Thank you for kicking off 2024 with music education for thousands of students!

Our Executive Director, Victoria Lanier shares her deep reflections on how ETM-LA will continue to grow its mission and impact for a student's non-negotiable right to quality music education in schools.

"As a new year is upon us, we take a moment to reflect on how this 2024 will build upon last year. What did we learn? What will we keep; what will we change?... When we look at the direct impact that ETM-LA has made on local school communities this past year, we witness a vibrant phase of growth..."

14th Annual

Principals Leadership Conference

ETM-LA hosted its 14th Annual Principals Leadership Conference welcoming school district leaders, principals, parents, & community members from across Southern California. Leaders in education gathered for the day to share, learn, and plan strategic goals to explore... Read More

"Thank you for creating a fun space where we could step outside our comfort zone and experience music."

- ETM-LA Partner School Principal

How Music is My Outlet - Student Alum José

In recognition of Poverty Awareness Month, ETM-LA Student Alum José shares how his exposure to music helped him through challenging and uncertain times.

"It was hard to see my mom struggle with trying her absolute hardest to supply for me and give me every opportunity possible to grow...music gives me a way to think that things will turn out better than the current situation," shares José. We believe every child, regardless of their socio-economic circumstance, has the right to access high-quality music education every year in school.

Winter Training Sparks Innovation

Music teachers, interns, and practitioners gathered for two intensive days of professional development as part of ETM-LA's Annual Winter Academy. Educators prepared for the upcoming semester and explored innovative activities - sparking inspiration and furthering culturally responsive methods for the music classroom. 

Thank you to Kerri Lynn Nichols for leading“The Body, the Voice, the Drum”: Awakening Creativity in the Orff Classroom. Teaching Orff-Schulwerk for over 35 years, she has presented conferences across the globe.

Give a Student Life-Changing Joy:

Sponsor ETM-LA's Festival

Our 14th Annual Music Unites the World Festival is approaching quickly!

This March 6th & 7th, hundreds of ETM-LA music ensemble students from across LA County will gather with renowned guest clinicians and artists. The festival will culminate in choral and instrumental performances.

We provide this opportunity at no cost for our students, and to make that happen we partner with donors and sponsors like you! Give a student the life-changing gift of music making and join us this March 2024!

New Year's Reflections for the Whole Family

These reflections from The Guidance Center will encourage children and teens to increase self-awareness so they have a clear perception of their strengths, weaknesses, thoughts, beliefs, motivation, and emotions. Read More

125th Golden Dragon Parade

Saturday, February 17, 2024 @ 1:00pm

Each year, the Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Los Angeles hosts the Annual Golden Dragon Parade. This colorful celebration along North Broadway in Chinatown has become the premiere cultural event in the Southern California Asian-American Community. Read More

Poverty in America Awareness Month Data

The Census Bureau provides poverty data from several household surveys and programs. Here, you can find poverty estimates and learn about these surveys and programs. See Resources

Guide to Black History Month Events in Los Angeles

LA events and cultural attractions are celebrating Black History Month throughout February by Discover Los Angeles. Read More

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