Donate to Support Music Education

About Us

The New School of Music is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community music school founded in 2013. We provide a non-competitive, challenging environment for students of all ages to study all styles of music on their chosen instruments or through vocal studies. With the help of our dedicated instructors, we’ve provided over 3,600 music lessons to more than 120 underserved youth, changing lives through the power of music. Music education has been shown to enhance language, reasoning, teamwork, creativity, academic performance, and self-expression. By improving a child’s life through music, we create a ripple effect that positively impacts families and communities for generations.

Our Mission & Vision

Mission Statement

To serve the community by sharing the gift of music, connecting world-class musicians with students of all ages for lifelong learning and enjoyment, while supporting underserved youth with music instruction.

Vision

To provide exceptional music education to students from all backgrounds, offering scholarships to ensure accessibility for underserved children.

HELP US EXPAND our Underserved Kids Music Program, and our Texas Jazz & Blues Camp

Programs We Support

Year-Round Music Instruction

We teach music at co-located spaces with partners to minimize costs and maximize scholarships.
Main Location: 2601 Exposition Blvd (Tarrytown United Methodist Church)
Additional Locations:Cedars International Academy & Cedars International High School

Texas Jazz & Blues Camp

In partnership with the renowned Litchfield Jazz Camp, this program connects students with world-class musicians like
Don Braden and Mike Flanigin, providing top-tier music education and performance opportunities.

Recognition Levels

How Your Donation Helps

Your tax-deductible contribution directly supports music lessons and scholarships for underserved youth:

Scholarship Goals

We aim for scholarships to account for 50% of our enrollment, ensuring children from economically challenged backgrounds can receive free music instruction.

Recognition Levels

We value our donors and recognize contributions at the following levels:

Become a Partner

Join the New School of Music Fund by donating $1,200 annually ($100/month) to help build our programs and provide scholarships.

Our Partners

  • Litchfield Jazz Camp & Festival
  • Cedars International Academy
  • Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area
  • Tarrytown United Methodist Church

HELP US EXPAND our Underserved Kids Music Program, and our Texas Jazz & Blues Camp

Leadership

Board of Directors

  • Dave Fazio, AIA
  • Richard Spencer, MBA, MME
  • Evan Taniguchi, AIA

Advisory Board

  • Don Braden
  • Rex Dean
  • Dean Deckard, MBA
  • Mike Flanigin
  • Laraine Lasdon
  • Dr. Leon Lasdon
  • Dave Lee
  • Dr. Jeffrey Schwartz, M.D.
  • Paula Spencer
  • Stephen Spencer, CPA
  • Linda Hank Thompson