"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 to work one-to-one with students at our partner schools.  These musicians volunteer every week as music tutors as well as role models. We recently expanded our program to include a second, teacher-led session for students each week that focuses on music theory and ensemble work.

Our program runs after-school, two afternoons 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.

What Days Do We Offer Music Lessons?

In the 2015/2016 school year, we will offer our program to 4th and 5th grade students at the following schools:

  • Leschi Elementary School (Mondays and Wednesdays)
  • Lowell Elementary School (Tuesdays and Wednesdays)
  • Madrona K-8 (Tuesdays and Thursdays)
  • Bailey Gatzert Elementary School (Thursdays and Fridays)

Students must commit to attend all sessions offered at their school to participate.

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

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.