"When I saw my daughter perform in an orchestra setting, I was blown away. SMP has made a significant difference in my daughter's passion for music. Thanks, SMP!" – parent of 5th grade student

For Families

Seattle Music Partners offers an after-school music program that provides a unique opportunity for young students.

We recruit, train, screen and match high school, college and community musicians with music students at our four partner schools. These musicians volunteer every week as music tutors as well as role models. Students work one-to-one with tutors and play in our beginning orchestras and bands.

Our program runs after-school, one day a week, at each of our partner schools. Snack is provided and bus transportation home is available (in most cases). Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, we are able to loan instruments for home practice without charge.

Why music?

  • A growing body of research links music education with intellectual growth
  • Music study enhances creativity, confidence and self-discipline

In the 2009/2010 school year, we will offer our program to 4th and 5th grade and middle school students at the following schools:

  • Bailey Gatzert Elementary School (Thursdays)
  • Thurgood Marshall Elementary School (Mondays)
  • Leschi Elementary School (Tuesdays)
  • Washington Middle School (Wednesdays)

*Space is limited at each location and preference is given to the underserved populations at each of our partner schools.

To sign your student up, click here

We highly encourage parents to get involved, help with recitals and even attend a lesson. To learn how to support your child in developing musical skills, click here.