Call for Panelists: Music Education Partnership Grants

Chorus America invites diverse members of the music education and broader community with varied experiences and expertise to participate in the 2027 Music Education Partnerships review panel. Serving on a grant review panel is a rewarding way to share your expertise, connect with colleagues, and learn about projects and collaborations across the US & Canada. Desired Experience Bring an understanding of their community’s diverse singing traditions within the grant‘s geographic regions Classroom or administrative experience with choral and community partnerships Understanding of nonprofit arts management and funding Responsibilities Panelists will participate in 2 review process phases, which will include: Phase 1 Thursday, January 14 from 1-2:30pm Eastern Orientation & Implicit Bias Discussion (1.5 hours) January 15 – February 26 Score assigned applications, 20-30 hours total over 6 weeks Attend one Finalist Discussion for your assigned region below 3 hours March 1 from 1-4pm Eastern British Columbia & Northwest US March 2 from 1-4pm Eastern Central Appalachia US March 3 from 1-4pm Eastern Southwest US March 4 from 1-4pm Eastern Upper Midwest US Phase 2 Participation in one day of Virtual Learning Sessions for your assigned region Approx. 5-7 hours April 1 or 2 British Columbia & Northwest US April 6 or 8 Central Appalachia US April 13 or 15 Southwest US April 19 or 20 Upper Midwest US The time commitment above are estimates and could vary depending on the number of applications received. Honorarium An honorarium of $1,400 will be extended to panelists participating in Phase 1 and 2 of the review process. Submit a Nomination Form By Tuesday, December 8, 2026 To be considered, please complete the self-nomination form & agreement

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