Music Education

The 2023 Best Communities for Music Education Web banner celebrating the winners

Deadline Extended Through Feb. 5: Apply Now for the Best Communities for Music Education Recognition from The NAMM Foundation

School districts and individual schools are encouraged to apply for national recognition.
Photo of the 2022 NAMM President Award Winners with NAMM President and CEO Joe Lamond at The 2022 NAMM Show in Anaheim

Applications for The President’s Innovation Award are Now Open

The application period for The NAMM Foundation’s President’s Innovation Award is now open. The annual award provides college music students focused on a career in music a stipend to attend The 2023 NAMM Show where they are invited to explore concepts, sessions, and technologies across music, pro audio, and entertainment technology.
NAMM Music Education Advocates standing on the balcony with Capitol in the background in Washignton DC

Former President's Innovation Award (PIA) Recipient Champions Music Education in The Halls of Congress

In September, emerging professional Emma Dawson had a unique opportunity to join NAMM and its Members in D.C. as they championed the importance of music education to the nation’s leaders.
GenNext College Music Society Fellows Program Award logo

Investing in the Future of the Music Industry with the Faculty Fellows Program

The NAMM Foundation-College Music Society Fellows Program seeks to support individuals who exhibit commitment and aptitude for developing curricula related to business leadership and innovation in music, pro-audio, and event technology.
Middle School children standing by a school bus with musical instruments

September's More to Start Fewer to Quit-Tips to Help Grow Your Music Program

An open-source, monthly newsletter brought to you by the Music Achievement Council. Each month, this free resource will feature a recruiting idea, retention idea, and tip for success for music educators.
young children making music

The NAMM Foundation Announces $482,500 in Grants to 23 Music-Making Programs

Grants provide vital funding to recipient organizations to create more music makers globally.
National Arts Education Status Report

Millions of U.S. Students Denied Access to Music Education, According to First-Ever National Study

New Music and Arts Education national report coincides with this month’s NAMM Music Education Advocacy Hill Day and National Arts in Education Week
Teacher with kids playing the violin

Back-to-School Recruitment Tips to Help Grow Your Music Program

This month's More to Start Fewer to Quit Tips come from Senior Director of Education at Yamaha and president of Music Education Consultants Inc. Marica Neel.
Hose a First Performance National Day of Celebration

Host a First Performance National Day of Celebration

Host a First Performance National Day of Celebration annually on the third Thursday of November to honor and recognize the achievements of beginning instrumental music students.
Disney Band performs at The 2022 NAMM Show

It’s a Wrap: The NAMM Foundation at The 2022 NAMM Show

During The 2022 NAMM Show, The NAMM Foundation hosted numerous concerts, educational sessions, and live events that showcase opportunities for NAMM members, college music students and faculty, PreK-12 educators, nonprofit service organizations, and other stakeholders and influencers who are essential to the music products industry ecosystem.

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