This initiative aims to provide free flute lessons to public school students in the Richmond area who lack access to private music instruction due to financial constraints. By offering high-quality, individualized flute lessons at no cost, the program seeks to nurture musical talent, boost confidence, and expand educational opportunities for young musicians.

The program consists of weekly 60-minute group flute lessons offered over two 10-week sessions during the school year. These lessons will focus on developing strong fundamentals, exploring band repertoire, and introducing students to additional musical works beyond their standard curriculum. The program will culminate in a final performance, where students will have the opportunity to showcase their progress.

This program is made possible solely through the generosity of donors and grant funding. Your support will help keep these lessons completely free for students, cover the cost of professional instruction, provide necessary learning materials, and help offset the cost of flute maintenance—ensuring that no student is held back by financial barriers.

🎵 One-Time Donations:
$15 – Support the Stand: Provide a student with a portable music stand.
$25 – Build the Foundation: Cover the cost of a flute method book.
$45 – Build the Foundation+: Provide a method book and playing materials.
$80 – Empower a Lesson: Fund one weekly group lesson for a student.
$150 – Keep It Playing: Cover general maintenance for a student’s flute.
$500 – Restore the Sound: Fund a full cleaning, oil, and adjustment for a flute.
$800 – Sponsor a Stand: Support one student’s full 10-week session. Includes a thank-you letter, concert shout-out, and all monthly donor perks.

🎶 Monthly Donor Perks ($10+/month):
Weekly Newsletter: Get exclusive program updates during sessions.
Student Spotlight Videos: See featured students share their progress.
Supporter Wall: Be recognized online and at performances.
Thank You Postcard: Receive a handwritten note from a student annually.

Anamarie Diaz is a flutist, teacher, performer, and arts administrator in Richmond, Virginia. Deeply passionate about music education, Anamarie firmly believes that music lessons should be accessible to all students, regardless of their socioeconomic background. The idea for this initiative was born during Anamarie's graduate school years when she felt a strong desire to give back to her community.