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Every child deserves access to the
life-changing advantages of a high quality music education

Empowerment Through Music

PROJECT MUSIC advances the critical life skills of youth in Stamford, CT by providing free music education, free instruments and direct instruction. Perhaps more importantly, we have deep and trusted connections with our families and students through mentorship and role modeling by our teaching artists and staff.

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Behind every instrument is an incredible musician

Access

By providing tuition-free lessons, instruments and mentoring we are able to address the extensive social challenges affecting the youth in the City of Stamford’s under-resourced neighborhoods.

Opportunity

Playing a musical instrument opens doors to new worlds and experiences. From self-expression to self confidence and leadership our students cultivate fundamental life skills.

Inspiration

Our immersive after-school program serves over 100 students, focused on closing the achievement gap and exposing young people to the beauty of a world filled with music.

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Why Music Matters

Our collective success results in social transformation, creation of inspiration and access for those most in need. Development of creativity and innovation ultimately gives our students the vision of their own potential.

Schools with music programs have an estimated 90.2% graduation rate and 93.9% attendance rate compared to schools without music education, which average 72.9% graduation and 84.9% attendance.