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
At the Harmony Program, music changes lives every day. Through collective music making, children from under-served communities explore new avenues and realize their full potential. Our specially trained teachers guide students from beginner group instruction to orchestral performance, building life skills and community from a shared love of music.
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
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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.
LATEST POSTS
The Harmony Program welcomes Eric Schultz as one of our new wind teachers!
“The Harmony Program is doing truly excellent work in New York City. I am so excited to join this incredible community that offers so much to so many young people.”
1 day ago ·
Harmony Program fiddlers took the stage at our 10th Anniversary kick-off last Wednesday night! The audience joined in, too.
2 days ago ·
“Kimberly and I are really excited to be part of the Harmony Program. Kimberly wants to be a musician when she grows up. We're so thankful for all the instruction the Harmony Program has provided.” - Heidi Flores, Harmony Program parent
5 days ago ·
RECENT NEWS
Harmony Program Students Cast as Youth Orchestra in Mozart in the Jungle!
June 25, 2017
Harmony Program All Stars Perform with Musicians of the New York Philharmonic
June 4, 2017
Summer Opportunities
May 18, 2017
Harmony Program Spring Gala Honors Paquito D’Rivera
May 18, 2017
Harmony Program and NY Philharmonic Host Annual Youth Orchestra Day
April 2, 2017