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![]() December 2018 “Music has been an absolutely constant force in my life…the things I learned from violin have been a constant resource for me to draw on for the rest of my life. Thank you so much — my life would not be the same without String Academy.” “I have so many great memories of my String Academy days! And I feel so grateful that I learned to play and truly love the violin at the String Academy.” ~ SAW Alumni Quotes Dear Friend, One of the most rewarding gifts teachers receive are heartfelt messages and success stories from former students. Music transforms lives in a multitude of ways. Scientists have found that music lessons profoundly transform a child’s cognitive abilities resulting in increased learning capacity, focus, empathy, and the ability to interact with others. Sadly, today fewer schools, especially in low-income areas, can offer this opportunity to students. This year (our 29th), approximately 90 children ages 4-18, from all cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, study violin and viola at the String Academy of Wisconsin. SAW’s professional faculty carefully guide students in a challenging course of study that includes weekly private and group instruction, classes in music theory/ear training, and numerous solo and group performances. Our comprehensive curriculum encourages and develops teamwork, problem solving, and self-confidence that benefits students in their music studies and beyond. By educating the WHOLE child, SAW offers preparation for success in school and life! The Academy strives to make an excellent music education possible for low-income families through our acclaimed Urban Students in Arts Outreach program which includes two primary strategies for providing high quality music education and instruments to USAO students.
These programs can only continue with contributions from foundations and generous individuals like you, who understand the profound importance of the arts in a child’s development. Thank you! Will you make a gift today to help ensure that talented students in Milwaukee continue to grow Sincerely, Darcy Drexler, SAW Director Julilly W. Kohler, SAW Board Chair The String Academy of Wisconsin |
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