MISSION: To demonstrate creative strategies for engaging young learners through the use of music and literature as catalysts for learning across the curriculum.

Current research continues to document a positive correlation between young students who participate in music experiences and their success in academic areas. MUSIC OUTREACH is a resource for Regions across the city. Through a structured and hands-on setting, we provide an integrated learning experience for children in their critical years of growth and development. Founded in 1965, MUSIC OUTREACH has received recognition from educators, civic leaders, and specialists in the field of child development. Join Your Colleagues! Music Outreach is an Approved Vendor with the Department of Education Contact Roslyn Gamiel, Director of Education Programs: E-mail: musicoutreach@aol.com Phone: 212-316-2000 Fax: 212-662-0404 CLICK HERE to download a PDF file of our brochure!               Our Programs Engaging Learners in Hands-on Workshops        Music & Literacy Workshops Elementary grades A series of curriculum-linked and interactive Workshops presented by ensembles of professional musicians/educators. For children of diverse backgrounds and abilities, the Workshops enhance motivation, establish an early love for reading, and open up new pathways for learning.   Educating, Enriching, Inspiring        School-Day Orchestral Concerts Elementary grades A highlight of the School Year, the innovative concert format introduces young students to a spectrum of musical genres, and to the beauty of the performing arts as a foundation for lifelong learning. Presented in concert halls across the city, the Orchestral Concerts are an educational and cultural resource for students in the public schools.   Preserving the Legacy of Jazz        "Roots of Jazz" Seminars Middle and High Schools A skilled ensemble of specialists in the jazz genre traces the ethnic, historical, and social influences that led to the evolvement of this uniquely American music. Students gain a deeper understanding of its role in the culture of our country, the extraordinary artists and their contributions, and the legacy of jazz that must be preserved for future generations. Seminars are presented both during, and after the school day. CLICK HERE to download a PDF file of our brochure!