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We of the American College of Musicians / National Guild of Piano Teachers are delighted to welcome you to our website. We are the largest nonprofit organization of piano teachers and students in the world!

The Piano Guild, as we are called (a division of the American College of Musicians), was founded in 1929 by Dr. Irl Allison. Forty-six entrants participated in the first audition (then called a "tournament") at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas. Since that time, the Guild has grown to more than 850 audition centers where thousands of students enroll annually in our international auditions, which are held throughout the U.S. and abroad.

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Our primary function is to establish definite goals and awards--in noncompetitive auditions--for students of all levels, from the earliest beginner to the gifted prodigy. With the exception of our "special" programs, teachers have the flexibility to choose all repertoire for student auditions. Students are judged on individual merit, by a well-qualified music professional, in the areas of accuracy, continuity, phrasing, pedaling, dynamics, rhythm, tempo, tone, interpretation, style, and technique. Our purpose is to encourage growth and enjoyment through the study of piano.

We invite you to read through our materials on this website to find out more about our organization. You may also write to us for further information, including a sample of our Guild Syllabus, which more specifically outlines our programs and services for our members and their students.


Contact Us Today
Call (512) 478-5775

PLEASE NOTE: In order for ANY teacher to enroll piano students in the Guild Auditions, the teacher MUST be a minimum of 18 years of age AND be a current Member of the American College of Musicians / National Guild of Piano Teachers with current Membership Dues paid.

 
 

MEMBERSHIP:

*****When paying by Debit Card, Credit Card, or PayPal:

NEW MEMBER: If you are “new” to the Guild and have never been a Member: You MUST first (click here) to complete the Membership Application Form and proceed to Payment Processing Section.

REJOIN MEMBER: If you were previously a Guild Member but your Membership has expired for 2 years or more, you must "rejoin."  To rejoin, you MUST first (click here) to complete the Membership Application Form and proceed to the Payment Processing Section.

CURRENT MEMBER DUES RENEWAL: If you are a current Member and wish to renew your annual “Membership Dues,” (click here) to complete the Renewal Form and proceed to the Payment Processing Section.

DUES PAYMENTS CAN BE INCLUDED WITH YOUR STUENT ENROLLMENT BELOW

*****When paying by Money Order or teacher's check:

If you choose NOT to pay online for your New Membership, Rejoining Membership or anuual Membership Dues Renewal:

NEW MEMBER: (click here) to complete and print the Membership Application Form

REJOIN MEMBER: (click here) to complete and print the Rejoining Membership Application Form

CURRENT MEMBER DUES RENEWAL: (click here) to complete and print the Renewal Form

Mail the printed Form along with a single check or Money Order to AMERICAN COLLEGE OF MUSICIANS, P.O. Box 9469, Austin, Texas 78766-9469. Check or Money Order received without the appropriate Form will NOT be processed until the applicable Form is received.  A Form received without the Money Order or check (with an unsigned check or post-dated check) will NOT be processed until payment is received.

 
 

STUDENT ENROLLMENT:

NOTE: You may use the NEW Student Enrollment Form to enroll your students in any of the following Guild Auditions: In-Person (whenever possible), Online (via FaceTime, Skype or Zoom, etc.) or Video (viaYouTube). If you are enrolling in any combination of these, you must submit a separate Student Enrollment Form for each format. For additional information, see “Instructions for Teachers” at the beginning of the Student Enrollment Form.

GUILD STUDENT ENROLLMENT FEE CHART (click here)

There are two ways to utilize the NEW Student Enrollment Form. Before proceeding, you will need to determine in which format(s) you wish to enroll students (In-Person, Online &/or Video) and how you wish to pay for your student Auditions.

*****When paying by Debit Card, Credit Card or PayPal:

(click here) to complete the Student Enrollment Form and proceed to the Payment Processing Section

*****When submiting a Money Order or teacher's check
:

(click here) to complete and print Student Enrollment Form

PLEASE REMEMBER: If you choose NOT to pay online for your enrollment, collect all Student Fees and enclose the total Student Enrollment Fees (plus $10.00 shipping & handling fee) in ONE Money Order or teacher’s check. Mail the single payment (check or Money Order) WITH THE COMPLETED STUDENT ENROLLMENT FORM to AMERICAN COLLEGE OF MUSICIANS, P.O. Box 9469, Austin, Texas 78766-9469 (preferably by February 1).  Check or Money Order received without the Enrollment Form will NOT be scheduled until the Enrollment Form is received.  An Enrollment Form received without a Money Order or check (with an unsigned check or post-dated check) will NOT be scheduled until payment is received.

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Auditions/ Programs

Yearly auditions are held in over 700 US cities and several foreign countries. Students are adjudicated by an international panel of judges and receive report cards, certificates, and fraternity pins. Programs are diversified to meet the needs of both students and teachers. Programs are flexible and include repertoire as well as technical goals (musicianship phases). A variety of programs are available in which students can enroll:

Memorized Programs
Students of all levels may perform anywhere from one to 20 pieces

Hobbyist
Unmemorized programs--sudents of all levels may perform anywhere from one to eight pieces

Jazz Programs
Students of all levels may perform anywhere from one to 20 pieces memorized, or one to eight pieces unmemorized

Duet/Duo Programs
Students of all levels may perform anywhere from one to three pieces

Ensemble Programs
Students of all levels may perform one piece

Social Music

Special Medal Programs
Sonatina, Sonata, Early Bach, Advanced Bach

Diploma Programs
High School, Collegiate, and Young Artist

International Composition Contest
Beginning composers through advanced levels compete for cash awards


Awards & Benefits

Student Awards

• Scholarships (for high school seniors pursuing the study of music)
• Guild Founder's Plaque
• Irl Allison Gold Medal
• Early Bach, Advanced Bach, Sonatina, and Sonata Plaques
• 5 and 10 year National Roll
• Paderewski Gold Medal

Awards

Teacher Benefits

• Teacher Certification (the highest honor for teachers based on student achievement)
• Quarterly issues of the international magazine Piano Guild Notes
• Performance Diplomas for Teachers
• Teacher Membership (active, faculty, judging, and associate--for retired teachers)
• Sponsor pin and updated yearly copy of the Guild Syllabus
• Teacher Awards (teachers are given the opportunity to work toward the Guild Teacher National Honor
Roll and Hall of Fame
• The 50th Anniversary Club

Contact Us

Thank you for your interest. For questions or comments, please use the information listed here. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Phone
(512) 478-5775

Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Payment
Cash, Check

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