Foundation News: Articles & News

  • Music Starts Here: Students at Orange Grove Elementary School Enjoy a Day of Music Making with NAMM Member Volunteers

    On Jan. 23, 2018, NAMM members participated in a Day of Service to kick off The 2018 NAMM Show. Volunteers supported Anaheim Elementary School District’s effort to bolster music education at Orange Grove Elementary School.

  • From The Desk of Mary: Together, We Keep Music Education Strong

    Our January newsletter reaches you as we approach the The 2018 NAMM Show. Safe journey to the 1,500 music teachers and school administrators coming to Anaheim for Music Education Days, and over 2,000 college music students and faculty exploring careers in music who are joining us for the GenNext program.

  • The All-industry Drum Circle Celebrates the Joys and Benefits of Active Music Making

    The All-industry Drum Circle at The 2018 NAMM Show, sponsored by NAMM and supported by Remo Inc., has been rockin’ the Anaheim Convention Center for over 20 years. Learn more.
  • Talking Up Music Education Podcast

    Talking Up Music Education Podcast Interviews Broadcast LIVE from The NAMM Show

    Talking Up Music Education podcast interviews broadcast live from The 2018 NAMM Show include: Hunter Hayes, OK Go, Vanessa Carlton, FORTE and more. Watch the interviews today.

  • The Business Side of Teaching School Music: Fiscal Procedures

    Music educators are encouraged to watch “Tips for Success” videos (brought to you by The Music Achievement Council). The Music Achievement Council is an action-oriented nonprofit enabling more students to begin and stay in instrumental music programs.

  • The Sandy Feldstein Roundtable Featuring Towne and Music Industry Professionals

    Nashville-based powerhouse duo Towne performs. NAMM President and CEO Joe Lamond moderates a discussion among a panel of music industry professionals about what it takes to make a successful career in the music industry. This event is dedicated to SUNY Potsdam alumnus and long-time music industry icon, Sandy Feldstein. Presented by The NAMM Foundation.

  • From the Desk of Mary: Warm Holiday Greetings

    Warm holiday greetings from all of us at The NAMM Foundation! May the music of the season remind you that your efforts as a champion of music education seeks to assure that music learning is part of every child’s life as they grow and learn. Thank you for all you do to keep music education strong.

  • Grantee Spotlight: The John Lennon Educational Tour Bus

    The John Lennon Educational Tour Bus is a state-of-the-art mobile audio and video recording and production facility, committed to providing students with increased access to music, audio, video and broadcast technology. The Lennon Bus works with national partners, including The NAMM Foundation, to bring these events to elementary, middle and high schools around the country regardless of their levels of expertise.

  • Smith River Committed to Music Education For All

    Smith River, a K-8 school part of the Del Norte County Schools in Smith River California, is a four-time recipient of The NAMM Foundation’s Best Communities for Music Education (BCME) designation.

  • Communicating Music Education to Your Community

    Music educators are encouraged to watch “Tips for Success” videos (brought to you by The Music Achievement Council). The Music Achievement Council is an action-oriented nonprofit enabling more students to begin and stay in instrumental music programs.

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