He said something that changed my outlook on every kid just like him…
Since starting Little Kids Rock’s program in her seventh and eighth grade New York classroom, music teacher Kristen Gilbert has encountered the transformational power of music among her students. Kristen shares a story from her classroom: “My student was not engaged in music class… at all. He told me he [...]
Little Kids Rock Is Helping Teachers and Students With Amazing Donated Resources
Students are navigating a challenging school year of virtual, blended, or in-person learning, and Little Kids Rock is here to help. Over the past few months, thanks to some amazing brand partners and friends who believe in the power of music to transform kids’ lives, we have provided more than [...]
Learning Disabilities Awareness Month
October is Learning Disabilities Awareness Month, and another opportunity to share the impactful work Little Kids Rock teachers do to provide meaningful music education for their students. Little Kids Rock teachers across the country provide inclusive music programs that are accessible to all different learning styles. Instruments like guitar, drums [...]
How Music Has Changed Every Part of My Life
Music reaches all corners of the globe. It is everywhere and for everyone. My appreciation for music started before I even knew it. At the tender age of 4, I recall standing in church, in awe of the drum set while the musicians played my favorite video game theme song. [...]
Happy World Music Day!
Currently, young children growing up in Haiti are faced with an abundance of daily life struggles. The infamous earthquake of 2010 left many parts of the country decimated, with little access to food, water, shelter, and other necessities. Children across the county seek to find that one thing to help lift their [...]
JamFest Los Angeles Closes 2016-17 School Year with a Bang!
DAY 1 PHOTO GALLERY DAY 2 PHOTO GALLERY The 2017 Little Kids Rock JamFest in Los Angeles took place over two days at the legendary Roxy Theatre on the Sunset Strip. The annual event featured over 20 Modern Bands from schools in the LA area including LAUSD, [...]