Dena Epstein Award for Archival and Library Research in American Music supports researchers working in archives and libraries worldwide to advance understanding of music directly connected with the United States.
Applications are now being accepted for the 2027 awards, with proposals and support letters due August 17, 2026; the previously unavailable application page is now accessible. It provides submission instructions and requirements, including a proposal under five pages, a CV, and two support letters; other application rules are also detailed.
Deborah Wong Research & Publication Award supports scholars from marginalized groups with research and publication expenses for projects that contribute to the field of ethnomusicology.
The Carol June Bradley Award for Historical Research in Music Librarianship supports researchers studying the history of music libraries and librarianship to document collections, practices, and people.
This grant funds coalition member organizations to create scholarly and public projects interpreting or analyzing music, including books, articles, digital initiatives, and public programs.
The Walter Gerboth Award supports newer music librarians and researchers working on research in progress in music or music librarianship, encouraging scholarship in music, bibliography, and libraries.
Early Music Organizational Grants support organizations’ research-skills programming and educational performances to sustain expertise in studying, teaching, and performing music before c. 1600.