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CAPMT 2026 State Conference

Finding your Forte: Empowering the Modern Music Teacher

Saturday, October 10 - Sunday, October 11

Pasadena Conservatory of Music





CAPMT State Conference 2026


This year’s Conference will take place at the Pasadena Conservatory of Music

Saturday, October 10 and Sunday, October 11.  

Come and join our amazing community of California music teachers to learn, connect, network, and be inspired!

Attendees can look forward to: 

  • Exceptional presentations by California's leading performers and pedagogues. Gather, mingle, and share ideas with friends and colleagues from across the state!
  • An informational sessions from The Royal Conservatory.
  • CAPMT 2025 State Finals Winners and YPLN Concert
  • A concert and workshop with a featured guest artist 

Registration Opens Soon!


Suggested Hotels:

Need a place to stay for the 2026 CAPMT State Conference? The Pasadena Conservatory is located in central Pasadena - walking distance to hotels at a variety of price points, ranging from walkable boutique stays to full-service hotels with conference amenities.

Pasadena Rose & Crown Hotel
1203 E. Colorado Blvd. | ~10 minutes from PCM
A budget-friendly boutique hotel on Colorado Blvd, with individually furnished rooms, hardwood floors, and a complimentary breakfast buffet each morning. Guests consistently praise the clean, comfortable rooms and friendly staff, making it a great value pick for conference attendees watching their travel budget. On-site amenities include a fitness center, outdoor pool, and free parking!

Pasadena Hotel & Pool
928 E. Colorado Blvd. | ~10 minutes from PCM
A stylish, historic Art Deco hotel just off Colorado Blvd, with an outdoor pool, on-site restaurant, and easy access to Old Town Pasadena's restaurants and shops. A great mid-range choice for attendees who want character along with convenience!

Hilton Pasadena
168 S. Los Robles Ave. | ~10–15 minutes from PCM
A reliable, full-service option near the Pasadena Convention Center, with on-site dining, a fitness center, and the amenities frequent conference travelers expect. A solid choice if you're looking for a familiar brand and dependable service!


Getting to PCM

The Pasadena Conservatory of Music is located at 100 N. Hill Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91106, in a residential neighborhood just east of Old Town Pasadena.

By Air
Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) is the most convenient airport, about 20–25 minutes from PCM with significantly less traffic than the larger LA airports.

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) offers more flight options but runs 45 minutes to over an hour away depending on traffic.

Ontario International Airport (ONT) is a third option for attendees, roughly 30–40 minutes from PCM.

By Public Transit
PCM is less than a mile from Metro's A Line, with the Lake and Allen stations both within walking distance or a short rideshare.

The A Line runs directly through Downtown LA and Old Town Pasadena, connecting to Union Station and on to Long Beach, making it a convenient option for attendees staying near Downtown or coming from LAX (a Metro/FlyAway or rideshare connection is needed to reach Union Station from LAX). Local buses also serve the area for shorter trips around Pasadena.

By Car
PCM is easily reached via the 210 (Foothill) and 134 freeways, with the 110 (Arroyo Seco Parkway) connecting from Downtown LA and points south. The Conservatory has parking on site; attendees are encouraged to check with their hotel about parking options.