Kids' Orchestra at Home

Kids' Orchestra, an organization committed to making music education accessible for elementary schoolers of East Baton Rouge Parish, is offering classes entirely virtually for its tenth anniversary year through its KO@Home program. In March Kids' Orchestra pivoted from its usual in-person after school program to online classes, and KO@Home will continue to bring music education to families safely this fall. The program includes pre-recorded music lessons for students in Kindergarten and above, live virtual group lessons for students in Kindergarten and above, live virtual private music lessons that are open to students in 2^nd grade and above, plus free learning resources, including instrument care guides, virtual social-emotional learning, Music for All Videos, and lagniappe music resources.

“We are committed to keeping our mission alive despite the challenges posed by COVID-19. Through KO@Home, we are working to keep youth and families connected to musical enrichment and engaging musical opportunities outside of the school day to build a community of creative, confident, and socially engaged students through music education. KO@Home will keep families connected to a community of artists and teachers in East Baton Rouge Parish that are excited to explore, create, and perform with young people,” says Sam Trevathan, KO’s Education Director.

Each KO@Home course differs in size, cost, and availability across grade levels. A program eligibility guide can be found here. All enrolled KO students will receive not only a KO t-shirt but also access to online performance opportunities. Families across East Baton Rouge Parish and the community at-large are invited to apply online today. 

To read more about Kids' Orchestra and their transition to virtual programming with KO@Home, read Managing Editor Jordan LaHaye's story from out September issue here.