LAB COHORT FAQs
Application process
Yes. A complete application includes:
- Teaching Artist Application
- Supervisor Recommendation
No. either the Teaching Artist or Supervisor may begin the process.
Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
TATI tracks both submissions internally. You may also follow up with your supervisor or Teaching Artist to confirm.
Eligibility
Teaching Artists must:
- Lead group-based music instruction
- Teach regularly (at least 3 hours/week across classes)
- Work within a community music or El Sistema-inspired program
No. Unless, they are also teaching group classes, this program is designed specifically for Teaching Artists who primarily teach group classes.
Yes. There is no limit to applications, but a maximum of 4 will be accepted per organization.
PROGRAM COMMITMENT
- ~4 hours/month of live sessions
- ~2–4 hours/month of independent work
Lab Lectures take place the first week of the month:
- Mondays, 11am-1pm ET OR
- Tuesdays, 7:30-9:30pm ET
Discussion Groups take place the third week of the month:
- Mondays, 11am-1pm ET OR
- Mondays, 7:30-9:30pm ET OR
- Tuesdays, 7:30-9:30pm ET OR
- Wednesdays, 11am-1pm ET
Accepted cohort members will select their preferences for Lab Lectures and Discussion Groups. Changing schedules is not permitted.
Consistent attendance is required. Repeated absences or lack of communication may result in removal from the program.
No. The Lab Cohort is a live, interactive program and cannot be completed through recordings alone.
FINANCIAL QUESTIONS
Yes. All participants receive a full-tuition scholarship.
Participants are responsible for:
- Travel and lodging for attendance at one in-person event. Limited financial aid is available
- A $200 refundable program deposit (returned upon completion of Cohort program in July 2027)
Yes. Limited support may be available for Regional Practicums and other costs.
Reduced deposits are available. We encourage all eligible Teaching Artists to apply. Please contact us at admin@tatraininginstitute.org to request support with your Cohort application.
REGIONAL PRACTICUMS
Yes. All Cohort members are expected to attend one Regional Practicum. Event dates and locations will be announced in mid to late Summer 2026. Each event is 2-3 days, and 4 different event regions are offered each year.
Event dates and locations will be announced in mid to late Summer 2026. Each event is 2-3 days, and 4 different event regions are offered each year.
DECISIONS & TIMELINE
- Priority decisions: June 12, 2026
- Final decisions: September 18, 2026
We strongly encourage applying during the Spring (Priority) window, and is when the majority of applications are received and accepted. Applying during this time allows Teaching Artists and their organizations to plan ahead and align schedules and commitments for the upcoming program year.
The Fall window has fewer openings and is more competitive, making it a better fit for Teaching Artists or organizations still confirming schedules or staffing for the year.
If you apply during the Spring Early Decision window, but receive a “Deferred” status, this means your application will be reconsidered in the final round of review in September 2026. There is nothing further you need to do, and you will receive a final accepted/declined decision by September 18.
Still have questions?
Email us at admin@tatraininginstitute.org.