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Mr. Jackson from LAUDERHILL, FL is requesting musical instruments through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Jazz Band Mutes

Help me give my students the tools needed to maximize in our musical creativity in jazz. The mutes will provide sounds that will help the Piper Jazz Band achieve the sounds created by the early jazz bands.

  • $894 goal

This project expired on April 17, 2025.

This project expired on April 17, 2025.

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The use of mutes in the Piper Jazz band will be an invaluable tool for students, allowing them to explore a wide range of tonal colors and textures. By incorporating mutes into their performances, students will not only enhance their ability to achieve more nuanced, expressive sounds but also deepen their understanding of the stylistic elements that define jazz. Mutes allow for subtle variations in dynamics and timbre, which are essential for capturing the mood and character of different jazz styles. This hands-on experience will expand their musical vocabulary and encourage creative exploration, helping them become more versatile and expressive musicians.

Mr. Jackson Piper High School Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

LAUDERHILL, FL View local requests

Nearly all 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

30 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Denis Wick DW5529 Series Trombone Adjustable Cup Mute • Music & Arts $84.00 5 $420.00
Harmon J1 Triple Play Combo Trumpet Mute • Music & Arts $39.52 5 $197.60
Denis Wick DW5533 Series Bass Trombone Cup Mute • Music & Arts $101.00 1 $101.00

Materials cost

$718.60

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 FREE

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 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.78

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$759.38

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$134.01

Total project goal

$893.39

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