Nashville Black Music Association Membership ProgramJoin the Movement to Preserve and Celebrate Nashville's Black Musical HeritageThe Nashville Black Music Association (NBMA) is dedicated to celebrating, educating, and promoting Nashville's rich Black music heritage across all genres—from gospel and sacred music to blues, jazz, R&B, soul, and hip-hop. Founded in 2020, we're building a thriving ecosystem that honors our past, empowers our present, and shapes the future of Nashville's Black musical legacy.Membership Levels & BenefitsStudent Membership - $35/yearPerfect for students pursuing music education or those interested in Nashville's Black music heritageAccess to all NBMA educational programmingInvitations to member-exclusive eventsDigital access to our growing archive of Nashville's Black music historyNetworking opportunities with industry professionalsStandard Membership - $55/yearFor music enthusiasts, community supporters, and industry professionalsAll Student Member benefitsPriority seating at signature events like "My Soul Looks Back Nashville Gospel Honors"Quarterly member meetups and networking sessionsAccess to our mentorship program connectionsDiscounted tickets to all NBMA eventsPremium Membership - $75/yearFor dedicated supporters who want full access to our programmingAll Standard Member benefitsFREE admission to all membership events throughout the yearExclusive invitations to intimate performances and behind-the-scenes experiencesFirst access to tickets for major events like the Nashville Black Music FestivalAnnual appreciation dinner with NBMA leadership and special guestsWhat Your Membership SupportsYour membership directly funds:Heritage Preservation: Building our digital archive in partnership with local institutionsArtist Development: Mentorship programs pairing established artists with emerging talentEducational Programming: Workshops, masterclasses, and community outreachSignature Events: Including the Harry T. Burleigh Festival, Black Hymnody celebrations, and Gospel HonorsScholarship Fund: Supporting young Black musicians pursuing music educationExclusive Member ExperiencesQuarterly Membership Meetings: September, December, January, and AprilIntimate Pairings: Monthly programming featuring Nashville's finest Black artistsBehind-the-Scenes Access: Meet artists, attend rehearsals, and experience music creation firsthandCommunity Impact: Be part of initiatives that directly support Nashville's Black music communityOur Subsidiaries & ProgrammingAs a member, you'll have access to programming across all our divisions:Nashville Gospel and Sacred Music Coalition: Gospel heritage celebration and educationNashville Classically Black: Classical music appreciation and performance opportunitiesNashville Roots Revival: Exploring the foundations of American musicFuture Divisions: Jazz, Hip-Hop, and Blues programming launching in 2026Join a Legacy-Building CommunityWhen you become an NBMA member, you're not just supporting an organization—you're joining a movement to ensure Nashville's Black musical contributions are celebrated, preserved, and continue to influence the global music landscape for generations to come.Ready to be part of Nashville's musical future while honoring its incredible past?Membership dues are annual and help sustain our year-round programming. All memberships include digital communications, event updates, and access to our growing network of artists, industry professionals, and music lovers.

Join the Nashville Black Music Association's Choir 🎶After years of celebrating Nashville's gospel legends—from the Fisk Jubilee Singers to the Fairfield Four, from Music City Mass to BC&M Mass Choir—NBMA is writing a new chapter.Introducing our official ensemble: a choir born from the city that shaped sacred sound in America. This isn't just another choir. It's Nashville's Black musical legacy, living and breathing on stage. From spirituals to gospel, from sanctuary to stage—this ensemble carries forward the sacred sounds that built our city's soul.One voice. One song. One city's unbreakable musical heritage.What you can expectRehearsals focused on musical excellence, community, and shared history 🎤. Whether you’re a seasoned singer or returning to choir after a break, this is a space to grow, connect, and celebrate Black musical heritage.