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Ms. Fujitani from Aiea, HI is requesting musical instruments through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Fueling Future Musicians: Essential Method Books for Band & Orchestra

Help me give my students Books that will allow them to become better musicians.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Fujitani's classroom raised $879

This project is fully funded

My Project

We are passionate about music! Our band and orchestra programs provide a vital creative outlet, teach teamwork and discipline, and foster a lifelong love of the arts. We have a diverse group of talented young musicians eager to learn and grow on their instruments.

However, our current collection of method books is outdated.

This makes it challenging to provide consistent and effective instruction for all our students, especially as our programs grow and students advance to different skill levels.

This project aims to provide our dedicated band and orchestra students with essential, up-to-date method books. These books are the cornerstone of their musical education, providing:

- Structured Learning: A clear progression of skills and techniques.

Individualized Practice: Resources for students to develop their abilities at their own pace.

- Ensemble Development: Materials that help students learn to play together effectively.

- Instrument-Specific Instruction: Targeted exercises and repertoire for each instrument in the band and orchestra.

- With your support, these resources will directly impact our students in our band and orchestra programs, from beginners just learning their first notes to more advanced students honing their skills.

Investing in these method books is an investment in the future of our young musicians. These resources will not only enhance their musical abilities but also foster their confidence, teamwork, and dedication. They will have the tools they need to excel in rehearsals, performances, and beyond.

Ms. Fujitani Aiea Intermediate School Grades 6-8

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than half of students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Essential Elements for Band - Book 2 with EEi: Conductor Score (Essential Elements 2000 Comprehensive Band Method) • Amazon Business $59.99 1 $59.99
Alfred Sound Innovations for Concert Band - Ensemble Development for Young Conce • Music & Arts $6.99 6 $41.94
Alfred Sound Innovations for String Orchestra Book 1 Conductor's Score • Music & Arts $39.99 1 $39.99
Alfred Sound Innovations for Concert Band - Ensemble Development for Young Conce • Music & Arts $6.99 5 $34.95
Alfred Sound Innovations for Concert Band - Ensemble Development for Young Conce • Music & Arts $6.99 5 $34.95
Alfred Sound Innovations for Concert Band - Ensemble Development for Young Conce • Music & Arts $6.99 4 $27.96
Alfred Sound Innovations for Concert Band: Ensemble Development for Young Concer • Music & Arts $6.99 3 $20.97
Hal Leonard Essential Elements for Band - Percussion and Keyboard Percussion 2 B • Music & Arts $15.15 1 $15.15
Hal Leonard Essential Elements for Band - Bb Tenor Saxophone 2 Book/Online Audio • Music & Arts $12.99 1 $12.99
Hal Leonard Essential Elements for Band - Tuba 2 Book/Online Audio • Music & Arts $12.99 1 $12.99
Hal Leonard Essential Elements for Band - Trombone 2 Book/Online Audio • Music & Arts $12.99 1 $12.99
Essential Elements for Band - Book 2 with EEi: Oboe (Book/Online Audio) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Essential Elements for Band - Book 2 with EEi - Bassoon (Book/Online Audio) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Essential Elements for Band - Book 2 with EEi for Baritone Saxophone (Book/Online Audio) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Hal Leonard Essential Elements for Band - Bb Trumpet 2 Book/Online Audio • Music & Arts $12.99 1 $12.99
Hal Leonard Essential Elements for Band - Baritone B.C. 2 Book/Online Audio • Music & Arts $12.99 1 $12.99
Essential Elements for Band Eb Alto Saxophone - Book 2 with EEi (Book/Online Audio) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Sound Differentiation for Beginning String Orchestra: Teacher's Edition: 15 Arrangements of Traditional Tunes on the D & A Strings, Perfect for ... (Sound Innovations for String Orchestra) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Hal Leonard Essential Elements for Band - Flute 2 Book/Online Audio • Music & Arts $12.38 1 $12.38
Alfred Sound Innovations for String Orchestra Book 1 Bass Book • Music & Arts $11.99 1 $11.99
Alfred Sound Innovations for String Orchestra Book 1 Violin Book • Music & Arts $11.99 1 $11.99
Alfred Sound Innovations for String Orchestra Book 2 Viola • Music & Arts $11.99 1 $11.99
Alfred Sound Innovations for String Orchestra Book 1 Viola Book • Music & Arts $11.99 1 $11.99
Alfred Sound Innovations for String Orchestra Book 2 Bass Book • Music & Arts $11.99 1 $11.99
Alfred Sound Innovations for String Orchestra Book 2 Cello Book • Music & Arts $11.99 1 $11.99
Alfred Sound Innovations for String Orchestra Book 2 Violin Book • Music & Arts $11.99 1 $11.99
Essential Elements for Band - Book 2 with EEi - F Horn (Book/Online Audio) • Amazon Business $11.69 1 $11.69
Alfred Sound Innovations for String Orchestra Book 1 Cello Book • Music & Arts $11.51 1 $11.51
Alfred Sound Innovations String Orchestra Sound Development Cello Book • Music & Arts $9.99 1 $9.99
Hal Leonard Essential Elements for Band - Bb Clarinet 2 Book/Online Audio • Music & Arts $9.99 1 $9.99
Sound Innovations for String Orchestra -- Sound Development: Violin, Book & Online Media • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Alfred Sound Innovations String Orchestra Sound Development Bass Book • Music & Arts $9.99 1 $9.99
Alfred Sound Innovations String Orchestra Sound Development Violin Book • Music & Arts $9.99 1 $9.99
Sound Differentiation for Beginning String Orchestra: Cello/Bass Book: 15 Arrangements of Traditional Tunes on the D & A Strings, Perfect for ... (Sound Innovations for String Orchestra) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Sound Differentiation for Beginning String Orchestra: Viola Book: 15 Arrangements of Traditional Tunes on the D & A Strings, Perfect for ... (Sound Innovations for String Orchestra) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Sound Differentiation for Beginning String Orchestra: Violin Book: 15 Arrangements of Traditional Tunes on the D & A Strings, Perfect for ... (Sound Innovations for String Orchestra) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Alfred Sound Innovations for Concert Band: Ensemble Development for Young Concer • Music & Arts $5.99 1 $5.99
Alfred Sound Innovations for Concert Band: Ensemble Development for Young Concer • Music & Arts $5.99 1 $5.99

Materials cost

$614.21

Vendor shipping charges

$66.09

Sales tax

$27.03

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.21

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$746.54

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$131.74

Total project goal

$878.28

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$878.28

1 Donor

-$439.14

Donations toward project cost

-$373.27

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$65.87

match offer

-$439.14

Match offer toward project cost

-$373.27

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$65.87

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