GMTA and GATE Theory Exams

Each pre-college piano or piano concerto participant in GMTA’s local, regional, and state auditions is required to take and pass one of the three (3) theory exams (“GATEs”) in order to advance beyond local auditions. Students may become EXEMPT from taking some or all of the GATEs. For exemption information, practice exams, and other important information regarding the GATE visit the GMTA website at: http://georgiamta.org/

The GMTA Theory exam is administered in conjunction with the GCMTA Music Day Festival. A passing grade may exempt students from some GATE requirements. Click here for location and date information. Registration for the GMTA Theory exam is separate from Music Day. To Register for a GMTA Theory exam, clink on the link below.

THE ONLY OPPORTUNITY FOR STUDENTS TO TAKE THE GMTA THEORY EXAM IS AT THE GCMTA MUSIC DAY EVENT.

GMTA Theory Exam Information

Exam Fee: $15.00 per student

Exam Administrator: Rie Hosoi, 678-596-0401, riehosoi@yahoo.com

Registration Deadline: October 1, 2026

*Registration for the GMTA Theory Test is only available online at GMTA’s website: http://georgiamta.org/

*Students may take the same exam or the next level. Sample exams can be found on the GMTA Website.

Georgia Auditions Theory Examination: GATE

Passing the GATE exam, or exemption from it, is required for students with an OP rating to move on to Regional or State Auditions. This exam is given in conjunction with GCMTA Local Auditions. Click here for date and location information.

THE ONLY OPPORTUNITY FOR STUDENTS TO TAKE THE GATE IS AT LOCAL AUDITIONS.

Exam Fee: $15.00 per student

Exam Administrator: Rie Hosoi, 678-596-0401, riehosoi@yahoo.com

Registration Deadline: January 15, 2027

Registration for the GMTA Theory Test is only available ONLINE at the GMTA website: http://georgiamta.org/