Programs
Life By Music
Yet, millions of U.S. public school students still do not have access to any arts education, and a disproportionate number of these students are from urban communities and are of high school age or older.
Working with at-risk schools, foster homes, after-care programs and veterans' groups, LIFE BY MUSIC designs specialized music education programs in supportive and enriching environments. Our goal is to instill life skills that will improve mental health and life outcomes.
Click on a program below to learn more about how we faciliate its outreach.
Shoulder To Shoulder Veterans Program
About Shoulder To Shoulder Veterans ProgramThis is a beginner course for veterans who want to learn how to jam on the guitar and express themselves through songwriting. Through this program, participants will learn fundamental guitar and vocal techniques, explore the art of songwriting, and experience the power of collaborative music-making.
This course is designed to focus on the “art of the jam,” so each week veterans will play along with popular songs and learn mindfulness practices to help facilitate the flow of their creative expression through music.
The course is led by experienced musicians and instructors, and is part of Life By Music’s initiative to make music education and instruments more readily available for self-empowerment and well-being.
Guitar Magic
About Guitar MagicMusic education-based program that ties an introduction to guitar, with positive virtues and fun coloring activities for children ages 5-9. Program includes booklets, lesson plan and follow-along video.
Ukelele Magic
About Ukelele MagicMusic education-based program that ties an introduction to guitar, with positive virtues and fun coloring activities for children ages 5-9. Program includes booklets, lesson plan and follow-along video.
Rockin Guitar
About Rockin GuitarRockin Guitar is a music education program for teens that blends guitar lessons with personal development in a creative way.
Each week teens are taught basic rock guitar techniques, and are encouraged to participate in meaningful discussions designed to help inspire them to explore their dreams, make decisions for their best selves and find ways to contribute to their communities.
Throughout this program, teens will be provided with a guitar to play. They will get to know the guitar, will explore strumming and picking techniques, and will learn to play popular songs.
Rhythm Camp
About Rhythm CampWeekend/Summer camp for ages 5-18. Rhythm Camp is an opportunity to play with aspects of music like; dance, drumming, piano and pattern recall, in a fun and engaging environment. Students will engage in games and activities centered around using rhythm as a tool for self-expression, body awareness and cognitive-motor processing.
