The Pittsburgh Piano Teachers Association was organized in 1936 to provide a supportive, educational organization to improve the quality and standard of piano instruction to students of the private piano teacher.

The organization evolved from informal groups of teachers who met to discuss the latest teaching methods presented by the nationally known music educators brought to the city by Volkwein's Music Store. From the first gathering of 90 teachers, PPTA has worked to improve the education of piano students.

The association includes both private teachers and those who serve as instructors in schools and colleges in the Pittsburgh area. PPTA is not affiliated with the National Federation of Music Clubs (NFMC), and the Pennsylvania Music Teachers' Association (PMTA), although some of our members do belong to these other groups. New members joining us are encouraged to join NFMC and PMTA.

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