The National Music Council honored iconic a cappella group Take 6, and in an unprecedented move, presented the prestigious American Eagle Award to all music teachers in the nation for their extraordinary service during the pandemic at the organization’s 37th annual ceremony on Thursday, July 15 at Summer NAMM in Nashville. The honors are presented each year in recognition of those who have made long-term contributions to American musical culture, to showcase the ideal of music education for all children, and to support the protection of creators’ rights both locally and internationally.

American Music Artists Thank Music Teachers

Hit Songwriters Rick and Janis Carnes Pay Tribute to Music Teachers

American Eagle Award Presentation to Music Teachers

Jim Ed Norman Tribute to Take 6

Take 6 Accepts the 2021 American Eagle Award and Pays Tribute to Their Music Teachers

Rick and Janis Carnes Tribute Song for Music Teachers