About MusicFriends

MusicFriends is a group of parents, community members, and other music advocates working to support local school music programs through grassroots initiatives.

Sponsored by MENC: The National Association for Music Education, an organization of nearly 120,000 music educators, MusicFriends raises awareness about music education in schools and communities across the nation.

Why Study Music?

Our students need the Benefits of an education that includes music. Studies show that learning music can improve math and science skills, language skills, and increase spatial I.Q.

Did You Know?

Music is designated a core academic subject in the ‘No Child Left Behind Act.’
No Child Left Behind Act of 2002, Title IX, Part A, Sec. 9101 (11)

Membership is entirely free!

As a member of MusicFriends, you'll receive...

• A monthly Web newsletter about the latest happenings in music education
• A window decal proclaiming your support for music education
• Frequent music education news updates via email

Music Advocates Around the Nation

Music and Arts Advocates

• Why We Need Music In Our Hearts
  John J. Mahlmann, Executive Director, National Association for Music Education (MENC)
• VH1 President John Sykes Addresses National Governors Association
• Joan Schmidt
  National School Boards Association before the House Education Caucus

Congressional Advocates

Generous Supporters

Potbelly

Melody Hounds