"Music Makes a Difference" program

This past summer, my studio started a new program "Music Makes a Difference." I wanted to create an opportunity for students to work together, and giving back to our local community seemed like a good way to start.

Through the months of June, July and August, students earned $.05 for each piece they mastered, plus an additional $.01 for a flawless performance. Through their hard work, we collected $17.05 for the Marshfield Food Pantry. I then threw in some extra to "round it up" to an even $25.00.  All of the kids signed the card and we sent it off last week.  Just to add a little bit of friendly competition, I recorded and tallied each of the students individual contributions.  Our highest earner was Avery S. and she was rewarded with a Rock n Roll book for her efforts.

Last week, much to my delight, the kids in the studio voted unanimously to keep this great thing going! We came up with a list of charities, and I was pleased by some of the kids' choices.   

The votes have been counted, and the next recipient will be the Marshfield Friends of Music group.

Other suggestions included:
- Marshfield Kids at Play
- The Molly Fund
- The Marshfield Animal Shelter
- Sowing Seeds
- Mattie Miracle Fund
- Forgotten Voices

The current contest will run through Christmas, so let's see how much we can earn this time around. 

Way to go, everyone!! I love to see you all working together for a great cause. ♫