A research team exploring the link between music and intelligence reported that music training is far superior to computer instruction in dramatically enhancing children’s abstract reasoning skills, the skills necessary for learning math and science.
Music is a moral law. It gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and charm and gaiety to life and to everything. –Plato
West Point School of Music’s mission engage urban youth through music instruction and performance; cultivating artistically connected, socially conscious, productive adults. Through music, our students can dream of a brighter future and have hope for a better tomorrow.
Courtney, one of our students, offers the following about the impact of our program:Music allows me to say things that I could never speak. Being at West Point has given me the opportunity to do something productive with my life. Before participating in the West Point School of Music program I had unrealistic dreams like becoming a veterinarian even though I was afraid of even the tiniest spider. Now I am focused on becoming a professional clarinetist and playing in a symphony.
Because many of our families struggle with securing basic necessities, we commit to providing all the resources, equipment, and supplies these children need to participate in quality music education at no cost to their families. We will not allow finances to stand in the way of students discovering and maturing in their gifts. In addition we also provide a safe place outside of their homes for our students to be.
You can help these children thrive through music with a donation today. We ask for donations of:
1) new or used musical instruments, including any from the standard wind band or symphonic band family;*
2) other equipment, such as music stands, reeds, method books, solo and ensemble material, and other sheet music; and/or
3) a personal financial donation or a sponsorship from your company that would be used to compensate instructors, purchase instruments and provide supplies. All donations are tax-deductible and we can pick up instruments and equipment at your convenience.
*We are not accepting piano donations at this time.
Thank you for considering the opportunity to inspire change by your gift.
Sincerely,
Julian J. Champion, Executive Director
How to Donate an Instrument
Call 773.414.5933 to set up your donation.
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Email us at info@westpointsom.org to schedule a drop off/pick up time and location that works best.
Monetary Donations
One time and recurring donations can be made here.
PayPal donations should be sent to it@westpointsom.org
Checks can be mailed to:
West Point School of Music
7411 S. Stony Island Ave.
Chicago, IL 60649
Google Pay donations can be sent to jchampion@westpointsom.org
