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Become a Member

Members of ARMTA Calgary Branch must be paid members of ARMTA Provincial. Membership requirements are the same for both local and provincial members. The entry point to membership is at the provincial level. Provincial ARMTA members then join and support a local branch.

Click the button above to access a membership application package. The application includes instructions as well as the fee guide.

  • The minimum age for ARMTA membership is 18 years.
  • Applicants must provide a current Police Check and Vulnerable Sector Check (which may be obtained at any division of the RCMP or from your local police force). You must upload photos/scans or mail hard copies of your Criminal Record Check at the time of registration.
  • Applicants must indicate specialized and advanced-level training in at least one practical SOLO discipline (instrumental or voice) or in THEORY (e.g. harmony, history, composition, pedagogy).
  • Affiliate Members may NOT use the designation “Registered Music Teacher” nor the abbreviation RMT.

 

TYPES OF MEMBERSHIP

A.  Full Member

One of the following qualifications is required:

  • A music degree (e.g. Bachelor of Music or higher) from a recognized post-secondary institution. A BA in Music degree or equivalent is typically not sufficient on its own unless advanced study can be demonstrated.
  • An Associate or Licentiate Diploma from a recognized institution
  • An established and highly-regarded reputation as a successful music teacher or performer as determined by the ARMTA Board of Examiners
  • Employment in a teaching capacity in the Music Department of a recognized College or University

B.  Affiliate Member
Post-secondary students working on a music degree without RCM qualifications will be considered by the examining board.

Affiliate Grade 10: Completed Grade 10 Practical exam with co-requisite theory or equivalent
Affiliate Grade 9: Completed Grade 9 Practical exam with co-requisite theory or equivalent

Please note:
Our branch has an annual grant available for affiliate members of ARMTA Calgary Branch. A maximum of $500 will be given to the grantee to reimburse one exam fee (practical or theory) from level 10 or associate level exams with a recognized Conservatory. Please see our Teacher Grants webpage for more information.

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