Corporate and Community Partners
At Hyde Park Suzuki Institute (HPSI), we are committed to providing a lifelong journey in music education, supporting students from the cradle to college. Our mission begins with early childhood infant music classes, where we nurture curiosity and a love for sound in the youngest minds. As students grow, we introduce fun yet rigorous instrumental study, designed to foster discipline, creativity, and personal growth. We prepare our students for auditions, competitions, and performance opportunities that build confidence and excellence in their craft.
As our students approach high school, we provide pre-college preparation that includes scholarship coaching, audition readiness, and financial literacy workshops. These key resources not only help families navigate the complexities of higher education but also position our students to compete for prestigious college scholarships. With 100% parent participation and a 99.7% college acceptance and attendance rate, we are proud to play a vital role in shaping the futures of our young musicians. We invite businesses and community organizations to join us in this transformative journey, ensuring that every student has the support and opportunity to reach their full potential.
THE PROBLEM HPSI IS SOLVING
LACK OF equity, access and excellence – our impact
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Studies show that students involved in music education are four times more likely to excel in math, reading, and language skills, with a 27% higher graduation rate compared to their peers who are not involved in music.” —Source: NAMM Foundation
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Children from underserved communities, particularly African American and Latino students, who are exposed to high-quality music education, are three times more likely to pursue higher education and college scholarships in the arts.” —Source: National Endowment for the Arts
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Children who begin music instruction before age 7 are more likely to develop advanced cognitive skills and are 30% more likely to win college scholarships related to the arts.” —Source: Journal of Educational Psychology
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Community music programs that focus on underserved demographics increase youth participation by over 50% in culturally diverse areas, leading to greater college and career opportunities for underrepresented students.” —Source: American Educational Research Journal
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Parent Support is the key to student success
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Why Music Education is so important for our kids?
1. Musical training helps develop language and reasoning: Students who have early musical training will develop the areas of the brain related to language and reasoning. The left side of the brain is better developed with music, and songs can help imprint information on young minds.
2. A mastery of memorization: Even when performing with sheet music, student musicians are constantly using their memory to perform. The skill of memorization can serve students well in education and beyond.
3. Students learn to improve their work: Learning music promotes craftsmanship, and students learn to want to create good work instead of mediocre work. This desire can be applied to all subjects of study
4. Increased coordination: Students who practice with musical instruments can improve their hand-eye coordination. Just like playing sports, children can develop motor skills when playing music.
5. A sense of achievement: Learning to play pieces of music on a new instrument can be a challenging, but achievable goal. Students who master even the smallest goal in music will be able to feel proud of their achievement.
6. Kids stay engaged in school: An enjoyable subject like music can keep kids interested and engaged in school. Student musicians are likely to stay in school to achieve in other subjects.
7. Success in society: Music is the fabric of our society, and music can shape abilities and character. Students in band or orchestra are less likely to abuse substances over their lifetime. Musical education can greatly contribute to children’s intellectual development as well.
Why partner with Hyde Park Suzuki Institute?
Making Music Education Accessible in Underserved Chicago Communities
The Hyde Park Suzuki Institute (HPSI) is dedicated to breaking down barriers to high-quality instrumental music education on the South Side of Chicago, where access is often limited. Through our FREE Beginner Group Class Instruction, we focus on reaching low-income and underserved neighborhoods that are historically isolated from classical music opportunities. These communities include Roseland, Englewood, South Shore, Chatham, Hyde Park, Bronzeville, and Bridgeport.
By providing comprehensive music education to children in these areas, HPSI fosters cultural enrichment, academic achievement, and personal growth, empowering young people to pursue college and career opportunities in music and beyond. Your support will help us continue to provide these life-changing programs to students who need it most.