Second Chance Strings
A program of the ISO's Metropolitan Youth Orchestra that teaches adults/students with little or no musical experience how to play a string instrument in an hour!
We developed Second Chance Strings to build community, encourage intergenerational fellowship, empower children, and bring groups of people from various backgrounds together to accomplish a common goal through music.
About the Program
Participants will meet and play side by side with our MYO students. Our young musicians, teachers, and staff will welcome each guest as a part of our extended family and engage everyone in learning and laughter. It is truly remarkable to provide an experience for adults in a way that visibly brings delight, and equally so to see kids empowered and confident. It’s also just plain fun!
Second Chance Strings concludes with a brief performance of the piece we’ve learned together, and rounded out with our students and teachers playing their own parts. Finally, we share a meal to celebrate the successes experienced together. Start to finish, the event manages to be both grand and charming, establishing lasting connections between MYO students and guests.
Questions?
For more information, please contact our Education and Community Engagement team using the button below.