We’re excited to share that the Albuquerque Institute of Music will once again host the Zia Chapter of the Music Teachers Federation Festival this spring!

Here are the key details for 2025:

• Dates: April 4th–6th (TIME TBA)

• Registration Deadline: February 1st

• Fee: $25 per event/per student. Please provide payment to the front desk office and pay via:

  • Cash

  • Check made out to Zia Federation of Music Clubs

  • Card; a 3% surcharge applies for card payments

• Eligibility: Students must have a teacher who is a member of the Zia Federation of Music Club. Please discuss your eligibility with your teacher.

This festival is a fantastic opportunity to perform in front of top music educators in Albuquerque and receive valuable feedback. Participants will:

• Earn certificates for Superior or Excellent ratings.

• Accumulate points toward a trophy over multiple years.

• Challenge themselves by playing two pieces of music from memory (one required piece and one of your choice, with teacher recommendations available).

Returning Feature: Mini-Recital Format
Originally, the Federation Festival was held in a recital format, but it transitioned to solo performances in response to COVID. This year, in addition to the standard solo judging, we’re offering a Mini-Recital structure, particularly for string students:

• Solo Format: Standard solo performances in front of judges.

• Recital Format: Students perform in a group recital setting in front of judges. Please note, students choosing this option must be available for a full hour.

When completing the registration form, please indicate whether you prefer the Recital or Solo format.