Opus 118 Harlem School of Music helps 750 underserved students annually by providing low-cost, high-quality after-school instruction in violin, viola, cello, guitar, piano, and voice.
The After-School Music Program at Opus 118 began when public school music programs in East Harlem were cut. About 41% of Opus 118 students are African American, 55% are Hispanic; and 92% participate in the federal free or reduced lunch program. Opus 118 provides a safe, creative environment where youth can develop their artistic and personal skills.
Students of the After-School Program receive instruction 1-4 hours per week throughout the school year. They also perform at recitals and give free concerts in local neighborhoods, hospitals, shelters, senior centers, and other organizations.
In serious music study, a student learns discipline, patience, persistence, and what it feels like to succeed. Music also provides an alternative to high-risk behaviors. Our students go on to study at prestigious music schools and universities.
Opus teaches students dedication and patience...how to achieve goals...how to concentrate and work hard....It gives them success. This is most important for kids coming from lower-income neighborhoods
- Jairus Steed, Opus 118 alumnus
Total Funding Received to Date: $9,165
Remaining Goal to be Funded: $15,835
Total Funding Goal: $25,000
This project has provided additional documentation in a PDF file (projdoc.pdf).
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