With support from the California Arts Council, LA County Library will conduct two six-week sessions of free group music classes for middle schoolers in acoustic guitar, keyboard, and electric drums, hosted at six libraries throughout Los Angeles County which currently have a Tool Lending Library (Rosemead, Compton, San Fernando, Malibu, Norwalk, and Lancaster). Classes will focus on music theory, sight reading, and basic playing techniques, and will utilize the library as a safe community gathering place. Participants may also borrow the instruments, free of charge, for the duration of the class, to allow for practice. The program aims to overcome financial barriers to music education, particularly in underserved neighborhoods, and promote cognitive, emotional, and social benefits through music training.