Parent Spotlight: Lucas Thrives with Harmony Project's Music Education
Meet Erica and Jose, proud parents of 11-year-old Lucas, a dedicated young artist in Harmony Project. Through Harmony Project's free music education programs in Los Angeles, Lucas has blossomed in remarkable ways. Erica and Jose have witnessed firsthand the profound impact of learning music, noting a significant boost in Lucas's confidence and expressiveness since joining the program. He has become more open and his relationships with his siblings have even strengthened.
Harmony Project Family Jose, Lucas, and Erica.
The skills Lucas has gained through reading and playing music, both in mariachi and orchestra, have extended beyond the music room. Erica and Jose proudly shared how Lucas has taken the initiative to perform for his family, showcasing his growing self-assurance. In a heartwarming display of gratitude, Lucas even spontaneously brought his violin to school to play for his teacher, sharing the songs he learned at Harmony Project.
Beyond Lucas's individual growth, Harmony Project has positively influenced the entire family. Erica and Jose feel that Lucas's musical development has fostered patience within their household and provided a motivating structure. They wholeheartedly believe that Harmony Project has been instrumental in expanding Lucas's creativity, building his self-esteem, deepening his love for music, and enhancing his ability to express emotions in new ways. For other parents seeking to unlock hidden potential in their children, Erica and Jose enthusiastically recommend Harmony Project as a truly enriching and transformative experience.
Lucas during his mariachi instruction class.
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 2023-2024 academic year.