Norwalk Symphony Orchestra approved for $10,000 challenge America grant from the National Endowment for the Arts
Norwalk Symphony Orchestra is pleased to announce it has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for a Challenge America award of $10,000. This grant will support the Norwalk Symphony in its educational outreach to hold master classes and special concerts for underserved middle and high school youth. Sandra Miklave, Executive Director says “We look forward to working with the NEA to finalize the grant paperwork and appreciate the agency’s support for this project.”
The Mission of the Norwalk Symphony stands on two pillars: live music performances and music education programs. The Master Class program pairs professional Norwalk Symphony musicians with students in after-school programs to enhance their musical learning. Many students are unable to afford private lessons, and these small group pairings allow for the musicians to support the musical education of the students, as well as creating access for them to participate in our live performance events.
In total, the NEA will award 257 Challenge America awards totaling $2,570,000 that were announced as part of its first round of fiscal year 2024 grants. “The NEA is delighted to announce this grant to the Norwalk Symphony Orchestra, which is helping contribute to the strength and well-being of the arts sector and local community,” said National Endowment for the Arts Chair Maria Rosario Jackson, PhD. “We are pleased to be able to support this community and help create an environment where all people have the opportunity to live artful lives.”
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