Call for Panelists: Music Education Partnership Grants

Overview

Chorus America invites diverse members of the music education and broader community 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

• Understanding of 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

Phase 1 Responsibilities

• Thursday, January 14, 1–2:30pm ET: 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 (3 hours)
• March 1, 1–4pm ET: British Columbia & Northwest US
• March 2, 1–4pm ET: Central Appalachia US
• March 3, 1–4pm ET: Southwest US
• March 4, 1–4pm ET: Upper Midwest US

Phase 2 Responsibilities

• 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

Honorarium

An honorarium of $1,400 will be extended to panelists participating in Phase 1 and 2 of the review process.

Key Dates

• Nomination deadline: Tuesday, December 8, 2026

How to Apply

Complete the self-nomination form and agreement to be considered for the panel.