The Harmony Program provides after-school music education programs in underserved communities across New York City.
OUR STUDENTS
Enriching Young Lives
Learning life skills through music making. MORE >
We work every day to bring the many benefits of music making into the lives of more New York City school children. More ›
OUR MISSION
We believe that music should be an integral part of every child’s education and that great expectations lead to even greater achievement. By training young musicians and building youth orchestras in underserved neighborhoods, we work not only to shape the lives of our children but also to engage and inspire their parents and their broader communities.
BY THE NUMBERS
400
Students receive up to 400 hours of instruction each year.
90%
Student attendance at daily after-school lessons exceeds 90%.
95%
In annual surveys, 95% of parents rate our programs as “very good” or “excellent.”
98%
98% of teachers rate our training program as “very good” or “excellent.”
Play Your Part
Our students and teachers make a tremendous commitment to music education, but it’s your commitment as a Harmony Program supporter that makes it possible. Donate today and help change lives through music.
BE IN THE KNOW
Sign up for email updates and stay informed of concerts, events, and opportunities to join us in expanding access to music education.
Apply To Teach
If you’re passionate about using music to inspire students and families, we want to hear from you. Apply to teach with the Harmony Program and share your talents while developing new skills.
RECENT NEWS
Profiles in Harmony: Angela Shankar
April 11, 2014
CBS Evening News Features the Harmony Program Master Class
April 8, 2014
“Young People Perform” at the United Palace
March 20, 2014
Dr. Susan Davis Speaks to Harmony Teachers About Creating “Flow” in the Classroom
February 28, 2014
Profiles in Harmony: David Wiley
February 26, 2014
LATEST POSTS
"Music not only impacts academic achievement, it also shapes the way our students understand themselves and the world around them." A complete argument for #MusicEducation: broaderminded.com/
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2 days ago
View on FacebookCongratulations to Harmony Program students at our D'Addario site on a great first performance!
3 days ago
View on FacebookThanks to the New York Youth Symphony for giving our kids the very special opportunity to take part in their chamber music reading this weekend!
6 days ago
View on Facebook"Teaching is really very, very important ... I always tell my students that you should find an opportunity to teach. When you teach others, you teach yourself." Check out what award-winning violinist, Itzhak Perlman, has to say about how teaching has helped him develop as a musician. www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/03/27/itzhak-perlman-violinist-teaching_n_5043429.html?utm_hp_ref=music
Itzhak Perlman: 'Teaching Is Essential' For My Success
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