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STUDENT RECITAL PROGRAM
Student Recital Program
The student recital program enables students to perform for and listen to other students in a formal setting. Each student receives a written critique and credit toward earning a ribbon, medal or trophy. The SPPTA recital program is non-competitive.
Awards program:
LEVEL 1: 3 performances - ribbon, 6 performances - medal, 9 performances - trophy
LEVEL 2: 12 performances - ribbon, 15 performances - medal, 18 performances - trophy
LEVEL 3: 21 performances - ribbon, 24 performances - medal, 27 performances - trophy
LEVEL 4: 30 performances - ribbon, 33 performances - medal, 36 performances - trophy, etc...
Ways to earn point towards an award:
1) SPPTA Recital Performance
2) SPPTA Honors Recital Performance
3) SPPTA Masterclass Audition
4) Participant in the SPPTA Masterclass
5) SPPTA Concerto Competition
SPPTA invites teachers of all instruments including voice to register their students in the recital program for solo, duo and small ensemble performances. (no organ is available)
TWO CHOICES FOR RECITAL REGISTRATION:
REGISTRATION ONLINE: To register your student for a recital online, please click the button below. Fill out the online form and submit the participation fee using the PayPal button.
REGISTRATION BY MAIL: If you prefer, you can mail in the completed registration form, participation fee, and a self-addressed stamped envelope to the recital programmer by the deadline. The form to download is at the bottom of this page, and the address of the programmer can be found in the SPPTA Membership List on the SPPTA Members Only Page. If you are not a member and need the programmer address, please contact info@sppta.org.
SPPTA Recital Dates 2026–2027
Saturday, October 10th, 2026
Coffee Shop Piano Recital (Adult-Only)
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Location: Dunn Brothers Coffee
Arden Hills, Minnesota
Host: Cynthia Ali, NCTM
Programmer: Cynthia Ali, NCTM
Registration Deadline: October 1st, 2026
Registration Fees:
Adults: $10 members; $15 non-members
Register Here:
https://www.cognitoforms.com/SaintPaulPianoTeachers/SPPTAAdultOnlyRecitalForm
This supportive, non-judged recital is open to adult piano students of all levels, from beginners through advanced players. Memorization is completely optional.
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Virtual Recital
Timeframe: 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Location: Zoom
Host: Cynthia Ali, NCTM
Programmer: Sue Wege, NCTM
Registration Deadline: September 27, 2026
Registration Fees:
$15 members; $20 non-members
Register Here:
https://www.cognitoforms.com/SaintPaulPianoTeachers/SPPTARecitalForm20262027
Sunday, December 6, 2026
Adult-Only Recital
Timeframe: 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Location: Prospect Park United Methodist Church
22 Orlin Avenue SE
Minneapolis, MN
Host: Rebekah Richards, NCTM
Programmer: Rebekah Richards, NCTM
Registration Deadline: November 21, 2026
Registration Fees:
Adults: $10 members; $15 non-members
Register Here:
https://www.cognitoforms.com/SaintPaulPianoTeachers/SPPTAAdultOnlyRecitalForm
This supportive, non-judged recital is open to adult piano students of all levels, from beginners through advanced players. Memorization is completely optional.
Sunday, December 6, 2026
In-Person Recital
Timeframe: 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Location: Prospect Park United Methodist Church
22 Orlin Avenue SE
Minneapolis, MN
Host: Rebekah Richards, NCTM
Programmer: Rebekah Richards, NCTM
Registration Deadline: November 21, 2026
Registration Fees:
$15 members; $20 non-members
Register Here:
https://www.cognitoforms.com/SaintPaulPianoTeachers/SPPTARecitalForm20262027
Sunday, February 21, 2027
Virtual Recital
Timeframe: 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Location: Zoom
Host: Cynthia Ali, NCTM
Programmer: Cynthia Ali, NCTM
Registration Deadline: February 7, 2027
Registration Fees:
$15 members; $20 non-members
Register Here:
https://www.cognitoforms.com/SaintPaulPianoTeachers/SPPTARecitalForm20262027
Sunday, March 7, 2027
In-Person Recital
Timeframe: 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Location: Thelma Hunter Recital Room
Landmark Center
75 West 5th Street
Saint Paul, MN
Host: TBA
Programmer: TBA
Registration Deadline: February 14, 2027
Registration Fees:
$15 members; $20 non-members
Following the recital, students are welcome to explore the Schubert Club Music Museum, located next to the Thelma Hunter Recital Room.
Sunday, April 11, 2027
Virtual Recital
Timeframe: 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Location: Zoom
Host: Elsa Mathews, NCTM
Programmer: Elsa Mathews, NCTM
Registration Deadline: March 28, 2027
Registration Fees:
$15 members; $20 non-members
Register Here:
https://www.cognitoforms.com/SaintPaulPianoTeachers/SPPTARecitalForm20262027
Sunday, April 18th, 2026
Adult-Only Piano Recital
Timeframe: 1-4 pm
Location: Schmitt Music, Bloomington, MN
Host: Imogen Davis
Programmer: Imogen Davis
Registration Deadline: April 10th, 2026
Registration Fees:
Adults: $10 members; $15 non-members
Register Here:
https://www.cognitoforms.com/SaintPaulPianoTeachers/SPPTAAdultOnlyRecitalForm
This supportive, non-judged recital is open to adult piano students of all levels, from beginners through advanced players. Memorization is completely optional.
Sunday, April 18th, 2026
In-Person Piano Recital
Timeframe: 1-4 pm
Location: Schmitt Music, Bloomington, MN
Host: Imogen Davis
Programmer: Imogen Davis
Registration Deadline: April 10th, 2026
Registration Fees:
Registration Fees:
$15 members; $20 non-members
Register Here:
https://www.cognitoforms.com/SaintPaulPianoTeachers/SPPTARecitalForm20262027
Honors Recitals
Saturday, May 29, 2027
In-Person Honors Recital
Timeframe: 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Location: Chapel at Northwestern
Arden Hills, MN
Host: Kim Lange
Programmer: Kim Lange
Registration Deadline: May 16th, 2027
Registration Fee: Free
Register Here:
https://www.cognitoforms.com/SaintPaulPianoTeachers/HonorsRecitalRegistrationForm
This recital is open to students who received Honors during the 2026–2027 school year.
Sunday, May 30, 2027
Virtual Honors Recital
Timeframe: 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Location: Zoom
Host: Cynthia Ali, NCTM
Programmer: Cynthia Ali, NCTM
Registration Deadline: May 16th, 2027
Registration Fee: Free
Register Here:
https://www.cognitoforms.com/SaintPaulPianoTeachers/HonorsRecitalRegistrationForm
All students who receive Honors in an SPPTA recital may have their performance video included in the Virtual Honors Recital. Students may also participate in the in-person Honors Recital. Students with scheduling conflicts for the in-person recital are invited to submit videos for the Virtual Honors Recital.
No Summer Recital