Praise Our Peeps May 18, 2021

Summer Music Series

Curated by Meg Birmingham

If you’re looking to get a little more music in your life this summer you should absolutely check out this Summer Music Series, facilitated by local Music Therapist Elizabeth Mendez. There will be three different topics offered in this series, including Songwriting, one for ages 9-13 and one for ages 13-19, Music and Chill for ages 13+, and Music and Activism for three different age groups. The series is available for single or bundled enrollment, 100% virtual and can be attended from anywhere in the U.S. Access to music software included and no musical experience is necessary! Contact [email protected] for more details or to register.

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