Education Through Music

“Music class helped me realize what I’m capable of.” That’s from a student at partner school HS 223 in the Bronx, and we couldn’t agree more. We’re so proud of the growth of our teachers and students this year and the impact they’ve made through music. As we look to the fall, we intend to build upon this impact and expand our program to additional under-resourced schools across NYC — and we urgently need your support to accomplish this goal. Time is running out to help us raise $100,000 before June 30. More schools means more students will have music class to look forward to, express themselves, and realize their potential. End the school year on a high note with us by giving today. Link in bio or at etmonline.org/donate

Happy last day of school! Congratulations on an incredible 23-24 school year! We are so grateful for the dedication, passion, and hard work of our teachers and school partners to bring the power of music education to over 18,000 students across New York City. From classrooms and auditoriums to iconic NYC stages, it's been a year full of music making, moving performances, inspiring professional development, and an enduring commitment to ensuring all students receive a high-quality music education. Thank you for the music, everyone! Have a great summer and see you next year!! #MusicEducationMatters #MusicEducation #MusicTeacherAppreciation

🎹 ✨New Notables episode! We speak with Anne-Marie McDermott, a classical pianist and member of the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center. She is also the artistic director of numerous music festivals, including the Bravo! Vail Music Festival, which just kicked off its 2024 season. Anne-Marie talks about her early exposure to music and the impact her family and music teachers had on her journey as a musician and finding her artistic voice. She also shares with us formative experiences as a collaborative and solo artist, lessons from her role as an artistic director, and her views on the importance and power of the arts. Tune in to be inspired! Streaming now at ETMonline.org/podcast 🔗or your favorite podcast platform. #MusicPodcast #MusicEducation 8VA Music Consultancy

In celebration of #Juneteenth, we share this beautiful arrangement of "Lift Every Voice and Sing" by the incredible P.S. 103 Ensemble Stars from P.S. 103 in the Bronx. On this #Juneteenth, we honor the progress toward equality while acknowledging that the struggle for justice is far from over. With the collective power of our voices, we can continue to promote a more just society and move toward the fulfillment of true freedom for the Black community and beyond. #LiftEveryVoiceAndSing

#Musicteachers in action! 🎵 🕺 ✨ Last week, ETM teachers and staff came together for our final #professionaldevelopment workshop of the school year! It was a day for reflection, team building, and tremendous fun as we learned a variety of interactive classroom activities to end the year on a high note! Thank you, teachers, for your hard work, positivity, and commitment in and outside of the classroom throughout the year! Only a couple weeks until summer! #MusicEducation #TeachingMusic #MusicEducationMatters

ETM's finale at Perelman Performing Arts Center (PAC NYC) was a success! 🎶 Last week, the students from partner school St. Brigid St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Academy in Brooklyn took the stage for our final performance at the venue! Under the direction of ETM Teacher Roy Perez, the students sang beautifully and it was a wonderful conclusion to our series of concerts at PAC NYC this school year. Thank you, PAC NYC, for partnering with us and providing such an incredible space for our students, families, and supporters to gather to celebrate the power of music education! #MusicEducation #MusicEducationMatters #MusicTeacher

We are raising $100,000 before June 30 to expand our programs to five more schools in the 2024-2025 school year. Your support, no matter how small, is critical to helping us reach our goal. Help us end the school year on a high note by giving today. Donate now at give.etmonline.org/donate 🔗

#ItStartsWithTheArts! Yesterday, our CEO, Janice Weinman, and ETM Teacher, Liz Chidester gave powerful speeches at the #ItStartsWithTheArts rally at City Hall organized by the NYC Arts in Education Roundtable. Alongside students, elected officials, teachers, parents, and arts leaders, we advocated for the New York City Council and Mayor Eric Adams to provide a certified arts teacher at every school and ensure all students have access to an equitable arts education. Will you join us? Contact your representative now in support of #ArtsEducation! https://lnkd.in/eD7-C2Vg

🎤 You’re invited to ETM’s finale performance tomorrow at Perelman Performing Arts Center (PAC NYC)! 🗓️Wednesday, June 5, 4pm 📍Perelman Performing Arts Center (PAC NYC) Come celebrate the power of music education as our talented students take the Lobby Stage for the last time this school year! See you there! #MusicEducation #musiceducationmatters

🎙️ New podcast episode - streaming now! This spring, we connected with Gina Costanza, a music educator who has spent the last 18 years teaching general music and chorus and is currently the president of Music Educators Association of New York City (MEANYC). It's clear: Gina truly loves what she does. In our conversation, we learn how she was inspired to pursue the profession as a student as well as some of the challenges during the early years of teaching. She also shares her unique experiences teaching students across New York City, the impact that MEANYC has in NYC's music education community, and where she sees music ed going in the future. 🎧 Tune in to hear from a passionate educator who, day in and day out, works to ensure that music provides a space for healing, community, and growth for her students. Streaming now at etmonline.org/podcast or your favorite podcast platform. 💫