Past projects 5
Plug That Guitar in and Play!
Funded Sep 20, 2022It is nice knowing that there are others that feel it is important for students to have access to music in school. I have seen how it builds confidence in quiet shy students as they feel part of the group and have the experience of performing. The students were really looking forward to playing the electric guitars. When I picked a few to start on electric there were really excited. It was nice to hand them a guitar with fresh clean strings and a cord that was clean and fully functional. Just plug and go like it is supposed to be. It has allowed me to focus on teaching. It has also allowed us to plug in some of the keyboards. We did our winter performance before winter break and they did great. Thank you for helping make it happen! We are looking forward to more performances this year and that will mean many days of practice using your gifts.”
With gratitude,
Mr. E.
This classroom project was brought to life by The DonorsChoose Community and 2 other donors.Every Band Needs a Good Sound System!
Funded Sep 6, 2022Your gift provides the means for voices to be heard above the other instruments. When you have electric guitars, drum sets, and a bass guitar, it is essential to have a good sound system. You have provided much needed tools to make it possible for this great group of students. The students were excited to plug into the new system. It is essential for singers to hear what they are singing to improve and grow. It is also important the rest of the band hear them as they become leaders in guiding the songs. The keyboards also benefit greatly with this gift. They sound fantastic through the new system. The clarity and sound really helps to inspire the students. It is uplifting to hear what you are playing sound so good. We had our first performance before we went on winter break and the keyboards were a big part of this. After our first performance I saw a student express his joy to another at completing their first performance. They were so proud of their achievement. We have other performances coming up, as well as practices weekly where the new equipment will be used. They played their hearts out for the Winter Show and it is wonderful to have others like you that care!”
With gratitude,
Mr. E.
This classroom project was brought to life by Spotify and one other donor.Power the Keys for Great Rocking Music!
Funded Sep 5, 2022Your generosity has allowed us to free up some of the cords needed to power the keyboards. We now have less clutter using batteries for power. The students were happy that their keyboards were not going to power down as they were playing. The new stands are sturdy and it is great knowing that the keyboards will not be failing due to a defective stand. All of the students were especially excited that they would not have to share a keyboard due to not enough stands. We benefited greatly from the new materials during our winter program. The Rock Band played a version of "Carol of the Bells" relying on the keyboards for much of the sound. They did a great job and all members of the band were excited that they played their first performance in front of the entire school. I could see that they were really proud of themselves as was I. I am looking forward to learning new songs as we return from winter break and prepare for our next performance. Having equipment that functions well makes a profound difference in instilling confidence when you do not have to worry about both music and equipment at the same time. As a side note; all except for one student are new to playing a musical instrument.”
With gratitude,
Mr. E.
This classroom project was brought to life by Spotify and one other donor.Girl Guitarists Rock!!!!!!
Funded Feb 4, 2009The girls were very excited when the new guitar came in. They were looking forward to playing an electric. This guitar helped give the girls more ownership in the electric part of the band. In fact, the boys were a little jealous. The electric guitar provides a cultural connection to the music they listen to and attracts more students to the program.
We have a small chorus in the school but no real formal music program provided by the district. The after school guitar program is the only other music they have. Your donation is used weekly to inspire the students to learn by playing and writing music. It has been shown that learning music helps in math studies. Writing lyrics has helped them practice their writing skills. This electric guitar holds an interest to most students, even those that are not taking lessons. With the interest in technology and guitar hero many children are drawn to the electric instruments, especially guitar.
Most of these students would not have gotten the chance to play an instrument like this without your generosity. We have seen the families start to support their children by trying to provide them with acoustic instruments at home to practice with. This would not have happened without the guitar program and the instruments they are interested in. Many of these kids are also shy and we have seen them grow in confidence as they learn. We are trying to give them a outlet and interest that will keep them out of trouble and help them grow. We know this will help in the other areas of their lives including schoolwork. Thank you so much for your generous donation. Without donors like you we would not be able to continue our guitar program. ”
With gratitude,
Mr. E.
We Need To Keep Rockin' With a BASS Guitar!
Funded Oct 30, 2008Thank you so much for your generous donation to our guitar program. I know the students will be very excited to have a new instrument to play and learn. We have several students interested in playing bass. The band loves to play electric instruments and we are always trying to add new instruments to the sound. Coming from a musical background I try to give them an experience that shows them how to work together as a band and really listen to each other. I want them to eventually learn to be leaders. Each year we have a few that step up and take the challenge. We are very proud of them and we thank you for helping them live up to their potential and apply their musical talent and work ethic to their school work and all that they do in life. This gift will allow them to learn to work together and take the gift of music with them when they leave us, enriching their lives and inspiring them to go on to better things. Thank you so much.
Randolp”
With gratitude,
Mr. E.