Nominations for the 2024 Instrumental Music Teacher of the Year open on Wednesday, August 7, 2024. Deadline for submissions is Sunday, October 20, 2024.
Do you know a marvelous music teacher in Palm Beach County who deserves some extra recognition? Students, parents, colleagues and members of the community are invited to nominate local instrumental music teachers for the title of Palm Beach Symphony Instrumental Music Teacher of the Year.
Teachers can be nominated for such things as their outstanding instructional technique, ability to nurture talent, and ability to connect with and inspire their students.
Congratulations to Dr. Tiffany Cox, our 2023 Instrumental Music Teacher of the Year (pictured above)!
Eligibility
Teacher nominees must meet the following criteria:
Teach in a K-12 public, private, or charter school in Palm Beach County
Have a minimum of three years of experience as a band or orchestra instructor
Have an exemplary history of work as a music educator and leader
Exhibit an active role in the community as a performing arts educator
Demonstrate an ability to successfully transfer knowledge, passion, and a love of music to students, and to inspire them to build musical knowledge and experiences
Meet standards of professional and ethical conduct and demonstrate respect and integrity in working with students, parents, and colleagues
Nomination and Selection Process
Submission Deadline: Sunday, October 20th, 2024
Nominators must complete the online nomination form below by Sunday, October 20th, 2024
Short video(s) of nominee working with their students in a rehearsal and/or concert setting or teaching a class in a music subject area. Total content should be 5-10 minutes. Video footage should be sent via a link(s) on YouTube, Vimeo, etc. Videos should not be made public. Links should be private or password protected. Please send links with passwords, if applicable, to bseliger@palmbeachsymphony.orgby Sunday, October 20th, 2024
Submissions that meet all eligibility requirements will be reviewed by a panel of judges that includes esteemed musicians, industry professionals, and educators in Palm Beach County
Winner will be honored at the Holly Jolly Symphony Fête on Monday, December 16th, 2024 at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts.
Resume or curriculum vitae, professional biography, and headshot of nominee should be emailed to bseliger@palmbeachsymphony.org by Sunday, November 19, 2023.
Award Package
Official 2024 Instrumental Music Teacher of the Year framed certificate
Coaching sessions and/or Master Classes by Palm Beach Symphony musicians at winner’s school during spring semester ($2,000 value)
Classroom visit and conducting coaching by Palm Beach Symphony Music Director Gerard Schwarz
Invitation for a student music ensemble of the winning teacher’s choice to perform at a Palm Beach Symphony event
Complimentary tickets for winner and students to attend a Palm Beach Symphony spring Masterworks concert at the Kravis Center (date and time TBD)
Basket of Indulgences: Enjoyable personal and pampering gift items as well as local gift certificates
Official award presentation at a Palm Beach Symphony event
Press Release announcement with photo in local media
Important Dates to Note
Submissions for nominations opens on Wednesday, August 7, 2024.
Deadline for submissions is Sunday, October 20, 2024.
Please apply by submitting the online form below and emailing all other required documents to bseliger@palmbeachsymphony.orgby Sunday, October 20, 2024.
Applicants will be notified of their status by Monday, December 2, 2024.
Winner will be honored at our Holly Jolly Symphony Fête luncheon on Monday, December 16, 2024 at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
Congratulations to our Instrumental Music Teacher of the Year winners:
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