2026-2027 ASTA Jambassadors Mentorship Program
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Apply to be part of ASTA’s new Jambassadors Mentorship Program
What is it?
- Jambassadors is a mentorship program which provides support and resources to develop performance, historical, and pedagogical expertise in a chosen style/genre of string performance and share their learning through professional development. Styles can be anything from fiddling to mariachi to R&B to new emerging types of musicianship - there is no limit to which genre you want to explore!
- Over the course of a year, a Jambassador will immerse themselves in one style of their choice through research, teaching, and performance. You will be guided towards rich resources on historical performance practice, key performers and repertoire within the style, and pedagogical applications for you and your students.
- Each Jambassador will be provided with 2 mentors based on chosen style and pedagogical setting. They will receive monthly virtual meetings to assist in goal setting, resources, and the development of the chosen style.
- At the culmination of the mentorship program, Jambassadors will present a mini jam at the National ASTA conference and webinar in early spring where they share their work.
- Learn more! Watch a promo video here.
What is required for eligibility?
- Be an active ASTA member at application and through the term of the program.
- Have established history within a string teaching setting.
- Curiosity towards a style or genre which is new to you.
When does this happen?
- Follow the link on the ASTA website to apply today. Note that application prompts can be answered via written text or video response.
- Applications are due Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
- Notification will be sent by June 1, 2026.
- The program will begin August 2026 and culminate in April 2027
Where can I ask more questions?
Reach out to George Nicholson, ASTA Eclectic Styles Committee: gnichol@udel.edu