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Thank you for helping our program grow!","fullyFundedDate":1752586592575,"projectUrl":"project/a-strong-foundation-a-new-digital-piano/9379799/","projectTitle":"A Strong Foundation: A New Digital Piano for Band Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fromme","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6387545_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732142698995","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsfromme"},{"teacherId":6387545,"projectId":9318608,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our new mobile whiteboard and other school supplies have brought so much energy and creativity to our classroom! Students love using the whiteboard to share announcements, encouraging messages, and fun artwork that helps everyone feel connected and inspired.\r\n\r\nThese new tools make it easier to organize lessons, display rehearsal goals, and work together as a team. The supplies add color and excitement, helping students express themselves and take pride in their classwork.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has made a lasting difference for our students. Thank you for helping us learn, create, and grow together!","fullyFundedDate":1752586483747,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-every-learner-with-a-mobile-whi/9318608/","projectTitle":"Engaging Every Learner With a Mobile Whiteboard and Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fromme","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6387545_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732142698995","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsfromme"},{"teacherId":6387545,"projectId":9317258,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our band now has a brand-new concert bass drum, and it has already made a huge difference for our students! The first time they saw it, their faces lit up with excitement. The room was instantly filled with smiles and energy. We've already put the drum to use in rehearsal for our upcoming concert, and the students love how it adds a powerful heartbeat to the ensemble. \r\n\r\nLooking ahead, the bass drum will play a key role in our fall and winter performances, and our percussionists are eager to continue exploring new rhythms and techniques with it. This instrument will not only enhance our concerts but also give our students more opportunities to grow as musicians and leaders.\r\n\r\nThank you again for giving our students this experience! They are proud to play it, and we are all grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1752586559831,"projectUrl":"project/bring-the-beat-a-bass-drum-for-our-conc/9317258/","projectTitle":"Bring the Beat: A Bass Drum for Our Concert Band","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fromme","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6387545_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732142698995","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsfromme"},{"teacherId":6387545,"projectId":9379806,"letterContent":"When the boxes of new music arrived for our band program, it felt like a celebration. The students gathered around as we carefully opened the stacks, and their eyes lit up as soon as they saw the titles. Pieces like Coldplay Classics, Shake It Off, Smoke on the Water, Eye of the Tiger, and Disney on Parade instantly sparked excitement and conversation. It wasn't just new sheet music—it was a gift of opportunity, growth, and joy.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply thankful for this incredible addition to our music library. Each new piece means a chance for students to try something fresh, stretch their abilities, and connect with music they recognize and love. These Flex-Band arrangements are especially important for us because of the flexibility they provide. No matter how our instrumentation shifts from year to year, we can still perform full and exciting works. That adaptability is vital for schools like ours, and it ensures every student, on every instrument, has a meaningful part to play.\r\n\r\nThe first time the students flipped through the scores, the room buzzed with energy. They pointed at titles, asked if we could start with their favorites, and began imagining what it would sound like to bring these pieces to life together. That excitement matters more than anything else, because it fuels their motivation. When students are eager to play, they practice harder, listen more carefully, and give their best effort in rehearsal. The arrival of this music has already set a new tone of enthusiasm and anticipation in our band room.\r\n\r\nThis gift also connects us more closely to our audiences. Parents, families, and community members always enjoy hearing songs they know, whether it's the power of Themes from the 1812 Overture, the fun of Hooked on a Feeling, or the magic of Music from Frozen. Recognizable, engaging music keeps our concerts lively and makes our performances memorable. That connection strengthens support for our program, showing everyone how much music can bring people together.\r\n\r\nBut beyond concerts and rehearsals, this music carries a deeper message to our students: they are worth investing in. When they see brand-new music purchased for them, they understand that their efforts, their learning, and their growth are valued. It sends a clear signal that the community believes in them, and that what they do in band is important. For many of our students, this kind of encouragement is life-changing.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our entire band program, thank you for making this possible. These pieces will bring joy, challenge, and pride to our students for years to come. They are more than notes on a page—they are experiences, memories, and lessons that will shape our young musicians. Every rehearsal and every concert that comes from this music will be a reflection of your generosity.\r\n\r\nWe cannot wait to perform these new selections. Thank you for supporting our students and the power of music.","fullyFundedDate":1752586596560,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-build-a-modern-music-library-for/9379806/","projectTitle":"Help Us Build a Modern Music Library for Our Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fromme","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6387545_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732142698995","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsfromme"},{"teacherId":6387545,"projectId":9379247,"letterContent":"When our new chairs arrived for the band room, it may have seemed like a small upgrade to some, but for us it was truly a big deal. The simple addition of new seating has already transformed the way our students feel when they walk into rehearsal. We are so thankful for this gift, and we want to take a moment to share just how much of a difference these chairs are making in our everyday lives.\r\n\r\nThe band room is the heart of so much energy, music, and growth. It's where students gather not just to rehearse notes on a page, but to build teamwork, confidence, and a sense of belonging. Having the right equipment in that space matters more than people realize. When chairs are mismatched, broken, or uncomfortable, rehearsals can feel distracted and disorganized. Students fidget, instruments slip, posture suffers, and focus drifts. But with these new chairs, our students now have seating designed to fit our band room and to support the kind of learning and playing we strive for every day.\r\n\r\nThe very first rehearsal we had after setting up the new chairs, you could see the difference immediately. Students walked in and noticed right away. Their faces lit up, and there was a buzz of excitement in the room. Something as simple as seating reminded them that what they do in this space matters, and that there are people who care enough to make their experience better. That sense of pride in their space reflects in the way they play, the way they sit up straighter, and the way they carry themselves as young musicians.