We believe that all children deserve to have the same opportunities to learn and build confidence. That’s why we provide music education to students from underserved communities who might otherwise never know the power that music education has to transform their lives.
Our students
Shawn
When Shawn first joined the program, he had no musical experience and was a beginner to the world of music.
Thanks to The Hammer Band and its gift of music, Shawn has become a well-rounded and confident student who is proud to play his instrument and perform at home, school and venues all over Toronto!
Shekinah
Shekinah was born in the Philippines and moved with her family to Canada in 2009. At first, when starting lessons at age five, she did not like the violin.
Now, she cannot imagine life without music. Since joining The Hammer Band a few years ago, she now plays both violin and viola. We are proud of you Shekinah!
Music education at a young age can lead to an extra 7 points in IQ2.
2. Anita Collins, TedxCanberra, What if every child had access to music education from birth?
You have the opportunity to provide The Hammer Band kids with the experience of a lifetime through the gift of music.
Donate nowWith your continued support since 2007, more then...
part in our program.
performed.
each school year.
in our program.
BEETHOVEN'S JOY
On January 15, 2017, students surprised shoppers at Yorkdale Mall with a performance of Ode to Joy.
