Help Our Young Musicians Shine: Support New Music Stands!
Help me give my students durable, adjustable and sturdy music stands that will ensure every student has a reliable way to hold their sheet music.
FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Virgil's classroom raised $1,799
This project is fully funded
My Project
My students are more than just musicians, they are dreamers, leaders, and passionate learners. Every day, they come into the music room ready to challenge themselves. They support each other like a family, whether they are first-time players or experienced performers.
For many, music is more than a class, it’s a safe space, a creative outlet, and a source of confidence.
No matter their background, they work hard to grow as musicians and people. They deserve the best tools to help them succeed.
Our music program is thriving, but we are struggling with outdated, unstable, and insufficient music stands. Many of our stands are broken, forcing students to share or use creative but ineffective solutions to hold their sheet music in place. This creates unnecessary frustration and limits their ability to focus on GOOD making music.
With your support, we aim to purchase durable, adjustable music stands that will ensure every student has a reliable stand to hold their sheet music. Improve posture and playing technique and enhancing performance. Create a professional rehearsal environment, preparing students for concerts and competitions.
Our goal is to give every student the tools they need to focus on learning, practicing, and performing at their best. By providing high-quality music stands, we can enhance learning experiences and ensure every student can read and play music comfortably. Foster confidence and independence by eliminating distractions caused by faulty equipment. Support student success in concerts, competitions, and beyond, helping them feel proud of their hard work.
Music is powerful-it teaches discipline, creativity, and teamwork. It gives students a voice and a way to express themselves. By contributing to this project, you’re not just providing music stands, you’re investing in young artists, in their education, and in their future.
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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