Harmony Project Conservatory Takes Center Stage at Craft Contemporary
Los Angeles, CA (March 29, 2026) - The start of spring in Los Angeles brought a unique harmony to the Miracle Mile as students from the Harmony Project Conservatory filled the galleries of Craft Contemporary with live music. Some HP alumni also joined in on the performance. This special partnership transformed the museum into a multi sensory stage, allowing museum guests to discover the intersection of fine craft and the creative voices of LA’s youth.
Harmony Project Conservatory students performing.
HP Conservatory brass section performing.
The Conservatory program serves as an advanced pillar for high school musicians from diverse communities across the city. By performing different sets throughout the museum’s intimate exhibition spaces, these young artists had the opportunity to engage with a public audience in a setting that celebrates both tradition and innovation. The event highlighted a shared mission between the two organizations: the power of creativity to educate and empower the next generation of leaders.
Maya Barrera, Chief Programming Officer for Harmony Project, noted that these offsite experiences are vital for student growth. "We are grateful to Craft Contemporary for welcoming our young artists into such a unique environment," says Barrera. "These moments of public engagement build a level of confidence that will serve them well in any future path they choose, whether they pursue a career in the arts or become leaders in other professional fields."
Harmony Project alumni and teaching artists performing for attendees.
As Harmony Project continues its 25th anniversary season, collaborations with iconic Los Angeles institutions like Craft Contemporary remain essential. These performances ensure that Harmony Project’s free music education continues to act as a civic anchor, bridging the gap between under-resourced neighborhoods and the vibrant cultural landscape of Los Angeles.
About Harmony Project:
Harmony Project is a nonprofit that provides high-quality music instruction and social support to children year-round at no cost throughout community hubs in Los Angeles. As one of Los Angeles’ largest music education organizations, Harmony Project is dedicated exclusively to serving children from low-income families and under-resourced communities. Harmony Project envisions a world in which all students have equal access to opportunities to learn how to play music and the resources needed to thrive in college and beyond. Harmony Project’s holistic approach to student success has resulted in impressive outcomes with 98 percent of the graduating high school class accepted to a college or university during the 2024-2025 academic year. To donate today, please visit https://www.harmony-project.org/support.