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Ms. Wilkie from Rego Park NY is requesting musical instruments through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Harmony in Tubes: a Boomwhacker Symphony

Help me give my students the chance to play more complex tunes with a complete array of boomwhackers.

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My Project

Our classroom is buzzing with excitement as we embark on a musical adventure! We are seeking your support to acquire additional Boomwhackers- those vibrant, color-coded plastic tubes that produce delightful sounds when struck. These magical instruments will enhance our music program and ignite creativity among our students. We are hoping to add some lower octave and chromatic notes to our collection to further expand the possibilities and complexities of our music!

1.

**Engaging Learning: Boomwhackers are hands-on, interactive, and visually appealing. They captivate students' attention and make learning music fun.

2. **Melodic Exploration: Each Boomwhacker corresponds to a specific pitch, allowing students to explore melodies, harmonies, and chords.

3. **Teamwork and Rhythm: Playing Boomwhackers in an ensemble fosters teamwork, timing, and coordination.

4. **Inclusivity: Boomwhackers are accessible to all students, regardless of prior musical experience.

1. **Enriched Music Curriculum: Boomwhackers will be integrated into our lessons, enhancing rhythm, melody, and creativity.

2. **Student Performances: Imagine our students proudly showcasing their Boomwhacker compositions during school events!

3. **Community Engagement: We'll organize a Boomwhacker concert, inviting parents, teachers, and community members to witness the magic.

Your support ensures that every student experiences the joy of making music.

Thank You!

Your generosity will resonate through our classroom, inspiring future musicians and fostering a lifelong love for music. Let's create harmonious memories together!

Ms. Wilkie
Grades 3-5
  • PS 139 Rego Park
  • Rego Park, NY
    • More than half of students from low‑income households

    This project will reach 400 students.

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Boomwhackers C Major Bass Diatonic Scale Set (Lower Octave) Boomwhackers Tuned P • Woodwind and Brasswind $35.95 2 $71.90
Boomwhackers 5-Note Chromatic Set (Upper Octave) Boomwhackers Tuned Percussion T • Woodwind and Brasswind $12.95 5 $64.75
Boomwhackers 5-Note Bass Chromatic Set (Lower Octave) Boomwhackers Tuned Percuss • Woodwind and Brasswind $25.25 2 $50.50

Materials cost

$187.15

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.81

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$219.96

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$38.82

Total project goal

$258.78

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $258.78

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 $258.78

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