2025-2026 Program Data
2025-2026 Program Data
More than 400 students participated
1,750 hours of lesson instruction were provided individually or in small groups
Students were served across band, orchestra, and choir programs
MLP supported students in six middle schools and two high schools in Salem-Keizer Title I schools
School music directors noted that students grew in skill, confidence, maturity, and excitement throughout the year. Lessons helped students advance into higher-level ensembles, participate in solo competitions, and bring stronger musicianship back to their classrooms. Directors also noted significant growth among bass players, cellists, vocalists, and many individual students.
The Music Lessons Project has been successful in reaching more than 350 students with generous funding from the following organizations:
Doris J. Wipper Fund at Oregon Community Foundation
James F. and Marion L. Miller Foundation
Marie Lamfrom Charitable Foundation
The Reser Family Foundation
Salem Foundation Donald Hibbard Fund
Salem Rotary Foundation
Trust Management Services, LLC
Willamette Master Chorus