professor Peter Tregear OAM
Making Musical Sense (and Sensibility) in the Age of AI
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Dr Brett McKern
David Miller AM
Flutist, James Kortum
Dr Rita Crews OAM
Associate Professor
Dr Jeanell Carrigan AM
Joanne Burrows
Dr Sue Carson
Fabricio Masson
Fassa Digital
Dr Isabella Mazzarolo
Mark Matthews
Engaging and Inspiring Students to Practise Regularly
Blues... It’s as Easy as ABC!
Vocal Masterclass
Marketing and Promoting Your Business
Navigating Performance Anxiety in the Teaching Studio
Paul Myatt
Rachel Cox
Justin McKee
Dr Lu Liu
Alex Solo, Sprint Law
Success with Group Lessons: the Top 3 Must-Haves
Business Legals 101
Teaching Popular Music Authentically
Teaching Neurodivergent Learners
Bridging the Gap
Incorporating Composing into your Practical Teaching
HSC Australian Piano Repertoire
Collaborative Piano and Professional Partner
Collaborative Piano and Professional Partner
Online Examinations - What Teachers Need To Know
Meryl Jackson-Kew
Paul Matthews
Karen Carey OAM
Panel Round Table
Dr Rob Woodward
A Sight-Reading Odyssey - A Sight-Reading and Sight-Singing approach for all students
Teaching Jazz
The Principles & Practices Of Wise AI Use
The School Connection: How MTANSW Can Champion Classroom Music
Music Teacher Matters: Innovate, Lead, Inspire
Arjun Karthik, Outcoach
Music Schools: Creating ‘Students for Life’ With Next-Gen Tech
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Important Event Information
Please note that all tickets include catering at the event.
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