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The 10 Hardest Instruments to Learn (and Why They’re Worth It)

By Rebecca Hof

Every instrument offers its own unique journey of discovery and growth. At Save The Music, we see students across the country embrace instruments that challenge them and inspire them—and ultimately transform their educational experience. We’ve watched students grow...

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Celebrating Women in Music

By Izzy Esparza

Honoring The Women Who Drive Our Mission Forward Women have long been at the heart of music history—from composers like Clara Schumann and Hildegard von Bingen to contemporary icons like Beyoncé and Taylor Swift. Yet, access to opportunities in music has not always...

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How to Organize a Benefit Concert for Music Programs

By Lia Peralta

School music programs are often the first to get cut when budgets are spread too thin. So organizers often have to get creative to secure funding for their programs. While charity runs are an option, benefit concerts are often the go-to option for music educators. If...

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Explore Rewarding Career Paths in the Music Industry

By Rebecca Hof

At Save The Music, we believe in the power of making music. We support young people in developing their passions, skills, and talents to reach their full potential and discover music careers they could pursue. The J Dilla Music Tech Grant program helps extend career...

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Music Education Advocacy: Get Started!

By Rebecca Hof

First things first: high-quality music education programs should be accessible for every student in every school as essential to a well-rounded education. Use these advocacy tools to create an action plan and support music education at your school. Advocacy in music...

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Universal Audio Case Study

By Izzy Esparza

Save The Music and Universal Audio first teamed up in 2021 around the brand’s celebration of UA Giving Day, where STM was designated as a beneficiary of a portion of sales proceeds. Since then, we’ve collaborated on a variety of different give-back...

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