Site Partner Testimony

“Beyond the music instruction, our Park Supervisors celebrate the impact that the program has on its participants: developing life skills, boosting self-esteem, and building pride in community.  Intonation Music Workshop has become an integral part of our program offerings, and we look forward to continuing and growing the relationship.”
- Timothy J. Mitchell, General Superintendent and CEO, Chicago Park District

“Intonation Music Workshop’s after-school rock band program addresses a critical need for music programs that many schools in our network identify. IMW Instructors serve as role models to the children by providing consistent support and showing the students and staff respect. Because of this, student attendance is high and remains consistent throughout the program, which is usually a challenge with after-school programs. The school’s counselor also reports that the band helps students feel more comfortable in public and provides the opportunity to work with culturally diverse students of different ages. CISC looks forward to a lasting partnership with IMW so that more students can benefit from rich musical experiences.”
- Jane Mentzinger, Executive Director of Communities In Schools Chicago

“The students of Chicago International Charter School (CICS) have benefited greatly from the high-quality instruction, well-structured and organized curriculum, and instructors’ personal rapport while working with Intonation Music Workshop. On the program’s first day, students arrived early and were met with professional equipment, first-rate instruction, and a window into a lifelong activity. One of our goals for students in the out-of-school program is lifelong learning, and our young students hit the mark with the IMW program. The increase in confidence and utilization of new skills has also transferred into the elementary school classroom.”
- Meghan Schmidt, Director of Special Events, Chicago International Charter School

“Many of the students could not find their niche in the after-school program until they heard about Intonation’s music program. The program gave them an avenue to express themselves, and after seeing them perform at the talent show, many other students have expressed a desire to participate in the program. Thank you for bringing your talent and sharing it with our students.”
- Sharon Wilcher, Principal, James Ward Elementary School