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  • Pianos For People | Normandy Steinway Donation

  • Auditions Are Open for the St. Louis Children's Choir

  • Finding Your Voice Series - Bach Society

  • Grand Center Arts District Family Day

  • Metro Theater Company's Family Fall Festival!

  • Professional Development - "Voices Lifted -Two Centuries of Black Composers of Opera"

  • Coming Together in Hard Times - Jennings Waltzing Warriors Guitar Ensemble

  • Classic 107.3's Musical Ancestries™ series featuring the music and culture of Ukraine

  • Orff Workshop

  • Arts and Education Council Awards 2023 - Congratulations to our Partners

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THE REPERTORY THEATER OF STL

ADDRESS:

 130 Edgar Rd.
St. Louis, MO 63119

CONTACT:

 Adena Varner - Director of Learning and Community Engagement
314-687-4080
AVARNER@REPSTL.ORG

WEBSITE:

 www.repstl.org
The Rep is the St. Louis region’s most honored live professional theatre company. Founded in 1966, The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis is a fully professional theatrical operation belonging to the League of Resident Theatres, The League of St. Louis Theatres and is a constituent member of Theatre Communications Group, Inc., the national service organization for the not-for-profit professional theatre.

LAUMEIER SCULPTURE PARK

ADDRESS:

 12580 Rott Road
St. Louis, MO 63127

CONTACT:

 Elsie Tuttle
(217) 931.2779 (cell)
(314) 615-5268 (office)
ETuttle@stlouiscountymo.gov

WEBSITE:

 www.laumeiersculpturepark.org
Founded in 1976, Laumeier Sculpture Park is one of the first and largest sculpture parks in the country. It presents more than 70 works of large-scale outdoor sculpture throughout its 105-acre campus and serves 300,000 visitors of all ages each year with a world-class art collection, indoor and outdoor temporary exhibitions, education programs, and public events. Laumeier is free and open daily. Learn more at www.laumeier.org.

HEC-TV

ADDRESS:

 3221 McKelvey Rd Suite 106 info@hectv.org hecmedia.org

CONTACT:

 314.531.4455 Office
314.531.0750 Fax
amanda@hectv.org

WEBSITE:

 www.hectv.org
HEC-TV is St. Louis' leading producer of education, arts, and cultural television. Our mission is "to strengthen and promote education, arts, and cultural communities in the St. Louis metropolitan area." HEC-TV is proud to bring you television that "makes you think." For more information visit www.hectv.org.

BACH SOCIETY OF ST. LOUIS

ADDRESS:

3547 Olive Street, Ste. 120
Saint Louis, MO 63103

CONTACT:

 Education Committee Chairman: Carol Commerford
commerfordcarol@gmail.com
314-652-BACH
info@bachsociety.org

WEBSITE:

 www.bachsociety.org
The distinguished history of the Bach Society began in 1941, when Dr. William Heyne determined to offer the people of St. Louis the opportunity to perform and hear the great music of Johann Sebastian Bach. Since that date, the Society has carried out its mission without interruption, and is St. Louis’ oldest continuous choral society.

World Music LLC.

CONTACT:

 Aurelia Hartenberger- aureliawh@sbcglobal.net

WEBSITE:
www.wmic.net
The World Musical Instrument Collection consists of over 3,500 musical instruments from around the world dating from 1,000 BCE to the latest 2020 hand-held synthesizers. Created in these exhibits are memorable learning experiences of art, music and culture for all ages. Upon request selection instruments are provided for interactive hands-on experiences. Introduce and connect our visitors to world cultures through the language of music and musical instruments.

Check out an example presentation HERE

ST. LOUIS CLASSICAL GUITAR

ADDRESS:
3547 Olive St Suite 204,
St. Louis, MO 63103

CONTACT:

 Brian Vaccaro, Executive Director
Phone: 314.567.5566

Email: brian@stlclassicalguitar.org

WEBSITE:

 www.stlclassicalguitar.org
St. Louis Classical Guitar (SLCG), previously known as the St. Louis Classical Guitar Society, is a non-profit arts agency whose mission is to promote positive impact through classical guitar performance and education. Founded in 1963 by students of George C. Krick, SLCG is the third oldest organization in the nation centered around classical guitar.

UMSL DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC

    One University Blvd.
316 Music Building
St. Louis, MO 63121

 

   Michael V. Smith, Ph.D.

E. Desmond Lee Endowed Professor of Music Education
314.516.5365 Office
smithmv@umsl.edu

 

   music.umsl.edu
The mission of the Music Department at the University of Missouri - St. Louis is to inspire and deliver a well-rounded education for performers, composers, scholars, teachers, and the university community with instruction necessary for success in a variety of music careers, entrepreneurship, and life-long learning. UMSL's Music Department is committed to teaching, research/creativity, and public service. In addition to its role of advancing knowledge as part of a comprehensive research university, the Music Department advances the University’s land grant tradition by enhancing the cultural life of the St. Louis metropolitan area, providing high quality and accessible educational experiences in music.

