K–12 Educators Grants in American Music
This grant funds K–12 educators to attend the Teaching Music History Conference, promoting professional development in American music history pedagogy and interdisciplinary teaching approaches.
Funder: American Musicological Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $500 travel grant plus complimentary conference registration; awarded to ~15 educators
Summary: Supports K–12 educators interested in American music by funding participation in the Teaching Music History Conference.
Description
This grant program provides travel support and complimentary registration for K–12 educators and music educators with a demonstrated interest in American music to attend the Teaching Music History Conference, hosted by the American Musicological Society (AMS) Pedagogy Study Group. The conference emphasizes music history pedagogy and interdisciplinary approaches, with a focus on childhood and youth studies and children’s music. Grant recipients join a cohort of educators, participate in featured lectures and programs, and engage in networking sessions designed to foster connections in musicology and music education. The intent is to promote educator engagement with historical pedagogy and American musical traditions, and to facilitate professional development for those teaching American music in K–12 settings.
