The American Musicological Society exists to expand understanding of music and sound through research, teaching, learning, and advocacy. To achieve this, the Society supports a variety of initiatives including grants, fellowships, publications, public programs, and professional support for its members. Central to its mission is the promotion of equity, access, and inclusion.
The Harold Powers World Travel Fund supports scholarly travel for research in music of all cultures and historical periods, fostering cross-cultural understanding and innovative musicological inquiry. The program encourages projects that expand the boundaries of musicological research, emphasizing the importance of global perspectives and fieldwork in advancing the discipline. It aims to facilitate meaningful engagement with diverse musical traditions and promote the exchange of ideas among music scholars worldwide.