Music may be how children enter the doors of the Community Center, but once here it is so much more. Our vision is that in a neighborhood with 25+ languages spoken, cultural differences, and challenges, music is the universal language. It is the vehicle to growing a stronger community with thriving families through increased access to prevention services focused on mental health and well-being of children. Key activities are:
- Free instruments and lessons in a variety of ensembles
- Regular performance opportunities at iconic venues throughout the city
- Workshops with internationally accomplished artists
- Academic support through the Path to College program
- Group music therapy
- Wraparound services through the Care Services program
Find out more about Harmony Project KC's impact through our 2024-25 Impact Report!
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Harmony Project KC is an affiliate of Harmony Project Los Angeles.
HPLA Model & Outcomes:
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Won the nation’s highest honor for an arts-based youth program by the President’s Committee on the Arts & Humanities.
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Recipient of the White House's "Bright Spots in Hispanic Education" Award.
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Harmony Project students consistently defy the odds with 95% college acceptance rate, and an average of 7 years’ participation in the program.
Published research on Harmony Project students has shown:​
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90% of students showed improved focus/discipline
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Students were reading on grade level by third grade, as compared to non-participating peers
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​73% improved academic achievement
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71% improved family communication
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44% improved self-esteem
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95% graduated from high school and attend college
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Music improves children's language learning and acquisition, reading, and ability to hear through noise. (Research performed on Harmony Project students by Dr. Nina Krauss, Northwestern University).
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10-year study at Brown showed that arts-based programs produced more powerful results than sports or community service programs.