Mission Statement     

CT-ASTA enriches lives through universal access to excellent string teaching and playing

We pursue this mission through an open sharing of ideas, benefits, services, and activities responsive to the musical needs of all members and their students. This is accomplished by the development of strong and active chapter leadership, enhancement of the image and visibility of string teaching and study, advocacy for string education through communication and cooperation with other music advocacy organizations, and fostering an inclusive community of string teachers, players, and their students. We fulfill this mission by embracing and inspiring our membership and by welcoming, empowering and serving their string related aspirations.

In addition, CT-ASTA will actively:

• Publicize, promote, and participate in the performances, conferences, advocacy, and publications of National ASTA and Connecticut throughout Connecticut and the surrounding region

• Serve as a resource of string-related opportunities in Connecticut

• Promote the highest standards of string pedagogy and performance

• Provide leadership and a forum for the discussion of the programs and activities of CT-ASTA

• Act as the liaison for the dissemination of information from National ASTA