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Taking S.T.E.P.S. to help children in our community
A dynamic outreach project created by the
non-profit Florida Youth Orchestra is providing opportunity
and experience unlike anything ever offered in South
Florida!
 Targeting at-risk children in 2nd through 5th grades,
Music S.T.E.P.S. stands for "Symphonic Training & Education
Program for Students" and includes instrumental training, as
well as music appreciation. This exceptional music education
program is funded and administered entirely by the
Florida Youth Orchestra, at no cost to the families or
school system.
The Florida Youth Orchestra provides
each child with:
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 A free musical instrument
- Music books and materials
- Weekly lessons with professional musicians
- Special events and image building activities
Goals of the Music S.T.E.P.S. project:
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Introduce the art of music through instruction to
children who would not otherwise have opportunity for
music training
- Increase academic success—a proven result of music
study;
- Enhance self-esteem as a result of accomplishment and
achievement;
- Improve social skills through small group instruction,
facilitating cooperation and teamwork;
- Foster positive behavioral skills, including
concentration, motivation, and patience;
- Present positive role models in a productive
environment; and
- Develop appreciation of classical music.
 A component of this project is annual visits to the schools by renowned Haitian-born violinist, Dr. Daniel Bernard Roumain (DBRmusic.com). Dr. Roumain is a caring mentor and role model whose presentations entertain, inspire and motivate students to pursue success through hard work and accomplishment.
There has been great demand from educators and
administrators eager to have this program brought to their
schools. With your support, countless children can have the
opportunity to learn, to grow, and to develop behavioral
skills that will last a lifetime!
Please call the Florida Youth Orchestra for funding
opportunities, or for additional information.
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Children
love S.T.E.P.S.! |
My mom likes it when I play violin for my Grandma.
Alyssa, age 9
Learning to play feels really cool. Later in life,
I'll look back to this.
Elijah, age 13When I grow up, I can
tell my children that I accomplished something in the
4th and 5th grade.
Marcel, age 12
I never played an instrument in my life. This feels
great.
Lorence, age 11
Learning music gives me joy.
Chanetta, age 10
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