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
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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.
LATEST POSTS
#TBT to when young musicians from across the country united on stage over the summer to perform under the leadership of Thomas Wilkins and Gustavo Dudamel. Watch the clip below of National Take a Stand Festival and catch our very own Harmony alum Justin Laurenceau at 1:49 on the far left. 😀
#harmonyturns10
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3 days ago ·
In celebration of our 10th Anniversary, each month we will feature a member of the Harmony Program community that makes the work we do possible. This month, we are featuring our tireless Program Manager Bethany Wyshak. Did you know that she sings?! 😀
#harmonyturns10
"It is a joy to see a student pick up his or her instrument for the first time, and -- through much hard work and dedication -- blossom into a musician. My hope is that our work at Harmony Program brings joy to each and every student, just as they bring joy to us through their creative spirits, their ever-inquisitive minds, and their daily commitment to the study of music." - Bethany Wyshak
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6 days ago ·
Did you know that we have 2 brand new Harmony sites in Brooklyn this year? Here is the Harmony class at PS 3/ CAMBA practicing finger push-ups! 💪
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2 weeks 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