UMSL DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC

ADDRESS:

 One University Blvd.
316 Music Building
St. Louis, MO 63121

CONTACT:

 Michael V. Smith, Ph.D.
E. Desmond Lee Endowed Professor of Music Education
314.516.5365 Office

smithmv@umsl.edu

WEBSITE:

 music.umsl.edu
The mission of the Music Department at the University of Missouri - St. Louis is to inspire and deliver a well-rounded education for performers, composers, scholars, teachers, and the university community with instruction necessary for success in a variety of music careers, entrepreneurship, and life-long learning. UMSL's Music Department is committed to teaching, research/creativity, and public service. In addition to its role of advancing knowledge as part of a comprehensive research university, the Music Department advances the University’s land grant tradition by enhancing the cultural life of the St. Louis metropolitan area, providing high quality and accessible educational experiences in music.

Classic 107.3 Radio

ADDRESS:

7711 Carondelet Avenue, Suite 302, Clayton, MO 63105

CONTACT:

Nancy Kowalczyk
Education Director
314-881-3523
nkowalczyk@classic1073.org

WEBSITE:

 classic1073.org

Classic 107.3, the voice for the arts in St. Louis, is a community-based radio station with a broad and invigorating format providing a hub for the arts in the St. Louis region. Classic 107.3 education programs engage and inspire students by instilling pride and helping them discover personal connections to the world around and beyond them.

SCOTTISH PARTNERSHIP FOR ARTS AND EDUCATION

ADDRESS:

 P.O. Box 6761
Chesterfield, MO 63006-6761

CONTACT:

 Diane McCullough
dmccspae@sbcglobal.net
314.773.4195 Office
info@stlspae.org

WEBSITE:

 www.stlspae.org
In the belief that music and the arts are key to connecting cultures and understanding our roots, Scottish Partnership for Arts and Education provides cultural experiences and educational opportunities in Scottish traditional arts and the historic connections between Scotland and the USA by conducting classes, workshops, lectures and public performances.

GIRL CONDUCTOR

ADDRESS:

2020 Gardenne Valley Drive
Dardenne Prairie, MO 63368

CONTACT:

Maria A. Ellis
info@girlconductor.com
girlconductor@icloud.com
314.775.8963

WEBSITE:

 www.girlconductor.com
Girl Conductor founder, Mrs. Maria Ellis, is a Music Education Consultant who serves the Fine Arts community with voice lessons, creative coaching, choral workshops, and more!

SPRINGBOARD

ADDRESS:

 1310 Papin Street • Suite 402
St. Louis, MO 63103

CONTACT:

Jonathan Webb
Program Facilitator
jwebb@springboardstl.org
314-768-9671

WEBSITE:

 www.springboardstl.org
Springboard to Learning believes that meaningful, memorable learning experiences transform a child’s worldview. We develop children’s abilities to think critically, create, collaborate and communicate. Springboard to Learning envisions a future where all children are passionate, engaged learners who experience success.

ST. LOUIS CHILDREN'S CHOIRS

ADDRESS:

 2842 North Ballas Road

St. Louis, MO 63131-2311

CONTACT:

Ben Nordstrom - Director of Development
ben@slccsing.org
Olivia Leek- olivia@slccsing.org
314.993.9626 Office

WEBSITE:

 www.slccsing.org

The St. Louis Children’s Choirs gives young singers exceptional musical training and character development through the performance of high quality choral literature and world-class performance opportunities. More than 450 students (age 6-18) from 200 schools and 85 zip codes in Missouri and Illinois sing in this remarkable program, learn wonderful music that is challenging and fun, and make lifelong friends.

CONTEMPORARY ART MUSEUM ST. LOUIS

ADDRESS:

 3648 Washington Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63108

CONTACT:

 CJ Mitchell Community Access Manager 314.446.7493 cmitchell@camstl.org

WEBSITE:

 www.camstl.org
The Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis creates meaningful engagement with the most relevant and innovative art being made today. Founded by civic and cultural leaders in 1980, the Museum transformed from a small gallery into an internationally-recognized arts institution, now permanently housed in a flexible, open, and inviting building designed by renowned American architect Brad Cloepfil. CAM’s distinct architecture reflects the organization’s values and supports a dynamic range of exhibitions, public programs, educational initiatives, and community collaborations. The only museum in the region solely dedicated to contemporary art, CAM is one of the preeminent non-collecting institutions of its kind in the United States. We are a site for discovery, a welcoming space, free and open to all.

