You and I have a lot in common. I bet you wish for a strong group of friends, a vibrant community, and a healthy family. If you have children like I do, I imagine you hope they will be confident, self-assured, and happy.
But today’s world doesn’t make any of that easy. Life seems to be trending toward disconnected, isolated, and online.
The solution? Turn to art, especially music.
Your support is a critical piece of the solution, too. With your help, we connect people, boost confidence, and inspire joy through music.
I hear many stories about the impact that your support has on the community.
Stella, a Festival volunteer, told me, “It’s so special to have a concert experience and to be all together, united. That’s something we need to hold onto in society. We can’t let it slip away.”
And a Center for Musical Arts parent recently shared a story about her young daughter Mae, who is very shy. Mae’s music lessons have given her the confidence to perform during an upcoming recital. With practice and the support of her teacher and fellow students, she feels ready to take to the stage.
One adult student, Stephanie, has been rebuilding her life after suffering a stroke. As a lifelong musician, the loss of music from the stroke was heartbreaking. Like learning to walk again, she had to relearn music.
Two years ago, Stephanie and her husband connected with the Center’s music therapist, Amanda Brigham. “It has been an important part of Stephanie’s journey back to music,” her husband says. I am happy to report that Stephanie has been making great progress and finding joy in music again.
Please consider joining our donor family today. Support from committed patrons like you helps to connect people like Stella, build the confidence of students like Mae, and bring joy to people like Stephanie.
With gratitude,
Elizabeth McGuire
Executive Director