Updates and Resources for Business
NAMM continues to monitor and post developments related to COVID-19 (coronavirus) and the advisements from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the National Institute of Health (NIH) and the World Health Organization (WHO), among others, daily. We encourage NAMM members from outside the USA to contact their domestic business administration institutions and/or Chamber of Commerce, as well as their local music industry associations to learn about assistance available in your countries.
Disclaimers: Readers should be aware that given the unpredictability of the COVID-19 crisis, the federal government may alter its relief programs at any time. The information presented on this website is accurate as of the date of the posting.
The webinars below are intended as informational only and are not eligible for Professional Development credits or certificates.
Latest Updates
NFIB and the U.S. Chamber of Congress Issue Phase IV CARES Act Legislative...
The National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB) and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce issued proposed legislative priorities as Congress and the Administration consider Phase IV of the CARES COVID-19 relief package. NFIB's Phase four Legislative Priorities for Small Business Recovery focuses on five key elements, including financial assistance, liability protections, tax relief, unemployment insurance reform, and regulatory relief. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce letter to President Trump, Speaker Pelosi and Majority Leader Mitch McConnell also focuses on five key areas, including liability protection against lawsuits, support for small and midsize employers, support for childcare and K-12 schools, unemployment and job training, and state and local assistance.
Federal and State COVID-19 Relief Resources
There are options still available to small businesses in the form of grants and loans at the state and federal level. Your business may be eligible to receive financial assistance to get you through these unprecedented times. Learn more.
Paycheck Protection Flexibility Act Update
Join us for an update on the SBA Loan Forgiveness Application and the pending Paycheck Protection Flexibility Act. Topics covered: PPP expense forgiveness extension, non-payroll expense adjustment, expanded loan terms, payroll tax deferment, extended rehire deadline, and more. Hosted by Mary Luehrsen, Director, Public Affairs and Government Relations, NAMM, with special guest, Chris Cushing, Managing Director, Federal Strategies Team, Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough.
Advocacy Advances to Support Live Music, Entertainment Venues and Events
Today, 42 U.S. Senators co-signed a letter to Senate leaders, McConnell and Schumer, highlighting the challenges facing the live entertainment industry and asked for targeted legislative action as Congress works on additional economic relief legislation in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Keeping Music Education Strong: Updates on Back-to-School Protocols, Funding...
Experts will share updates on projections for timelines and protocols for school re-opening, urgent realities concerning education funding, impact on music education and the launch of advocacy messages and efforts to ensure music education continues to be a vital learning opportunity for all children. Presented by The NAMM Foundation and NAfME.
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Hosted by Mary Luehrsen, Executive Director, The NAMM Foundation.
Panelists include Jeremy Anderson, President, Education Commission of the States, Lexi Anderson, Assistant Director, Education Commission of the States, Chris Cushing, Managing Director, Federal Strategies Team, Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough, Connie Myers, Policy Advisor, Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough, Lynn Tuttle, Director of Public Policy, Research, and Professional Development, National Association for Music Education, Kathleen Sanz, President, National Association for Music Education; President and CEO, Center for Fine Arts Education; State Executive, Florida Music Educators Association, Robert Morrison, CEO, Quadrant Research; Director, Arts Ed. NJ and special guest John Rich, Singer, Songwriter, Artist Entrepreneur
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Past Webinars
Additional COVID-19 Resources
Music Retail Resources
Business Relief Resources
- NAMM Issues and Advocacy Resources
- Key Provisions in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act ("CARES Act")
- Paycheck Protection Program: US Treasury Borrowers Fact Sheet and Q&A
- SBA Paycheck Protection Details
- Guidance for Businesses and Employers to Respond to Covid-19 – Small Business Administration
- Step-By-Step Guide to Help Small Business Prepare to Access Fund
Global Resources
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Australia
Austria
Brazil
Canada
- Canadian Music Trades COVID-19 Relief Updates
- Managing Financial Health in Challenging Times Guide
- The Government of Canada COVID-19 Economic Response Plan
- Retail Council of Canada Covid-19 Resources for Retailers
- Ontario Government Covid-19 Resource page
- Canadian Musician Trade: "Pushing Through the Pandemic"
France
- Coronavirus Information from the Government of France
- Updates from the French Music Instrument Makers Association (CSFI)
Germany
- German Government Aid for artists and self employed in creative industries
- Corona crisis: useful information
- Germany’s Society of Music Merchants SOMM COVID-19 website
India
Russia
Italy
Spain
United Kingdom
House of Worship Resources
Now more than ever, the connections and sense of community provided by houses of worship are critical. To best navigate this new normal, take advantage of these following resources, with cutting-edge ideas, tips and technologies to help your worship service continue to thrive.
