​​​​Founded in 1953, Charlotte Piano Teachers Forum serves the greater Charlotte community of musicians and music lovers by providing a platform to encourage an exchange of current pedagogical trends and new piano literature, student scholarships, and performance opportunities for members and students.

See below for PianoDrome Update
Legacy Scholarship Now Open

Meeting Location:  
   Miller Piano - 5236 East Independence Blvd, Charlotte, NC  28212​
Meeting Times:
​    9:15am - Board Meeting held at Starbucks - 4044 Connection Point Blvd., Charlotte, NC  28212
  10:00am - Doors open at Miller - please do not arrive earlier 
  10:15am - Meeting Time followed by light snacks
Meeting Dates:    Charlotte Piano Teachers Forum meets each month, September through May
   May 4, 2025  - Christ Covenant Church - Christian Life Center    800 Fullwood Road, Matthews

Program Update
May 4, 2025:  Winners Recital - 2:30PM

CPTF Solo Auditions and Installation of Officers 

April Meeting: Celebrating a Year of Growth and Learning

Today's final meeting, was a wonderful conclusion to our year, with Dr. Paul Nitsch teaching and demonstrating how to listen for "Style". From the photos you can see what a special meeting we enjoyed.

This is a good time to reflect. Our year has been filled with inspiring programs, insightful discussions, and meaningful connections—all made possible by the dedication of our wonderful Program Committee. Each program provided us with opportunities to grow and refine our craft, equipping us with new tools and ideas to become even better piano teachers. These meetings have truly showcased the heart of the Charlotte Piano Teachers Forum: a vibrant community of educators committed to continual learning and improvement. 

As we look ahead, we remain grateful for the support and wisdom we've gained through these meetings, and we look forward to the next chapter as we strive to continue learning. Thank you to everyone who contributed to this year’s success, and to our Program Committee for their outstanding work. Here’s to another year of learning, sharing, and growing together!  We would love to have everyone join us next year, beginning in September. 

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Eden Lily, Dr. Nitsch, Tim
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Ruthie Pound presents flowers to Sandy Barber from membership in appreciation of her two elegant years as President.

Upcoming Events 
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Date/Time                                  

April 15, 2025 - Deadline

Legacy Fund Scholarship Application now open for CPTF teachers 
May 4, 2025
​Afternoon
CPTF Solo Auditions Honors Recital
   Christ Covenant Church - Christian Life Center, 800 Fullwood Road, Matthews

PIANODROME IN CHARLOTTE  - Sign Up Genius now open
​April 4-20, 2025, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm

NEW LOCATION: Two Wells Fargo Center Atrium at 301 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28282  
​This is an exciting new venue and it is expected there will be a lot of foot traffic from festival goers.
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Contact Pamela Hughes for details - [email protected]

Picture Pamela Hughes in her PianoDrome shirt and piano high-tops, twirling piano keys over her head.  She is SO EXCITED to announce that we DO have Piano Drome at Charlotte SHOUT again this year!!! 
Community Service Opportunities for 2024 - 2025 posted here. 
New Job Requests - Worship Leader Needed
BEWARE of emails offering free Yamaha pianos and all you have to do is pay the moving costs. This is a SCAM.