Partnering with schools to provide music education for every child
Weekly, in-class music instruction for preschool through sixth grade. Engaging and hands-on lessons designed to meet state standards and the unique needs of every school community.
Program Highlights
Weekly Sequential Curriculum
Students build musical skills step-by-step and grade-by-grade through engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons.
Standards-Based and Culturally Responsive
Our curriculum meets state and national standards while celebrating diverse musical traditions and cultures.
Trained Music Educators
Specialized music educators bring expertise, creativity, and passion to every class, supported by ongoing professional development.
Flexible and Affordable
Programs are designed to fit each school’s schedule and budget, ensuring that high-quality music education is accessible to all.
~700
Classrooms served weekly
~20K
Preschool to 6th grade students reached annually
~50%
Schools in under-resourced communities
~40
Professional music educators
Our Curriculum
Our curriculum aligns with the California Arts Standards for Music and National Core Arts Standards. Students learn to read, play, listen to, and understand music while developing creativity, critical thinking, and a lifelong connection to music.
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Literacy
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Singing
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Part Work
💃
Movement
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Instruments
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Listening
Preschool
Provides three- and four-year old students with hands-on activities, folk songs, and interactive games that develop musical skills, self-expression, and collaboration.
General TK–5
Offers sequential music instruction where students explore singing, rhythm, theory, and movement, engage with a culturally diverse repertoire, and begin learning recorder in 3rd grade–building a strong foundation for a lifelong love of music.
Special Education
A specialized curriculum for lower elementary SDC classrooms with accommodations for students with learning disabilities. All educators are trained to use visual supports, modify activities, and apply evidence-based inclusive teaching methods.
Instrumental
Provides weekly instruction taught by instrumental specialists in violin, flute, clarinet, trumpet, or voice. This program builds on foundational music skills and introduces ensemble playing.
Program Overview
- Preschool – 5th grade programs over 18-30 week sequential lessons
- 20–45 minute weekly sessions during your school day
- Grade-level designed teaching kits with developmentally appropriate instruments and supplies
- Recorders for students in third grade and above
- Music sharing days, where families are invited to watch and participate in a music class
- Program satisfaction surveys administered
- Your experienced Program Manager oversees program scheduling, educator observations, and your program satisfaction
A nonprofit driven by impact:
Every aspect of our program is designed to ensure every student has access to music education.