Young Voices Education in Music Foundation Partners with Newark Public Schools to Bring World-Class Music Education to 700 Students
NEWARK, N.J., May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — For the 2024–2025 school year, the Young Voices Education in Music Foundation has partnered with the Newark Public School System to sponsor more than 700 fifth-grade students in the American Young Voices program. With support from the district, students and teachers will join a nationwide community in an extraordinary music education experience—culminating in a professional concert at the Prudential Center this June.
This initiative expands students’ learning beyond the classroom, offering them access to immersive music training and the opportunity to perform on a major stage. The program also supports Newark educators through a full day of professional development, including training from Grammy-nominated conductors Francisco J. Núñez and Elizabeth Núñez of the Young People’s Chorus of New York City.
“This extraordinary partnership has opened new doors for our students—not just to music, but to confidence, collaboration, and creativity,” said Superintendent Roger León. “I’m grateful to the Foundation for investing in our children and educators.”
The semester-long program is provided at no cost to students and includes a full curriculum designed to build communication, creativity, and mindfulness. All participants receive free concert T-shirts, and families are given complimentary tickets to the final performance, creating a memorable, community-wide celebration.
Board of Education President Hasani K. Council added, “This partnership represents the best of what education can be—uplifting, inspiring, and deeply collaborative. It helps our students dream bigger, sing louder, and shine brighter.”
Recent Highlights:
- Grammy-winner Jacob Collier surprised 9,000 students during a London rehearsal of “Little Blue,” creating an unforgettable experience.
- In February, Young Voices and the Bob & Rita Marley Foundation hosted a global livestream singalong celebrating Bob Marley’s 80th birthday, engaging over 400,000 students worldwide.
Upcoming Concert Dates:
- Albany, NY – MVP Arena | Monday, June 2, 2025
- Newark, NJ – Prudential Center | Tuesday, June 3, 2025
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With arts programs disappearing from schools, the Foundation invites the public to help keep music education alive. A $100 donation sponsors one student; $2,000 supports an entire school.
Donate now to ensure that music remains a vital part of education for your children and the next generation. Help us make a lasting impact!
SOURCE American Young Voices
