Why Join SMAC? 

SMAC Member Benefits

1. Nonprofit & Administrative Services 

Gain nonprofit status, and provide liability insurance for your qualifying events with compliance assistance from SMAC.

• Non-Profit status for qualifying events - required by most venues
  
  

• Venue liability insurance for qualifying studio events*
  
  

• Management of background checks and the abuse prevention training program required of personnel for all SMAC events to be in compliance with insurance requirements.
  
  

• Infrastructure for fundraising campaigns

2. Increased Visibility & Financial Perks

Gain access to SMAC’s statewide network of teachers, and receive preferred pricing on SMAC events for you and your studio. 

• Visibility through our SMAC Teacher Directory and “Find a Teacher” search engines
  
  

• Publicity for SMAC sponsored events. Event announcements can be posted on the SMAC website and your branch webpage, and broadcast with email blasts to the SMAC groups of your choice: the entire membership, specific branches, chapters, or specific instrument members.
  
  

• Preferred pricing on event and workshop registration fees for SMAC members and their students.
  
  

• Tax-deductible membership dues

3. Expanded Student Opportunities

Give your students experiences that join the greater Suzuki community.

• Graduation celebrations and recitals for your students when they reach milestones in Suzuki literature and beyond
  
  

• Regional Play-Ins where students can meet and play with other students in your area
  
  

• Suzuki Institutes, workshops, and masterclasses where students can study with nationally recognized teachers.
  
  

• Scholarship opportunities for families with financial need

4. Professional Growth 

Opportunities to strengthen and refine your teaching skills:

• Masterclasses, pedagogy workshops, and continuing education
  
  

• Teacher training events provide access to nationally recognized teachers, with the opportunity to register your training with the SAA if applicable.
  
  

• Scholarship resources for teacher training

5. Suzuki Community Support and Networking

Join a network of educators who believe in the vision of Dr. Shinichi Suzuki. 

• Opportunities to collaborate with other teachers on teaching methodology and events.
  
  

• SMAC Newsletter keeps our membership up to date and inspired by publicizing events and milestones, featuring member and student accomplishments, donor recognition, and articles relevant to our mission. We encourage members to submit articles, photos and other content for consideration by the editor.
  
  

• Coffee with SMAC: connect with fellow SMAC members each month to build relationships, exchange ideas on pedagogy and Suzuki philosophy, and celebrate the diverse experiences of our vibrant community. Stay up to date on what’s happening within SMAC while engaging in open conversation that supports and inspires your teaching journey.

6. Long Term Inspiration

Sustain your passion for teaching with a community that believes in SMAC’s mission to instill the teachings of Dr. Shinichi Suzuki into the hearts and minds of our students. 

• Leadership and volunteer opportunities that allow you to contribute meaningfully to our collective mission
  
  

• Creative collaboration to sustain our inspiration
  
  

• Active involvement at the local level, including participation in Suzuki teaching initiatives, recitals, community connections, and collaborative projects
  
  

A vibrant Suzuki community dedicated to shaping the future by developing the abilities of all children to become fine artists, confident performers, and individuals of exceptional character.