Welcome
Founded in 1950, NEPTA is proud to be New England’s largest and most active association of its kind. We are a professional non-profit, offering piano teachers and their students unparalleled opportunities for growth and inspiration, while maintaining the highest standards in a community of friendship and support.
NEPTA welcomes as members people of all races, religions, nationalities, genders, sexual orientations, physical abilities, and backgrounds. We believe that our community of piano educators grows ever stronger in a vibrant, supportive and diverse atmosphere.
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NEPTA Featured on Boston25 TV News
As part of gala preparations and our 75th Anniversary, NEPTA was recently featured on Boston 25TV News. The segment included an interview with President Rebecca Helm, Past President Lydia Reed-Guertin, and two NEPTA students, highlighting NEPTA’s student programs, the lasting benefits of piano study, and the strength of a vibrant teaching community celebrating 75 years!
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For Teachers
We offer a Speakers Series, a Master Class, a Recital, and Teachers' Exchanges. We also have a Teachers' Enrichment Program.
For Students
We offer Recitals on different levels, a Master Class, and Competitions for Middle School and High School students.
Find a Teacher
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Speaker Series: Greg Presley
Baroque Dance - Why Should We Care About It? (If It Ain’t Baroque, Don’t Fix It!) This event is free for non-members and guests. Guest can […]
Watertown, MA 02472
Halloween Recital Application Deadline
The deadline for online applications for this recital is October 4, 2026. Go here to apply.
JOIN
Become a member of NEPTA and enjoy all the benefits it has to offer, in addition to a Speaker Series, Teachers' Exchanges, Master Class, Member Recital and an Enrichment Program, we offer Teacher Referrals and a Mentoring Program.
Teachers who join before December 1 may enter students in recitals and competitions. Teachers who join between January and May will have their membership carried over to the next year and can enter students in recitals and competitions then.
NEWS
Welcome to NEPTA's 2026-2027 season. Explore the site and see all that NEPTA has to offer this year. Meetings will be in person and zoom.
Non-members may attend our monthly meetings by registering through Eventbrite to receive a link by email. The first meeting is open to the public without charge. Other meetings can be attended for a $20 fee.
DONATE
NEPTA offers students many performance opportunities — recitals, master classes, and competitions. We celebrate the artistic achievements of 7th & 8th grade pianists who study in an independent studio, encourage Original Compositions in Classical & Jazz/Pop styles, and recognize outstanding performances of Contemporary & Romantic pieces with Special Awards each year.
Your donations also support our Teacher Enrichment Program, general operations, and community outreach. Thank you for your generosity!