My students are creative, thoughtful and full of energy! They love hands-on, active, engaging projects and challenges that allow them to collaborate and compete! Located right outside of Philadelphia these students have a thirst for exposure.
They have embraced every instrument I have given to them and continue to want to learn more.
I am very impressed with their enthusiasm for learning, passion for a challenge, and ownership of their creative projects.
My Project
I love the ukulele as a teaching tool because of its ease of playing and versatility of genres. Students can learn their first chord on the instrument within a minute of picking it up for the first time.
This concept of “quick success” encourages continued interest in learning, they can learn the songs they hear on the radio and gain confidence in accompanying their voice.
World drumming has ease of playing and additionally allows students both a physical and creative outlet. Playing rhythms together in complementary ways and creating our own rhythmic accompaniments is such a rewarding process.
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
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