\r\n\r\nMusic is already a discipline that requires so much focus and teamwork. Having the right tools makes it that much easier for students to give their best effort. With the new chairs, everyone has a consistent setup, and that consistency brings order and efficiency to our rehearsals. Students are more comfortable, which helps them hold their instruments properly and practice with better technique. That alone will carry over into improved performances for our concerts, pep band events, and beyond.\r\n\r\nBut beyond posture and practical use, there's something else these chairs bring: a sense of being valued. Our students notice when the program receives support. They notice when their classroom environment improves. It tells them that their hard work matters, that their time spent practicing and performing is worth investing in. And for students who sometimes wonder if what they do in band is appreciated, this is a clear and powerful answer: yes, it is.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful to those who made this possible. Thank you for recognizing the importance of music education and for providing our band with resources that directly impact student success. These chairs are not just seats. They are part of the foundation our young musicians sit on as they learn, grow, and share their music with the community.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts, thank you for helping us create a space that supports, inspires, and uplifts our students every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1752586605476,"projectUrl":"project/support-our-sound-comfortable-seating-f/9379247/","projectTitle":"Support Our Sound: Comfortable Seating for Our Band Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fromme","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6387545_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732142698995","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsfromme"},{"teacherId":6387545,"projectId":9498381,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for the generous Teachers Pay Teachers gift cards. With your support, I was able to purchase a wonderful resource for my classroom that brings music and culture to life for my students. The lesson plan includes daily listening activities, engaging content on music through the decades, and fun extension activities that truly spark student interest.\r\n\r\nAlready, my students are responding with excitement and curiosity as they connect history, culture, and music in meaningful ways. Having structured listening journals, projects like planning a 1950s sock hop, and even optional activities such as Broadway word searches makes learning both interactive and enjoyable. These materials are helping me create lessons that are not only informative but also memorable.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a real difference in my classroom. Thank you for supporting both me as a teacher and my students as they explore music and culture in new and exciting ways.","fullyFundedDate":1754584929727,"projectUrl":"project/tpt-giftcards-for-a-new-music-curriculum/9498381/","projectTitle":"TPT Giftcards for a New Music Curriculum!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fromme","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6387545_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732142698995","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsfromme"},{"teacherId":6387545,"projectId":9284600,"letterContent":"When our new tenor saxophone arrived, my students were absolutely thrilled. The second I carried the case into the band room, you could see their faces light up. They gathered around, whispering and pointing, and I could feel the buzz of excitement filling the room. It wasn't just about getting a new instrument—it was about what it meant for them as musicians and for our band as a whole.\r\n\r\nThe very first time we played with the new saxophone, the difference was almost unbelievable. Its warm, rich tone carried across the football field during pep band, and you could see my students react instantly. Heads turned, smiles spread, and they started playing with more energy and confidence. It's hard to describe how powerful it is to hear the sound of confidence! One instrument making the whole group stronger and more connected is amazing. It truly has lifted our band in a way that words don't completely capture.\r\n\r\nThe student who plays the new tenor saxophone has been especially motivated. You can tell they take great pride in it, treating it with so much care and responsibility. They've been practicing even harder, excited to show what they can do, and that energy has spilled over to the rest of the group. It's contagious. The kids cheer each other on, celebrate the sound, and remind me every day why making music together is so special.\r\n\r\nWhat makes this gift so meaningful is the timing. We're in the middle of pep band season and also preparing for our upcoming concerts. The tenor saxophone will shine in both settings. At games, it gives us that extra boost—our sound is fuller, louder, and more spirited, which really gets the crowd going. At concerts, the depth it adds to our pieces will make the performance more polished and professional. I can already picture the smiles on my students' faces when they hear the difference it makes on stage.\r\n\r\nBut honestly, this saxophone is more than just an instrument. It's a reminder to my students that someone out there cares about them and believes in what they're doing. That kind of encouragement is powerful. It tells them their music matters, their hard work matters, and their voices matter. That message will stick with them long after the last note fades.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you. You didn't just donate an instrument—you gave my students pride, excitement, and inspiration. You made our band stronger, not only in sound but in spirit. We're heading into our concert season more motivated than ever, and I can't wait for you to know how much of an impact you've had. Every time that tenor saxophone plays, it's carrying your generosity with it, and my students feel it in every note.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in us and giving us the chance to grow.","fullyFundedDate":1747614252238,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-band-shine-a-tenor-saxophone-f/9284600/","projectTitle":"Help Our Band Shine: A Tenor Saxophone for Our Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fromme","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6387545_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732142698995","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsfromme"},{"teacherId":6387545,"projectId":9022982,"letterContent":"We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous support of our music class. Your contributions have significantly enriched our learning environment, allowing us to explore the art of playing bells. The students were thrilled to discover that they would have the opportunity to engage with this unique instrument, and it has sparked a deep enthusiasm for music across various genres. Throughout this experience, we have played a diverse selection of songs, fostering not only musical skills but also teamwork and collaboration among the students.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for your kindness and generosity towards our classroom. Your support plays a crucial role in enhancing our educational experience, and we truly appreciate your commitment to our students' musical journey. 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