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ABOUT US
Hearts For Music is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization created to provide opportunities and avenues for individuals with special needs wanting to pursue their love for creating and performing music in a professional ensemble setting. At the core of Hearts for Music is an orchestra made up of 20 to 25 children and/or young adults with a variety of special needs, such as Down's syndrome or autism. By manipulating and playing a combination of acoustic instruments, digital instruments, and adaptive instruments, the Hearts For Music Special Needs Orchestra will tackle a broad range of musical works ranging from classical symphonies to modern pop and rock. Download our brochure for complete details, or call us at: (330) 298-5549 or toll-free at 1-888-687-4218.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Jackie Bucks
HFM Pennsylvania Director |
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Rick Frato
Vice President |
Andra Frato
Director |
Connie Edic
Secretary |
Marie Stehli
Treasurer |
Sharon Davis
Conflicts Review Committee Member |
Audrey Jackson
Conflicts Review Committee Member |
Barbara Blazek
Conflicts Review Committee Member |
John Sullivan
Legal Advisor |
PARTICIPATION
Where We Meet
Hearts For Music Special Needs Orchestra program has rehearsal groups running in the following locations: OHIO
PENNSYLVANIA
Please contact us at info@heartsformusic.org for more information on rehearsal schedules and times. |
Are There Fees?
$20.00 per child per session. Money from fees and donations are the lifeblood of our beloved orchestra. We never want fees to be problematic and will assist exploring a variety of funding avenues such as local county programs and the Ohio Autism/Jon Peterson Scholarship. Pay fees or donate now. |
Who Can Participate?
Our Special Needs Orchestra is open to ALL individuals with special needs. While our youngest are 6–8 years of age and the oldest is in her 60s, there is no age limitation. Our members have diagnoses ranging from Autism to Down syndrome to chromosomal abnormalities such as Turner’s Syndrome. We also do welcome children/teens without special needs to participate so that they learn how to be caring and compassionate towards others with special needs. Please Click here to become to enroll/register in our orchestra! |
No Experience Necessary
While an understanding of music is helpful, it is unnecessary for participation. If your child or loved one desires additional music training, we can offer recommendations. Just come with a love and heart for music! |
Rehearsal Schedule
Currently for 2022, most rehearsals take place on Saturdays. Please contact us for further details. |
Other Opportunities within HFM
Please consider giving a gift of money or being a volunteer. Volunteers are vital to the success of our orchestra members. We love to have you be part of the Hearts For Music family! Click here to beecome a HFM Volunteer! |
Contact Us
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Get in touch with us now!
We would love to hear from you! Please contact us either via phone (330) 298-5549 or email us at info@heartsformusic.org You can also shoot us a message using the contact form below. You should hear from us in a day or two. If you do not hear from us within 3 business days, please assume that your email or inquiry fell into the black hole of the internet, and contact us via phone. We do try to remember to check the spam folder regularly for missing emails. Thank you and we look forward to serving you and your loved ones! |
Our Mailing Address:
Hearts For Music, Inc. PO Box 515, 4572 West Prospect Street Mantua, OH 44255 Local Phone: (330) 298-5549 Toll-Free: 1-888-647-4218 |
We are grateful and proud to have the spiritual and material support of these wonderful organizations, businesses and individuals. Please click on the our various partners and sponsors to find out about the awesome work they do.
SPONSORS & PARTNERS
Companies/Organizations
Individuals
- Cara Bromsen
- Jim Oster
- Dan Ruminski, Cleveland’s Storyteller
- Rick Frato, Edward Jones Investments, Chardon, Ohio
- Dr Chin Ki Jinn, Toronto Canada
- John and Faith Lanshe