Adults

Gard Scholarship Award Recipient, Jon Blanchette, Reflects on Working for a NAMM Retailer

Jon Blanchette, a 2015 Gard Scholarship Award Recipient, gained experience in the music products industry working with NAMM member Rick’s Musical Instruments in Cumberland, RI. Blanchette experienced working in the industry firsthand while learning to repair brass instruments.
Talking Up Music Education Podcast

Legendary Songwriter and Producer Artie Kornfeld, on Meeting Fats Domino and Promoting the Woodstock Festival

Talking Up Music Education is a podcast from The NAMM Foundation about music education. Download episode 38 today!

Our Hearts Go Out to Everyone Affected By Recent Disasters

On behalf of all of us at NAMM and The NAMM Foundation, our hearts go out to everyone impacted by the recent natural disasters.
Talking Up Music Education Podcast

From High School Drummer to Playing on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert: Phil Madeira

Talking Up Music Education is a podcast from The NAMM Foundation about music education. Download episode 39 today!

Music Impacts Learning and Way of Life

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.

Music Booster Organization Startups

When considering the components of a successful music program, the development of a Music Booster Organization counts as one of the most vital. Article written by Marcia Neel, and originally published in SBO Magazine.
Talking Up Music Education Podcast

No Hang Ups: Towne Credits Music Education Opportunities for Their Success and Shares Why They Named Their Van “Betty White.”

Talking Up Music Education is a podcast from The NAMM Foundation about music education. Download episode 37 today!
Talking Up Music Education Podcast

Sugarland's Kristian Bush on Family, Baked Beans, and Becoming a Singing Video Game Monster

Talking Up Music Education is a podcast from The NAMM Foundation about music education. Download episode 36 today!

Music Educators: Learn to Tell the Story

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 encouraging students to begin and stay in instrumental music programs.
Talking Up Music Education Podcast

Celebrating a Legend: Crystal Gayle on Living a Musical Life

Talking Up Music Education is a podcast from The NAMM Foundation about music education. Download episode 35 today!

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