Music Educator Awards

Established in 1997, the Columbus Symphony’s Music Educator Awards recognize those individuals who instill and inspire a love of music in the children and adults of central Ohio. The purpose of these annual awards is to promote a greater understanding of and appreciation for music education, as well as to honor those individuals who are making a real difference in our community through their dedication to music education. One award is honored in each of the following categories:

        *  Elementary Music Educator           *  Secondary Music Educator

*  Private/Community Educator         *  Lifetime Achievement

Each Music Educator Award winner receives a monetary grant to be spent at their direction for a broad range of music education endeavors, such as purchasing music, instrument repair, or professional development classes for the educator. The nomination process takes place from January 25-March 5. For additional information, please call (614) 221-4916. 

2021 Music Educator Award Winners

To see a list of past award recipients, CLICK HERE.