Save The Music’s old tag line was “Music Equals Brainpower.” But how does music improve the mind? How does playing music affect the brain? Is it actually true that playing an instrument makes you smarter? Amongst musicians, teachers and parents, there is a strong...
At Save The Music, we believe in the power of making music and we support young people in developing their passions, skills, and talents to reach their full potential and discover music careers they could pursue. The J Dilla Music Tech Grant program helps extend...
Since 2018, through philanthropic investment, participatory planning, and active convening, Save The Music and its NOLA partners at Artist Corps NOLA and the New Orleans Arts Education Alliance have helped jumpstart 27 new music education programs and ten additional...
Honorees, Trisha Yearwood, Mickey Guyton and Leslie Fram with their 2023 Champion of the Year awards. Nashville’s 4th Annual “Hometown to Hometown” Event Sparks Powerful Conversation and Unforgettable Performances from an Extraordinary Roster of Women in Country On...
Music education develops the whole child, including their physical and mental well-being. Investing in students’ mental health sets the foundation for lifelong success and encourages empathy, compassion, and understanding, creating a school environment where...
From the left, Peanut Butter Wolf, J. ROCC, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Ma Dukes (Dilla’s mother), and Host Asya Shein. On March 16th, 2023, Save The Music curated a star studded panel at SXSW to celebrate the life and legacy of hip-hop producer, James Yancey, better known...