With support from California Arts Council, Harmony Project will provide a comprehensive Mariachi and Banda Program in which 200 students are engaged with rigorous music instruction and complementary field trips to professional level concerts and workshops. Field trips are a part of our larger initiative of helping children attain self-fulfillment and future success by exposing them to new cultural experiences that would otherwise be inaccessible due to financial and geographical barriers.
Harmony Project implements music education programming for the benefit of more than 3,600 underserved K-12 students located within Los Angeles County and North Orange County. We believe that combining rigorous music instruction with a robust social support network empowers children and youth (between the ages of five through 18 years old) to become creative thinkers and confident learners capable of realizing their full potential. Our organization also integrates the following program elements at no cost to program participants:
Musical Instruments – Every student receives an instrument to take home and practice on.
Music Lessons – Four to six hours of weekly music instruction from a teaching artist at nearby school sites and recreational centers.
Orchestras & Concerts – Students perform music with their peers at iconic venues such as the Walt Disney Concert Hall and Hollywood Bowl.
Holistic Social Support – Our team of counselors, social workers, and therapists help students and their families navigate challenges at home and school.
Peer Mentoring – Advanced students support their peers through one-on-one mentoring.
Academic Support – Students have access to tutoring services that help ensure they excel in the classroom.
College Attainment – Access to one-on-one college counseling for parents and students to help ensure our students remain on track during the college admissions and financial aid process.
College Scholarships – We provide funding to support the college aspirations of our high school students.
Alumni Network – Alumni remain connected to Harmony Project through regular check-ins, internships, and paid music performance opportunities.