Community
Live Streaming
- NAMM Webinar: House of Worship Streaming and Production in the COVID-19 Era
- Church Video + Streaming Handbook
- How to Live Stream Your Worship Service
- Top 5 Mistakes Churches Make About Streaming
- 5 Easy Steps to Your Best Church Streaming System
- Tips for Live-Streaming Your Worship Service
- Online Church Studio Tour | Broadcast Setup for Small Churches
- Live Streaming Setup for Churches 2020
- Perfecting Audio and Video for Livestream Church Services
- How to Livestream Worship Audio
Technology and Tools
Individual Relief Resources
Emergency Funding For Artists / Music Industry Professionals
- Federal State/Local Benefit Finder
- American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) Relief Fund
- Artist Relief Tree
- Equal Sound Corona Relief Fund
- MusicCare's Covid-19 Relief Fund
- Musicians Foundation’s Covid-19 Emergency Aid Grant Program
- SoundGirls Coronavirus Relief (for production techs who are now unemployed)
- Sweet Relief’s COVID-19 Fund
- American Federation Of Musicians
- The Blues Foundation’s HART Fund
- International Bluegrass Music Association’s Bluegrass Trust Fund
- Jazz Foundation’s Musicians’ Emergency Fund
- Music Health Alliance
- Small Business Administration’s Guidance & Loan Resources (COVID-19)
Emergency Funding for Musicians Infected with Covid-19 who Require Intensive Care
Mental Health Resources
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: call 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
- Crisis Text Line: text “HOME” to 741-741
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA’s) Disaster Distress Helpline: call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746
- Support Act Wellbeing Helpline (free, confidential counseling service) for anyone working in music in Australia: call 1-800-959-500 or email admin@supportact.org.au
- Backline: a hub for artists, industry professionals and their families to access mental health and wellness resources
- Centers for Disease Control’s tips for managing anxiety & stress in regard to Covid-19
- Tour Support: response to COVID-19 includes providing one month of free online therapy through Better Help to independent touring contractors who are unemployed or were planning to join a tour that has been postponed or canceled)
- Jazz Foundation’s Musicians’ Emergency Fund
- Music Health Alliance
- Small Business Administration’s Guidance & Loan Resources (Covid-19)
Instrument Cleaning Resources
- NAMM's COVID-19 and Instrument Cleaning
- Third Round of Performing Arts Aerosol Study: Written Report of Data, Video Conversation of Results (with Lead Researchers and Co-Chairs), Let's Talk About Transmission (Video)
- The Piano Technicians Guild Suggestions for Safely Disinfecting Pianos
- CSFI's Good Practice Guide
- She Shreds Magazine's How to Disinfect Musical Instruments
- Volwein's Music: Instrument Hygiene for Musicians
- Connolly Music's Cleaning Your Brass Instruments
- CDC Cleaning Surfaces Guidelines
- Infection Control: Keeping Your Music Instruments Clean and Safe
- National Association of Professional Band Instrument Repair Technicians's Instrument Cleanliness
- Amro Music's Video Series on Sanitizing Instruments: Wind Instruments, Stringed Instruments, Clarinet, Trumpet, Trombone, Flute, Saxophone, French Horn.
- How to Sanitize Your Guitar By PRS Guitars
Live Event/Sound Resources
- PLSN/FOH Covid-19 Entertainment Technology Economic Impact Survey
- Event Safety Alliance Reopening Guide
- MusiCares Coronavirus Relief Fund
- ESTA COVID-19 Resources
- USITT Industry Resources
- Lighting&Sound America COVID-19 Resources
- Southeastern Theatre Conference, Inc. (SETC): COVID-19 Theatre Resources List
- Magnum Co.: Social Distancing Gig Guide: Tips for the COVID19 Downtime
- Live Design Magazine: Coronavirus Resources: Free Online Audio Training
- Front of House Magazine: Live Event Production COVID-19 Resources
- Sound and Communications AV Industry Video Chats About COVID-19
- 4Wall Blog - Resources and Training for Continued Learning