California Association of Professional Music Teachers

Young Professional Leadership Network

The Young Professional Leadership Network (YPLN) is a CAPMT initiative dedicated to supporting new and emerging California music teachers in the early stages of their careers. By creating a statewide network of young musicians, the YPLN seeks to increase opportunities for mentorship and professional development, equipping young teachers to become successful music leaders and advocates for arts education in their communities.

Get Involved!
The Young Professional Leadership Network (YPLN) is open to anyone interested in the issues facing new and emerging professional music teachers. Join us to:

• Discover programs, performances, and events in your community, such as the “Young Professionals on Stage” Performance Series.
• Connect with other musicians, educators, and artists in your community, as well as at the state and national level.
• Take advantage of CAPMT/MTNA benefits. Learn about competitive and non-competitive program opportunities for your students.
• Learn about professional development and continuing education opportunities, such as access to the YPLN Webinar Series and CAPMT Connect, a peer-reviewed journal.
• Engage in CAPMT and YPLN leadership positions at the chapter, district, and state level.
• Develop mentor relationships for future leadership opportunities, such as creating relevant events in your music community.

We have two main initiatives:

1. Pedagogy and Play
   • Pedagogy and Play is a monthly informal gathering where teachers (new and experienced) get a chance to chat about pedagogy, meet other teachers, and make music together.(2017–2018 Dates & Venues are not yet available for all CAPMT Districts; they will be added as information and details are confirmed. STAY TUNED!)
     
     
     • Seventh Avenue Center for the Arts and Spirituality
       1329 7th Avenue
       San Francisco 94122
       
       • 3rd Friday of each month from 12:15 PM – 1:45 PM
         • September 15, 2017 (FRI)
         • October 20, 2017 (FRI)
         • November 17, 2017 (FRI)
         • December 15, 2017 (FRI)
           
         • February 16, 2018 (FRI)
           
         • March 16, 2018 (FRI)
         • April 20, 2018 (FRI)
         • May 18, 2017 (FRI)
       • Questions?
         Contact Luba Kravchenko
         lubavkravchenko@gmail.com
       • Poster: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-VIXitJyTowMGE1aWxuZlZNSjA/view
         
         
     • The Musik Planet
       6930 Indiana Avenue, Suite #1
       Riverside 92506
       
       • February 17, 2018 (SAT), 5:00–7:00 PM
       • Questions?
         Contact Caitlin Olivarria
         olivarriamusic@gmail.com
       • Poster: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TaW-8N-H7dxfsYCRqnmIW2nAFxb0gdsW/view
       • May 20, 2018 (SUN), 2:00–4:00 PM
       • Questions?
         Contact Caitlin Olivarria
         olivarriamusic@gmail.com
       • Poster: https://drive.google.com/file/d/11fwAKCzfmGcW8TzVfDLakuanPl8NV3BL/view
         
         
     • Santa Clara Valley Chapter Meetings
       
       • Dates, times, and locations TBA
         Questions?
         Contact Amy Bhatnagar
         amypiano88@gmail.com
       • Poster: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TaW-8N-H7dxfsYCRqnmIW2nAFxb0gdsW/view

1. "Young Professionals on Stage" Performance Series
   • Interested in performing in a “Young Professionals on Stage” Performance Series? E-mail the Contact person listed below for detailed information and guidelines.
     
     
     • University of Southern California (USC)
       Thornton School of Music
       Schoenfeld Hall
       840 W 34th Street
       Los Angeles 90089
       
       • February 25, 2018 (SUN), 5:00–7:00 PM
       • Questions?
         Contact Michael Krikorian
         krikorim@usc.edu
       • Poster: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YlLQ6pL_0rMFjH3t1nNMofLLjuYx-ycA/view
       • Application Deadline: Feburary 11, 2018 (SUN), 11:59 PM
       • Application Form:
         https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScB2xMQxIhn9TJwbMJtsi_AsB_KRNs07VCdoPeIE5kRVhsJcQ/viewform
         
         
     • Point Loma Nazarene University
       Crill Performance Hall
       3900 Lomaland Drive
       San Diego 92106
       
       • April 7, 2018 (SAT), 2:00–4:00 PM
       • Questions?
         Contact Dr. Jihun Cho
         cho828@gmail.com
       • Poster: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XbFdb-MgR3dky_UW7DGeT9sB3hQKznZk/view
       • Application Deadline: March 24, 2018 (SAT), 11:59 PM
       • Application Form:
         https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfqKMMpKZPxyp4pJLsMNMo-WdkdkYvR3bQgxutCmuQGLulWRg/viewform
         
         
     • Norcal Music & Arts Center
       761 E El Camino Real
       Sunnyvale 94087
       
       • April 22, 2018 (SUN), 2:00–4:00 PM
       • Questions?
         Contact Huajun Zhang
         huajunzhanghj@gmail.com
       • Poster: https://drive.google.com/file/d/14Tc2QJU7yMJV4w_7cp6sSLUJkYfeyVJ9/view
       • Application Deadline: April 8, 2018 (SUN), 11:59 PM
       • Application Form:
         https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8B56oLHvfqfSSjd73UyhQqUltbf579HBnRuQlNmsNBEaDZQ/viewform
         
         
     • California State University, East Bay
       Music Recital Hall
       25800 Carlos Bee Boulevard
       Hayward 94542
       
       • May 6, 2018 (SUN), 6:30–8:30 PM
       • Questions?
         Contact Jeremy Pass
         jeremy.pass@gmail.com
       • Poster: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1o4_QX9gB4PvLmxo7NDQFTEwJaBE2zZXu/view
       • Application Deadline: April 22, 2018 (SUN), 11:59 PM
       • Application Form:
         https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScUVE074OAl83luj6bomspCL6i9BB-cdNYvpxwnMAdD6E_11g/viewform
         
         
     • California State University, Long Beach (CSULB)
       Bob Cole Conservatory of Music
       Gerald R Daniel Recital Hall
       6200 E Atherton Street
       Long Beach 90815
       
       • May 18, 2018 (FRI), 7:30–9:30 PM
       • Questions?
         Contact Dr. Jason Lo
         jasonwlo@gmail.com
       • Poster: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gipnYEwBQsYxQmw0sd156dsiO1RhaYxs/view
       • Application Deadline: May 4, 2018 (FRI), 11:59 PM
       • Application Form:
         https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc-VRqqMh-_DfiSKH0_aIHo0ZAtwZXrhJxg_jVolAO7ukvVJA/viewform
         
         
     • California State University, Northridge (CSUN)
       Cypress Music Recital Hall
       18236 Nordhoff Street
       Northridge 91325
       
       • May 20, 2018 (SUN), 7:30–9:30 PM
       • Questions?
         Contact Dr. Ruby Wang
         rubywangpiano@gmail.com
       • Poster: https://drive.google.com/file/d/18AjVlyz0Snj16L9_2O_hOy0xMJ9OXVrz/view
       • Application Deadline: May 6, 2018 (SUN), 11:59 PM
       • Application Form:
         https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScHIBCnpU8TfZ2_eeoYRr0Cg3-sJ_Ep_OHdH65PmXCa8AFOpA/viewform

Register Now!
Registration is completely free to CAPMT/MTNA members! To become a member of the Young Professional Leadership Network, please complete the short form below. Once the YPLN Registration Form is completed and submitted, new CAPMT YPLN members will receive a confirmation e-mail within 1–2 weeks.

YPLN members must belong to MTNA and CAPMT. To join MTNA and CAPMT, click here.

YPLN Registration Form