GENERAL INFO

ABOUT US

OUR MISSION

To support high quality string teaching and playing in the state of Virginia by connecting, engaging, and inspiring a strong community of string teachers and performers empowered to make a difference in the lives of our students, our communities, and our world.
MEET THE BOARD

    • Years Active

    20

    Members

    270+

    Collegiate Chapters

    5

     MEMBERSHIP
    PRACTICAL RESOURCES
    • A subscription to American String Teacher quarterly journal, the premier source for strings and string education.
    • Member pricing for the National Conference And State Activities.
    • Full access to members-only content on the ASTA website, such as articles, samples, repertoire lists, and more.
    • The latest industry Research Through the String Research Journal—online access to members.
    • Access to instrument insurance and a suite of insurance programs.
    • Free to members—access to the Certificate Advancement Program (ASTACAP), a program goals and awards for students of all levels through non-competitive examinations.
    • Publications including the ASTA String Curriculum, a comprehensive K–12 string program curriculum.

    PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
    • Access to not only national activities, but your dues include membership in your state chapter with local activities through state meetings.
    • Ability for your orchestra to participate in a national association sponsored string competition, the National Orchestra Festival.
    • Opportunity to present or publish to a national audience.
    • Professional development hours, certificate of participation, and college credit for the National Conference.

    COMMUNITY
    • A direct connection to peers and corporate partners through ASTA’s online member directory search tool.
    • Mentorship program to connect new teachers with experienced mentors.
    • Job listings.
    • Access to state connections through your local chapter. 
    JOIN NOW

    CONNECT

    ENGAGE

    INSPIRE

    NETWORKING & PUBLICATIONS

    One of VASTA’s goals is to foster a strong community of string teachers in the state of Virginia.  As a community, we support, encourage and challenge each other to reach out full potential as teachers, performers and molders of the future of string playing and teaching in Virginia. We hope you will join us as we connect, engage and inspire each other.  All are welcome!

    Meet our Publications Team!
         Kevin Fields, Communications Director
         Starlet Smith, Newsletter Editor
         Jordan Wright, Fingerboard Editor

    Social Media Discussions

    In-Person VASTA Meetings & Social Gatherings
    • Meetings occur annually at the Virginia Music Educators Association Conference and the American String Teachers Association National Conference

    GETTING INVOLVED

    WORKING TOGETHER

    01

    Attend Conferences

    We'd love to meet you! Come join us at the annual VMEA State Conference and the ASTA National Conference. We always have representatives attending that would love to give you more information!

    02

    Networking/Mentoring

    Sign up to mentor young teachers, participate in chat groups, and more!  See Networking above for more information. 

    03

    Join a Committee

    College Committee: help facilitate and administer the Johonott Scholarship Competition. Contact the President-Elect for more information!

    Communications Committee: help facilitate communication aspects of our organization (website, newsletter, social media, etc.)  Contact the Communications Director for more information!

    04

    ASTACAP

    Plan, host, or join to volunteer with an ASTACAP Examination.

    Contact the VASTACAP Director for more information!
    Want to volunteer but you aren't sure where to start? Contact the President to establish contact.
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