SONG needs your help to keep helping Northumberland youth find their voices
Special submission by SONG
The music is playing, the kids are arriving and Sounds of the Next Generation (SONG) is looking for a few more friendly faces to help keep things humming.
Now celebrating its 14th season, the award-winning Northumberland charity is welcoming 126 young musicians from 105 families into 15 weekly afterschool classes at its “Music Hub” at Port Hope High School.
And the season is just getting started. SONG is preparing to launch its “In School” and community “SoundStage” programming, bringing even more opportunities for local kids to make music, connect and grow.
With all that activity comes a simple need – and that’s more helping hands.
“We’ve got the kids, we’ve got the instruments, and we’ve got an incredible team of teaching artists,” said SONG executive director Miles Bowman. “Now, we just need a few more friendly adults to help us welcome everyone.
“You don’t need to know a thing about music. If you can say hello, help check a student in and offer a smile, you’ve got everything we’re looking for.”
SONG is currently recruiting front desk volunteers to help greet families and check students in during afterschool classes at the high school. Volunteers can sign up for shifts as short as one hour, making it easy to lend a hand without taking on a major commitment.
SONG’s programs are completely free to participating families, thanks to the generosity of community donors, sponsors, funders and volunteers.
“Free doesn’t mean there isn’t a cost,” noted Bowman. “SONG works because our community believes every child deserves the opportunity to make music.
“And that spirit extends beyond our students. Everyone belongs in SONG – whether you’re learning an instrument, teaching a class or giving an hour of your time to help out. Our volunteers are part of what makes this community so special.”
No musical experience is needed. No long-term commitment is necessary. Just bring a friendly attitude and a willingness to help, explained the organization.
SONG also welcomes volunteers interested in helping with concerts, community events, fundraising and other activities throughout the year.
If you have an hour, the team would love to meet you.
To sign up for a front desk shift, visit www.songprogram.org/volunteer.
For other volunteer opportunities, email info@songprogram.org with “VOLUNTEER” in the subject line.
SONG is described as an award-winning Northumberland County charity providing free music education to kids and youth. Through its various programs, SONG uses music to build confidence, creativity, connection and belonging, helping young people find their people and their voice.
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