Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Orchestra Miami
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: PO Box 557598
City: Miami
State: FL
Postal Code: 33255-7598
Main Phone: (305) 786797-2547
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.OrchestraMiami.org
Employer ID Number: 20-4272276
Organization Tax Status: Non-Profit

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: September 5, 2024
Requested Amount: $5,000

Project Title: Orchestra Miami/ Carnegie Hall Link Up Program
Project Description:

Orchestra Miami has been a leader in introducing children to classical music in South Florida. Since 2008, Orchestra Miami has introduced over 35,000 students to high-quality classical music for free through our various in-school initiatives. The main focus of our education efforts is the highly effective and all-inclusive Link Up Program developed by Carnegie Hall. The Orchestra Miami/ Carnegie Hall Link Up program is an initiative where 2,500 Miami Dade County Public School students annually perform WITH the orchestra during an interactive, dynamic concert. Orchestra Miami partners with the Carnegie Hall Weill Music Institute and the Miami Dade County Public Schools to present the program, which pairs Orchestra Miami with students in the 3rd through 5th grades to explore orchestral repertoire and fundamental musical skills, including creative work and composition, through a hands-on music curriculum. Students participate in weekly lessons with the music teachers at their schools, following the Carnegie Hall curriculum. In addition to the weekly classroom lessons, schools receive visits from members of the orchestra to demonstrate their instruments and engage with the students about music. At the end of the project period, participating students attend a culminating concert where they sing and play the recorder, violin or other instruments with the orchestra from their seats. The primary goals of the program are to teach confidence, collaboration and introduce fundamental musical concepts to students in grades 3–5, to introduce students to the orchestra, and to provide them with an opportunity to attend a professional orchestra concert where they can participate free of charge. Orchestra Miami prioritizes working with Title I schools, to ensure that students who may not otherwise have access are able to participate. With the loss of State funding, your support is more important than ever. Thank you for your consideration.

Total Project Budget: $52,503

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Miami Dade County, Jane Hurt (private donor), Chapman Foundation, Kirk Foundation

Project Duration: 7 months
Geographical Area Served: Miami-Dade County
Age Group To Be Served: 3rd-5th gtades, ages 8-12

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Elaine
Contact Last Name: Rinaldi
Contact Title: Artistic Director
Contact Phone: (786) 797-2547
Contact Email: erinaldi@orchestramiami.org