The Richmond Branch Registered Music Teachers' Association is part of a Canada-wide federation of more than 3,000 private music teachers, committed to professionalism and a high level of training. Prospective members of the Association must hold a degree or diploma from a recognized university or conservatory, or meet the necessary qualifications set down by the registering province. The provincial association is affiliated with the national association, the Canadian Federation of Music Teachers' Associations (CFMTA).

The Richmond Branch Registered Music Teachers' Association encourages the highest calibre of music education possible and promotes high standards of music in the community.

The Richmond Branch Registered Music Teachers' Association provides:

High musical and academic qualifications among its teachers
Progressive ideas on the teaching of music
Workshops and lectures for continued education of teachers
Recital Opportunities
Attendance at the National and Provincial Conventions
Cultural events in the communities
Awareness of contemporary Canadian music

Subjects of instruction offered by teachers of the Richmond Branch BCRMTA include:

Accompanying Early Beginner Ear Training Kelly Kirby Kodaly Orff Organ Piano

Strings: Violin Viola Suzuki Harpsichord Piccolo Flute Voice

Theoretical Subjects:

Analysis Counterpoint Harmony Keyboard Harmony

Rudiments History Teachers' Written Viva Voce