Serving hundreds of at-risk children in this unique after-school program, Music STEPS provides music lessons, instruments and performance opportunity to kids who could not otherwise have access to music education. The program is offered at Title I schools, community centers and social service facilities.
The goals of this project are to:
Develop skill in playing an instrument, reading music and ensemble performance;
Increase academic success – a proven result of music study;
Enhance self-esteem through achievement and personal accomplishment;
Improve behavioral skills such as cooperation, commitment, concentration and flexibility, and
Present positive role models who serve as nurturing mentors.
"Music STEPS has transformed the lives of 1,500 underserved students in an after-school initiative that gives each child a unique opportunity to learn a musical instrument free of charge. Thanks to this program, many of our students have gone on to enter performing arts middle and high schools." Michael Spring, Director, Miami-Dade Cultural Affairs Division
"The programs and activities of FYO are of the highest caliber-providing the finest in music education, outreach and cultural enrichment. Hundreds of children of diverse ethnic, religious, national and socioeconomic backgrounds have benefited from their STEPS program, which provides excellence in orchestral music training and education." Mary Becht, Director, Broward County Cultural Division
Children
love STEPS!
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 13
When 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
Sponsored in part by the
State of Florida, Department of State,
Division of Cultural Affairs and the
Florida Council on Arts and Culture
This
program is supported by Funding Arts Broward,
supporting innovative local visual and
performing arts in Broward County.
With the support of the
Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural
Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council,
the Miami-Dade County mayor and Board of
County Commissioners.
A copy of the official registration (#SC-01177) and financial information may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services by calling toll-free within the State (800) HELP-FLA or http://www.freshfromflorida.com/Divisions-Offices/Consumer-Services. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval or recommendation by the state.
Serving hundreds of at-risk children in this unique after-school program, Music STEPS provides music lessons, instruments and performance opportunity to kids who could not otherwise have access to music education. The program is offered at Title I schools, community centers and social service facilities.
