Arts Education Programs

Group of young musicians playing string, brass, and woodwind instruments outdoors during a concert on a sunny day, with a conductor leading them.

Our Arts Education Programs have provided multicultural music instruction to over 5,000 NYC public school students.  Our focus is on fostering a lifelong passion for music, academic proficiency, social skills and social justice awareness. Our programs provide instrumental music instruction to students, ages 11 to 21, in after school and private lesson settings, and engage students in the history and culture music works with professional musicians and composers.

For over 2 decades, our Symphonic Youth Program (SYP) at the Mott Hall Middle School has provided group and ensemble instruction that explores multicultural music from traditional folk songs to classic jazz, Latin and orchestral music. 

Playing History Musician Mentorship program offers free/reduced private lessons to economically-marginalized families in Harlem, Washington Heights, Dyckmann and the South Bronx with Multicultural Music Group Orchestra members. 

2025 Performance of Amazing Grace by the Symphonic Youth + MMG Orchestra, Conducted by Timofei Rosales at the 2025 MME at Lovinger Theater, Lehman College, CUNY.

A handwritten note on a piece of paper expressing gratitude to support staff, mentioning the program helped with challenging life situations and personal growth.
Handwritten thank you letter from Natalia Pinas expressing gratitude for support and mentioning the Alto Saxophone, its sound, and influence from instructors Will and Temo.
Handwritten letter thanking supporters for giving the writer the opportunity to play music and sharing how it has helped build confidence, overcome challenges, and find a purpose. The letter is signed by Melina Ferrera, class 701.
Handwritten thank you note from Leah Melgia to music program supporters, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to learn music and mentioning playing the trumpet.
A handwritten thank you letter from Adelaide Trama to music program supporters, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to learn music and connect with others through the program.

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