Coming Together Through Music
Participate in the Orchestra
Our orchestra welcomes musicians of all ages and abilities with and without disabilities. From beginners to experienced musicians, everyone is invited to make music and connect in an inclusive environment. Our members of all ages bring a wide variety of talents and lived experiences to our ensemble.
Where we meet
Hearts For Music Special Needs Orchestra program offers rehearsal groups in the following locations:
OHIO​
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Akron, OH
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Mentor/Deepwood OH
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Solon, OH
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Union Lutheran Church,
Schnecksville, PA
Become a Volunteer
Volunteers are a valued part of Hearts for Music’s inclusive community. We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds to help create a supportive and accessible environment for musicians of all abilities.
Some of our musicians may request assistance during rehearsals or performances such as help with navigating the space, accessing materials, or setting up equipment. No musical experience is required to volunteer, just a willingness to learn and contribute to a respectful and empowering space where everyone belongs.
Meet Our Orchestra
Joyanna Baber
Valarie Baber, Mother
Fave food: French fries
Fave hobby:
Watch YouTube kids videos, swimming/splash park
Fave HFM song to play:
Ode to Joy and Jingle
Cadreienne Lewis
Fave food: Spaghetti
Fave hobby: Bowling
Fave HFM song to play: Christmas songs
Ethan &
Morgan Werner
Musicians
Jared &
Sabrina Werner
Musicians
Mark Kristensen
Jennifer Kristensen, Mother
Fave food:
Chocolate brownies
Fave hobby:
Running in his walker,
skiing and water skiing
Fave HFM song to play:
Everything
especially country
Jessica Novak
Jack & Susan Novak
Fave food: Ribs
Fave place: Colorado
Fave HFM song to play: When the Saints
go Marching in
Journey Bright
Cynthia Perrine, Grandmother
and dog Cooper
Gabrielle Layton
Fave food: Sushi
Fave hobby:
Drawing, painting,
making jewelry
Favorite HFM song to play:
"Over the Rainbow"
and any "Wicked" song
Therese Kennerk
Fave food: Hot dog/pizza
Fave hobby: Gimkit
Fave HFM song to play:
"Party in the USA"
Kimberly Wallen
John Wallen, Father
Joseph Tucek
Fave food: Cane's chicken
Fave hobby: Acting improv, kayaking, bugging his three brothers
Fave HFM song to play:
Any pirate song like "Weller" or "Drunken Sailor"