PRISON PERFORMING ARTS

ADDRESS:

3547 Olive Street, Suite 250
St. Louis, MO 63103

CONTACT:

John Wolbers
Executive Director
john@prisonartsstl.org
314-289-4190

WEBSITE:

 www.prisonperformingarts.org
Prison Performing Arts is a multi-discipline, literacy and performing arts program dedicated to enriching the lives of youth and adults in Missouri’s criminal and juvenile justice systems. We foster individual and social change by providing incarcerated adults, justice-involved youth, and returning citizens with opportunities to participate in the arts as artists, students, and audience members. Participants learn creative and constructive ways to express emotions, build trust, and work in collaboration with one another. Our programs aim to improve literacy and communication skills, instill responsibility to self and others, and to promote non-violent expression of emotion.

PIANOS FOR PEOPLE

ADDRESS:

 3138 Cherokee
St. Louis, MO 63118

CONTACT:

Mr. Matt Brinkmann
matt@pianosforpeople.org
314.285.5852

WEBSITE:

 www.pianosforpeople.org
Pianos for People inspires successful futures by providing free access to the transformational power of the piano. For families and individuals with limited resources, we break down financial barriers and leverage the piano as a gateway to empowerment, community and self-esteem. In an environment of support, inclusiveness and equality, we do this four ways:

Inspiration: Free Pianos
Education: Free Lessons and Workshops
Community: Free Special Events
Enrichment: Free Summer Music Camps

ST. LOUIS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

ADDRESS:

 718 N. Grand
St. Louis, MO 63103

CONTACT:

 Jessica Ingraham, Director of Education
314.286.4407 | jessicai@slso.org

WEBSITE:

 www.slso.org
The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra is celebrated for its commitment to artistic excellence, educational impact, and community connections. Each school year, the SLSO collaborates with more than 400 PreK-12 school partners, inspiring students to get involved and stay involved in music. The orchestra’s education programming includes live concerts, school programs, young musician development, and teacher resources, contributing to the SLSO’s priority of creating equitable access to orchestral music and its mission to enrich lives through the power of music.

METRO THEATER COMPANY

ADDRESS:

 3311 Washington Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63103

CONTACT:

 Joe Gfaller joe@metroplays.org
Eleanor Marsh eleanor@metroplays.org
314.932.7414 Office
314.932.7434 Fax

WEBSITE:

 www.metroplays.org

Inspired by the intelligence and emotional wisdom of young people, Metro Theater Company creates professional theater, fosters inclusive community, and nurtures meaningful learning through the arts. Founded in 1973, MTC is St. Louis’s third-oldest professional theater - and the only professional theater in St. Louis exclusively committed to theater for youth and families. MTC partners with schools and districts to provide arts-integrated curriculum and residencies, a signature violence prevention program Say Something, Do Something, and countless opportunities to experience the joy and social-emotional learning that comes from encountering live theater. During COVID-19, MTC has shifted its programs to virtual format, but we look forward to in-person programming with young people as soon as it is safe to do so.

ST. LOUIS LOW BRASS COLLECTIVE

ADDRESS:

 One University Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63121

CONTACT:

 314.516.2263 Office
Marquita.reef@slps.org

WEBSITE:

 www.stllbc.org
The purpose of the St. Louis Low Brass Collective (STLLBC) is to provide St. Louis and surrounding regions with educational and performance opportunities for student and amateur low-brass (trombone, euphonium, baritone horn and tuba) musicians, to present concerts and events that are of interest to regional low-brass musicians and provide educational and event information, via a web site, to members of the general public who are interested in low-brass music. The STLLBC is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
We have had events with featuring low brass musicians that play jazz, classical, rock & roll, funk and everything in between. We strive to further instrumental education to not only low brass musicians but all musicians in the area. All of our events are free and open to the public!

OPERA THEATRE OF SAINT LOUIS

ADDRESS:

 210 Hazel Ave
St. Louis, MO 63119-3236

CONTACT:

Allison Felter, Director of Education & Engagement
afelter@opera-stl.org - 314.963.4250
Morgan Fisher, Education Coordinator
mfisher@opera-stl.org - 314.963.4251

WEBSITE:

 www.opera-stl.org

Opera Theatre of Saint Louis (OTSL) is known for its local impact, national presence, and global resonance. Opera Theatre has a long tradition of discovering the finest young singers and promoting the work of living American librettists and composers. Opera Theatre’s mission is to shape the future of opera and to connect diverse audiences through its power and beauty.

THE SHELDON CONCERT HALL AND ART GALLERIES

ADDRESS:

 3648 Washington Boulevard
St. Louis, MO 63108

CONTACT:

Katelyn Galenski
Education Program Coordinator
kgalenski@thesheldon.org
Laurel Wacyk
lwacyk@thesheldon.org

314.533.9900 ext. 27 Office

WEBSITE:

 www.thesheldon.org
A gathering place at heart, The Sheldon invites you to revere and participate in a diverse legacy of live music, arts, events and culture. For over 100 years, The Sheldon has been beloved and adored. At times, it’s even been saved by community heroes whose generosity is only matched by their passion.

