Building Harmony and Inspiring Lives Through Music Since May 2007
Love in Music
Our mission is to foster harmony and unity through the power of music, a most powerful means of healing the divides and uniting the community beyond ethnic and cultural differences.
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WELCOME TO LOVE IN MUSIC
Love in Music is a registered California non-profit 501(c)(3) charity organization (Federal Tax ID# 26-0152911), dedicated to promoting harmony and unity through the universal language of music. While we work on launching our new website, we invite you to learn more about our mission and how you can get involved.
Founded in 2007, Love in Music aims to foster harmony and inclusiveness by providing free music education to underserved children aged 5-12, whose access to music education is limited. Our mission was inspired by the need to prevent divisive experiences like the 1992 L.A. Riots. Over 18 years, we’ve reached over 1,000 young children from diverse communities, supported by musically trained high school volunteers. Despite severe financial challenges, we have continued our free music education programs in three Southern California locations.
MISSION STATEMENT
As a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to fostering harmony, inclusiveness, and cultural understanding through free music education for underserved children aged 7-12, our mission is to empower youth, bridge cultural divides, and provide positive educational opportunities by connecting children with musically trained volunteers.
VISION
We envision an inclusive community where children of all backgrounds connect and thrive through shared musical experiences. Our goal is to break down cultural barriers and foster lasting intergroup solidarity.
CORE VALUES
1. Equity: Every child, regardless of background, deserves access to music education and the opportunity to express their talents.
2. Inclusion: Our programs embrace the diversity of Los Angeles County, engaging children from all underserved communities, regardless of race, ethnicity, or cultural background.
3. Collaboration: We partner with local schools, community organizations, and volunteers, promoting teamwork among youth and adults from diverse cultures.
4. Healing and Unity: Through music, we promote understanding, provide safe spaces for connection, and build racial harmony.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Love in Music?
Love in Music is a California non-profit 501(c)(3) charity organization that provides free classical instruments and weekly lessons to underserved children aged 7-12 to promote harmony and unity through the universal language of music.
What types of volunteers is Love in Music looking for?
Love in Music actively seeks two types of volunteers: Teaching Volunteers with classical music expertise and Coordinating Volunteers with strong administrative, writing and computer skills.
What are the responsibilities of Coordinating Volunteers?
Coordinating Volunteers are responsible for attendance monitoring, event organizing, sending weekly updates, attending monthly meetings, updating the website and social media platforms.
When are the application deadlines
for Teaching Volunteers?
Normally, Teaching Volunteer applications are accepted for the fall semester by the end of July and for the spring semester by the end of December.
How are community service hours certified for volunteers?
Love in Music provides an official certificate of community service hours normally for period from the beginning of the fall semester to the end of the spring semester. We also verify/endorse total service hours as claimed by the volunteers as required by schools for students in 9th to 12th grade.
What is the Community Leader Award?
The Community Leader Award is given to volunteers demonstrating exceptional commitment with an attendance rate of 85% or higher at the end of the school year. Award ceremonies are held per branch prior to the new school season.
Where are the Love in Music class locations?
Love in Music operates in 3 locations: Los Angeles and Torrance of L.A. County and Santa Ana of Orange County. Detailed location and class hours are available at the bottom of our website’s front page. Once volunteer Volunteers are assigned based on their location to serve at one of these branches.
When was Love in Music established?
Love in Music was established in May 2007, following the 15th anniversary of the 4.29 L.A. Uprising, to foster harmony and inclusiveness by providing free music education to underserved children.
What are the commitments for Teaching Volunteers?
Teaching Volunteers commit at least 2 hours per week on Saturdays during each school semester. Application deadlines vary, and exceptions may apply based on instruments or branch needs.
How can I apply to become a volunteer?
Download the appropriate volunteer application form from our website (Get Involved) and submit it by email to info@loveinmusic.org. Follow the outlined process for a brief interview and formal application after approval.
What benefits are offered to high school volunteers?
Benefits include a Certificate of Community Service Hours, eligibility for the President Volunteer Service Award (PVSA) based on the governing regulations and the bylaws of Love in Music, and outstanding volunteers whose attendance rate is higher than 85% receive the Community Leader Awards.
What is the President Volunteer Service Award (PVSA)?
PVSA is a prestigious award granted annually to qualified volunteers. The application process occurs from June 1 to the last day of May the following year.
Do you provide recommendations for community service for exceptional volunteers?
Yes, exceptional volunteers may receive a letter of recommendation to support their college applications.
What classes are offered at each location?
Classes vary by location. Currently music classes are offered: (Los Angeles) Violin and Piano, (South Bay) Violin, Piano, Cello, Clarinet and Flute, (Santa Ana) Violin, Piano, Cello, Clarinet, Flute, Saxophone, Trumpet and Percussion
CLASS LOCATIONS
Love in Music classes are held every Saturday throughout the school year: Fall Semester (Aug – Dec), Spring Semester (Jan – June). Registration for both students and teachers: July for the Fall Semester, December for the Spring Semester.
(Inquiry for Registration: info@loveinmusic.org)
Los Angeles Branch
Vision Center
The Oriental Mission Church
424 N. Western Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90004
– Class Hours:
Saturday (2PM – 4PM)
South Bay Branch
Education Hall (Rm 201-205)
Torrance First Presbyterian Church
1900 Crenshaw Blvd. Torrance, CA 90501
– Class Hours:
Saturday (2PM – 4PM)
Santa Ana Branch
Donahue Center
KidWorks
1902 W. Chestnut Ave. Santa Ana, CA 92703
– Class Hours:
Saturday (10AM – 12PM)