Would $1,000 help you launch or build your music studio? Read on!

Here at Music Studio Startup, we have a special place in our hearts for teachers who are just starting out. ❤️ (We’re looking at you, music majors, recent grads, and young teachers!) Back in 2020, we held a grant competition to help teachers who were launching studios right at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. We had amazing applicants and winners and it was fun to help in a time of such uncertainty. But we also recognize that launching a studio is hard ANYTIME, not just when there’s a pandemic happening. So… (drumroll)… the music teacher grant competition is back for the FOURTH time!

2026 Competition

Application Opens: May 1, 2026 Deadline: June 15, 2026

2026 Prizes

Finalists + Grand Prize Winner

2024 Grand Prize Winner: Mimi Zhang

Mimi impressed the judges with her innovative approach to teaching and the way she is applying research from other fields to develop a creative lesson program. We couldn’t be more excited to support Mimi in her mission to give students positive and enriching musical experiences! Congratulations, Mimi! Listen to the podcast announcement:  

Finalists

Past Winners