Forum Music Teachers Association

Student Events

Auditions, competitions, recitals, and scholarships open to Forum students throughout the year.

Auditions and Competitions

Forum Auditions​

Piano solo performance across seven levels, judged individually.

December 5 or 12, 2026

  • Registration Open
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Houston Forum Young Artists Competition

Competitive event for advanced students, judged by category and age group.

May 15 or 22, 2027

  • Registration Open
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Jazz Festival

Piano solo performance across seven levels, judged individually.

February 20, 2027

  • Registration Open
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Recitals And Festivities

Forum Festivities

A recital opportunity for students of all levels with judge feedback.

April 10 or 17, 2027

  • Registration Open
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Louise Christensen Forum Recitals

A bi-annual recital series with a Wee Folks division for younger performers.

Oct 11, 2026 & Apr 25, 2027​

  • Registration Open
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Scholarships and Awards

Senior Awards

Recognition for graduating seniors who participated in Forum events.

Due May 5, 2027

  • Registration Open
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Thelma Hearn Memorial Scholarship

A memorial scholarship contest for Junior and Senior students.

April 17, 2027

  • Registration Open
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Workshops

Levi Stark FYAC Repertoire Workshop

A guest artist repertoire workshop for advanced Forum students.

November 14, 2026

  • Registration Open
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TMTA Student Affiliate

SA Membership

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Original Composition Contest

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Publication Contest

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Performance Contest

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Theory Test

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World of Music Test

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