Build a Musical Community Within Your School!
Instrument & Vocal Instruction
PreK-12
Our Play to Learn program brings high-quality, in-school and after-school music education to students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Whether it’s learning an instrument, singing in a choir, or composing original songs, our Play to Learn program nurtures confidence, creativity, and community through the power of music.
Program Overview
The Play to Learn program offers up to 30 weeks of hands-on music instruction, culminating in a student performance that showcases creativity and growth. Students gain musical skills, develop music literacy, make cultural connections, and strengthen social-emotional learning through the joy of music-making.
Instrumental & Vocal Training Violin, Viola, Cello, Guitar, Ukulele, Brass, Woodwinds, Percussion, Keyboard
Ensembles Band, Chorus, Jazz, Orchestra
Creative Pathways General Music, Intro to Musical Theater, Songwriting, Storytelling, Parody Creation, Composition, Music Tech
We Partner With You Every Step of the Way
We build lasting meaningful relationships with each school and work in close partnership to ensure that our offerings are effective, and responsive to school priorities and student needs, conducting planning sessions, and providing curriculum materials and resources. We believe that open communication and thoughtful planning lead to lasting impact and a deeper sense of ownership among all stakeholders: students, teachers, and families alike.
Students will benefit from:
Music making: Students build essential performance skills, including rhythm, posture, ensemble collaboration, and the ability to confidently perform complete pieces.
Music literacy: Students deepen their understanding of musical elements such as notation, vocabulary, pitch, tempo, and instrument anatomy.
Social-emotional learning through music: Through music, students express themselves, build confidence, collaborate with peers, actively listen, and develop problem-solving skills.
Cultural expression & community building: Students explore music from diverse cultures, reflect on their own identities through music, and connect with others through shared musical experiences.
Your school will benefit from:
A Comprehensive, Flexible, or Customized Approach tailored to your community
Experienced Teaching Artists who bring both expertise and heart
A Culture of Creativity and Belonging that extends beyond the classroom
2025-2026
3,110
Instructional Hours
3,897
Instrumental & Vocal Students
56
Midori Matinee Student Recitals
77
Play to Learn Programs
Voices From the Classroom
“These students had such a hunger for a deviation from their traditional learning style in school. It was very easy to tell that they looked forward to music class, and that they really took time to work on everything outside of school. This was the second time being at this school this year, and I wanted to do our warm ups that we did 4 months previously to our recent sessions. They all remembered the warm ups WITHOUT me having it up on the board! They were really excited about the familiar warm ups, and started making dance moves to them too! It was very cute!”
Midori & Friends Teaching Artist Saul Nache
“The program provided a valuable experience for our students and staff. The most significant aspect of theprogram was its positive effect on student growth and development. We look forward to continuing our partnership with Midori & Friends.”
PS 66Q Assistant Principal Patricia Sheehan