FOX PERFORMING ARTS CHARITABLE FOUNDATION

ADDRESS:

 462 North Taylor, Suite #203, St. Louis MO 63108

CONTACT:
Cait VanDeWiele
Cait@FoxPACF.org

info@foxpacf.org
314-367-1573

WEBSITE:

 www.foxpacf.org
ABOUT: Fox Performing Arts Charitable Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization with the mission of fostering, promoting, and encouraging young people in the St. Louis region to discover and participate in the joy and wonder of live performances. The Foundation provides unique opportunities and develops educational performing arts programs focused on young artists.

GATEWAY MUSIC OUTREACH

ADDRESS:

224 N Hwy 67, #30 Florissant, MO 63031

CONTACT:

 James McKay

(314) 643-6024
james@gatewaymusicoutreach.com
gatewaymusicoutreach@gmail.com

WEBSITE:

 gatewaymusicoutreach.com
Gateway Music Outreach is a non-profit 501-C3 school and community-based music education program which provides quality music instruction. The program is multifaceted targeting schools, educators, school-aged youth grades K-12, parents, and the community.

SUZUKI HARMONY STL

ADDRESS:

 Arts Administration Building, UMSL, 1 University Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63121

CONTACT:

 Phone: 314.516.5365

Renita Leuhrman
Email: rcompton86@gmail.com
suzukiharmonystl@gmail.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/SuzukiHarmonySTL

WEBSITE:

 www.suzukiharmonystl.org
Suzuki Harmony STL seeks to provide the highest quality violin teaching to children in St. Louis neighborhoods. Students will grow musically and intellectually while cultivating character. Through participation, students will develop diligence and purpose, building self-esteem and community.

ST. LOUIS DANCING CLASSROOMS

Our vision is to make the St. Louis Dancing Classroom curriculum available to every child within the St. Louis metropolitan area.

ADDRESS:

St. Louis Dancing Classrooms
P.O. Box 179171
St. Louis, Missouri 63117

CONTACT:

 Angie Brooks- Director
angieb@stlouisdancingclassrooms.org
(314) 435-5878

WEBSITE:

 www.stldancingclassrooms.org
St. Louis Dancing Classrooms (SLDC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit social development program aimed at empowering youth, teaching respectful interaction, and promoting teamwork in St. Louis area schools. Using the New York-based Dancing Classrooms program (portrayed in ‪Mad Hot Ballroom‬ and currently engaging over 40,000 children each year) as a model, SLDC partners with elementary grade level classrooms to address whole-child development and foster overall student success. Our mission is to cultivate essential life skills in children through the joyful art and practice of social dance. Our vision is schools and communities where every child is connected, respected and given an environment in which to thrive.
SLDC is currently offering a completely virtual curriculum created to get students moving, connected, and inspired. To learn more about our Homeroom Edition curriculum, please contact Angie Brooks at angieb@stldancingclassrooms.org

JAZZ ST. LOUIS: EMERSON JAZZ EDUCATION COLLABORATIVE

ADDRESS:

 3536 Washington Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63103

CONTACT:

 Victor Goines, President and CEO
Andy Ament
andy@jazzstl.org

WEBSITE:

www.jazzstl.org
The distinguished history of the Bach Society began in 1941, when Dr. William Heyne determined to offer the people of St. Louis the opportunity to perform and hear the great music of Johann Sebastian Bach. Since that date, the Society has carried out its mission without interruption, and is St. Louis’ oldest continuous choral society.

STL BALLET

ADDRESS:

 218 THF Blvd, Chesterfield, MO 63005

CONTACT:

 CiCi Houston
636-537-1998

cicihouston@stlouisballet.org

WEBSITE:

 www.stlouisballet.org
The mission of Saint Louis Ballet is to provide the metropolitan St. Louis region with a resident professional ballet company that performs classical and contemporary works and offers
education programs of the highest quality for the cultural enrichment and enjoyment of the entire community.

LAUMEIER SCULPTURE PARK

ADDRESS:

 12580 Rott Road St. Louis, MO 63127

CONTACT:

 Ms. Stacy West 314.615.5267 Office swest@laumeier.org

WEBSITE:

 www.laumeiersculpturepark.org
Founded in 1976, Laumeier is one of the first and largest dedicated sculpture parks in the country. In 1968, Mrs. Matilda Laumeier bequeathed the first 72 acres of the future Laumeier Sculpture Park to St. Louis County in memory of her husband, Henry Laumeier.
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