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Fall brings new grants to create new art, training to improve practices, state-wide and regional connections, and even funding for music venues. See the list below, and check out upcoming Music Alliance events or reach out with questions.

Mass Street Music has been a staple in the Lawrence community for over 35 years. Starting in 1983, the shop provides a variety of music gear for both starter musicians and seasoned pros. The shop's "signature service" is the repair shop, says General Manager Mike Horan, with"3 full-time luthiers servicing most stringed instruments, from basic set-ups to full restorations" Every gear purchase at Mass Street Music includes a free setup, courtesy of the repair shop. Over the yea

With 2026 now up and running, we're taking a moment to share some of the activities, events and impact of our work over the past year.

Navigating the business side of music doesn’t come naturally to every songwriter or performer — but understanding music publishing and...

The Lawrence Music Alliance, with support from the Kansas Arts Commission, is offering subsidized travel support for Kansas artists,...

Artists, arts leaders, educators, and funders! Energize your creative practice at the 2025 Artists Thrive Summit in Kansas City, MO (May...

In mid-January 2025, my friend Kemet Coleman wrote a public letter titled "A Musician’s Plea: Three Actions Kansas City Must Take Now” poste

Welcome to the Lawrence Music Alliance Blog! This is where you can find updates and posts about our upcoming events, as well as news in...