Research that improves practices and increases public/private resources for music education and workforce development in the US.; Principal investigator must have a demonstrable research track record.; Welcome applications from early-career researchers and emerging investigators.; Must have a well-developed conceptual framework and research design.; Government agencies and non-US organizations are not eligible.
Requirements
Does not duplicate existing research.; Analytical models must be well-specified.; Research questions and hypotheses must be clearly stated.
Application materials
Download Guidelines; Download Application
Important dates
January 2026: Application Live; April 1, 2026: Round 1 Application Due; September 30: Award Notifications
Contact
Sharon Bryant, sharonb@namm.org
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