September Newsletter

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Grow Music Missoula Newsletter, September 2024 Fostering personal growth and belonging through youth-centered musical development. We are back to SCHOOL! I’m not going to lie. Summer flew by and I wasn’t feeling quite ready to let it go. But … we’re back at it and so far, so good! The young people that we have the pleasure of working with light up my heart each day. Making music creates joy, peace, calm, and a whole lot of satisfaction. Even on the hard days. I mean, look at these bright stars! News. Partner in Music Learning. The Los Angeles Philharmonic recently awarded Grow Music Missoula a third year of funding as a part of Partners in Music Learning, a regranting initiative supporting creative youth development and music programs across the U.S. This is the third consecutive year Grow Music has received the award, for a total of $15,000 in grant support. Funds support capacity building and programming, as well as increasing youth access to music learning opportunities. This initiative builds on a national music educator cohort, providing grantee organizations with a platform for shared learning and support in deepening their existing programs and impact beyond the grant period. “We are beyond excited to embark on our third year as a Partner in Music. The incredible support from the LA Phil and our fellow music organizations nationwide has played a pivotal role in amplifying the impact of Grow Music's programs. This collaboration has been essential in furthering our mission to serve the youth of Missoula. With the grant funds, we will continue to support our Mentorship Program and extend another year of Crescendo Club, which brings expert string clinicians into the public schools.” - Jessica Catron, Founder/Director of Grow Music Missoula Meet our 2024-2025 Mentors! Participants develop leadership skills by working closely with lead teaching artists in our weekly classes. They play a key role in supporting and inspiring younger students, while also contributing time to community music events and fundraisers that promote music education. Mentors meet monthly to exchange ideas, share stories, discuss challenges, set goals, and learn from each other. They also have a significant voice in shaping the program's direction. At the end of the program in the spring, each participant receives a certificate and a stipend in recognition of their efforts. My name is Adelaide Terwilliger. I am a sophomore at Hellgate HS and have been playing cello for 8 years. I really enjoy playing the cello and connecting with people through music. I play with Missoula Youth Symphony and in the All-State Orchestra. I attended the Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles (YOLA) National Festival in 2023, which was a really cool experience. I run cross country, nordic ski with the Ice Badgers, and play tennis! I also love to read books and go on outdoor adventures with friends and family in my free time.  Hi! I’m Ayva Ranstrom! I am 16 years old and am a Junior at Sentinel High School! I’ve been playing viola for about 7 years! I am also in Missoula Youth Symphony! I have been a coach with Missoula Figuring Skating Club for 4 years and a camp counselor for the Missoula String Camp! Hi! I’m Matt Auge, I’m 17 years old and I go to Sentinel High School. I primarily play viola and participate in many different music festivals and programs. My most prized experience would be playing in the 2024 YOLA National Festival over the summer. In my free time I enjoy doing anything outside. Meme Me. Got a good one? Share it with us! A monthly winner’s meme will be featured in our newsletter and socials. Events. Join Us at Sunday Streets! THIS SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15th. 12-4PM. Grow Music will have a tent in near Beckwith/Helen in the University District. Current students and teaching artists will be offering “mini music lessons” with our assortment of instruments to try out. We’ll be playing chamber music, pop tunes, our favorite Suzuki songs, and fiddle tunes! There will be sidewalk chalk. Join the fun - Sunday Streets is a free event for all. ROUTE MAP Grow Music Presents… We kick off our second season on Saturday, September 21st. 1pm at the Missoula Library, 4th floor. This free music series celebrates the talents of youth in collaboration with special guests. It also doubles as a fundraiser for our “Music Buddies” scholarship program. This month features Chris Sand, the Rappin’ Cowboy! Student features will include flute, cello, and fiddle ensembles, vocalists, a guitarist, and more! Not to missed! This concert is in partnership with the Missoula Library and made possible by our concert sponsor, Clearwater Credit Union. Upcoming: Grow Music Presents: The “Teacher Feature” on Sunday 10/20. Missoula Library. Classes. Autumn Classes are posted! Classes offered: Tiny Fiddlers (2-4yo) • Little Fiddlers (5-7yo) • Young Fiddlers (7-9yo) Rising Fiddlers (8-10yo) • Jr. Fiddlers (11+) Young Cellists (8-10yo) • Jr. Cellists (11+) • Adult Beginning Cello It’s not too late!! Check out our Autumn programming HERE. Giving. We rely on community support to help youth gain access to quality personalized music education. Our scholarships support driven students who have been recommended for music lessons but do not currently possess the financial resources. Want to sponsor a child’s music lessons? Become a “Music Buddy” today! Your gift is tax-deductible! Grow Music Missoula is fiscally sponsored by Arts Missoula. □ □ We look forward to making music with you! □ □ More at our website Copyright (C) 2024 Grow Music Missoula. All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because we appreciate you as part of our community! 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