This was a rare opportunity for our members and friends to experience how The Desert Symphony introduces Coachella Valley school children to the wonders of classical music. The concert featured our 2010 scholarship recipient, 9 year old Umi Garrett, who performed Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 23 and the Symphony performed program to delight our young audience.

What the children are saying about The Symphony!

To See some of the recent letters we have recieved click here!

"I went to the concert thinking this is going to be really boring but when I came out thought to myself, "WOW"."

-Deidre middle school student

"I really liked the music that you conducted for the musicians to play. But first, I need to ask some questions. When you move the stick what does it mean?"

-Stephanie elementary school student

"All of the musicians were great. I sure do wish I could see you again."

- Rebecca elementary school student

What the press is saying about The Desert Symphony's Children's Concerts.

9-year-old pianist shines at McCallum

The Desert Sun � April 17, 2010

More than 1,000 students from across the Coachella Valley were treated to a free symphony concert Friday at the McCallum Theatre.

The students listened to the Desert Symphony and also heard from 9-year-old piano prodigy Umi Garrett.

�We thought it would be great to bring in Umi and show these children what people their age can do with an instrument,� said Nancy Tapick, president of the symphony board.

�It brings it home to the children that they too can pick up an instrument and learn it and become artists.�

The concert was part of the 20-year-old Children's Music Discovery Series, funded by donations and sponsors.

The organization's �Bucks for Busses� campaign helped raise money to transport the students from the valley's three public school districts.

Michelle Mitchell

Help us continue giving our school children the gift of music, by calling the Symphony office at 760.773.5988 and making a donation.

The Desert Symphony is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation. Donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law.

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