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NANM National Convention Schedule

July 12 - 17, 2025 • Detroit, Michigan

It is with great anticipation that we invite you to attend the upcoming NANM National Convention, to be held July 12 - 17, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan at the Detroit Marriott, Renaissance Center.  This will be an event you will not want to miss!  Our workshops will feature the following:

Strong Body, Strong Voice: The Connection Between Athleticism and Vocal Health

presented by Shauna Howard

They Want Our Rhythm But Not Our Blues

presented by G. Preston Wilson

Duke Ellington: The Classical Piano Composer

presented by Martin David Jones

Soulful Strategies: A Survival Guide for Black Collegiate Musicians

presented by The Black Collegiate Musicians Organization

Building a Successful High School Voice Studio: From Foundation to Flourish

presented by Alaina Brown-Chin

Black Music & Culture at Berklee College of Music, Part II

presented by Michael C. Mason, Aminah Pilgrim, and Chloe Swindler

A View from The Balcony: Opera Through Womanist Eyes

presented by Rev. Dr. Jean Derricotte Murphy

Equity and Tenure in Orchestras: Lessons from 'Dear American Orchestras'

presented by the Black Orchestral Network

Choral Clinic for Developing Voices: Fostering Confidence and Musicianship in Youth

presented by 

The evolution of the African American Song: Celebration of the works of Joubert

presented by Artina McCain

2025 National Scholarship Competition for Piano

Featuring the winners from the regional competitions.

The New Century Competition for Organ

Featuring new and talented organists from around the country!

The William Warfield Vocal Masterclass

Featuring our talented Collegiate Young Artist vocalists.

Gala Awards Banquet

Honoring legendary musicians and change-makers including Dr. Willis and Frankie Patterson, Dr. Anne-Marie Hudley Simmons, Afa Dworkin, Robin Terry, and Dr. Alvin Waddles.

Keynote Speakers

Including Dr. Leah Claiborne

NANM Convention 2025

Our final schedule of workshops, clinics, performances, and much more, is forthcoming.  This year's convention will be an event you will not want to miss!

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