Purpose of the Award:
To recognize significant contributions and support to school music.
Who is Eligible:
Any person affiliated with a music merchant, music retailer, manufacturer, publisher, or other business that serves music.
Criteria:
Information gathered should include:
- A description of the type of business the nominee is involved with.
- Current and past contributions to school and/or community music activities.
- Personal statements regarding the importance of the nominee’s contributions.
- Any other supportive information about the nominee that can be provided.
Deadline:
All materials must be submitted by July 1
Previous Award Winners
| YEAR | RECIPIENT(S) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | Mary Luehrsen - NAMM Foundation, New York |
| 2023 | Todd and DeDe Heid - Heid Music - Appleton, WI |
| 2020 | David "Arnie" Arneson - Schmitt Music - Eau Claire, WI Tristann Rieck - Brass Bell Music Store - Glendale, WI |
