The 2025 Conference will be held at the Osthoff Resort in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin. If you were at the conference in 2018 when we last met at the Osthoff Resort, you probably understand why we are so eager to go back again. If you weren’t able to attend, you won’t want to miss this beautiful oasis. The Osthoff is a AAA Four Diamond resort with tranquil views on the shore of Elkhart Lake, with relaxing spa options. 

Your registration fee includes all sessions at the conference, the awards dinner on Friday, the Friday night recital, and the annual meeting lunch on Saturday. Breakfasts and Friday lunch are not included.

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION

$145 for Current MTNA members registering BEFORE August 15.

$155 for MTNA members registering AFTER August 15.

$125 for one day participation (Friday or Saturday)

$125 for First Time Attendee (Members who have never attended a WMTA State Conference.)

$95 Collegiate Members (Must be a full-time college student registered this term.)

$175 for Non Members of WMTA/MTNA

$45 for Extra Guest(s) for the Friday Dinner and Concert

Conference registration closes on OCTOBER 15.

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HOTEL INFORMATION

Special conference rates for accommodations will be:  
– Run of the house bedroom suites $169.00 per night. (Typically $275.00)
(Sleep up to four in a room with 1 king-size bed and a queen-size sofa bed.)  
– Two-bedroom woodland suites $209.00 per night. (Typically $295.
(Sleep up to six in a suite with 1 king-size bed, 1 queen-size bed, and a queen-size sofa bed.)

Here is a link to hotel information and amenities.
Click HERE

Here is a link to food and dining options at the hotel.
Click HERE

Reservations with the discounted WMTA rates are now available. WMTA is no longer facilitating roommate requests. Be sure to talk to other members of your Local Association to see if others near you would like to share a room.

Directions for Hotel Reservations:
For reservations, you will need to call 1-800-876-3399. Select #2 for New Vacation Reservations. Let them know you want to book in the Wisconsin Music Teachers Association group block. Our group ID number is #205394. You will need to provide a credit card for the room and will pay a deposit equal to the first night’s stay plus tax. For the $169.00 basic bedroom suites, this will total up to $196.04. Online reservations under our group block do not work at this time.

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Thank You to Last Year’s 2024 Conference Exhibitors

Piano Arts Website

Keys to Imagination Website

Heid Music Website

King’s Music Website

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What does my registration include?
Your registration fee includes all the conference sessions, the Annual Business Luncheon and the Friday night Banquet Dinner and Friday night performance. It does not include hotel costs or other meals, including breakfasts and Friday lunch. Every attendee is required to make their own transportation and lodging plans.

Are conference fees refundable?
No. All fees, including meals, are non-refundable.

Can I take my friend, spouse, or child to a session without registering them?
The sessions are for registered individuals only. Should you bring additional guests, they will need to be registered and paid, regardless of how many sessions they wish to attend. If your guests wish to attend the Annual Business Luncheon or Friday night Banquet Dinner and performance, they may make reservations in the reservation system.

How do I get a roommate or someone to carpool to share a hotel room with?
WMTA does not facilitate roommates or carpools. If you are seeking a roommate or a carpool, we recommend that you contact your Local Association President to see who else is attending from your area.

Can I bring my own food?
During the Annual Business Luncheon or Friday night Banquet Dinner, all food must be supplied and prepared by the catering service at our venue. Please indicate any food restrictions you may have during your registration, and we will do our best to accommodate those.

When will I receive my registration confirmation?
Registration is done online, and you will receive your confirmation automatically via email upon completion of the registration process. Check your junk mail if you don’t receive confirmation. If you don’t find it, you can reach out to the Office Manager at WisconsinMTA@gmail.com to check on your registration status.

What should I do when I arrive at the conference?
The Conference registration desk will open Friday morning. The specific opening time of the registration table is posted online and in the Conference Booklet. You can pick up your nametag and any other updated information.

What is the appropriate dress for this?
There is no dress code for the Conference. Dress in what makes you feel comfortable. Remember that Conference rooms can vary widely in temperature, and we don’t typically have control over the thermostats. We recommend you wear layers if you tend to get cool.

When will the conference schedule be available?
We aim to publish the Conference schedule and sessions by July. The schedule frequently changes as the Conference plans come together throughout the year. As soon as we are confident in enough of the plan, the full Conference schedule, with rooms and times, will be available online before the conference.

Do you provide scooters, wheelchairs, or hearing devices?
No, we do not. We do try to make the WMTA Conference accessible to everybody, but you should contact our office if you are concerned about specific needs so that we can plan for your attendance. You can reach the Office Manager at wisconsinMTA@gmail.com.

Are there open exhibit booths?
Yes! If you are an exhibitor who would like to be at our conference, see our exhibitor and advertising page for more information. Click HERE.

Are there parking charges?
This answer changes each year depending on the location selected for the Conference. Some hotels do charge parking rates, and you will find that information on their website. Hotel information and website links are posted above.

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