Teacher Spotlight: Desirae Banks
Meet teacher Desirae Banks! Desirae joined ETM as a music teacher intern at the start of the 2024-2025 school year as a part of our Music Teacher Workforce Development Program. With…
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News & Stories
Explore our programs in action! From educator spotlights and event highlights, to coverage in local and national media, check out how we’re making a difference through the power of music education.
Stories & Spotlights
P.S. 103 Ensemble Stars perform at the 2025 Inner Circle Show
On April 5, 2025, the talented P.S. 103 Ensemble Stars from P.S. 103 in the Bronx performed at the 2025 The Inner Circle Show!
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Teacher Spotlight: Vera Andrea Longo
Meet ETM teacher, Vera Andrea Longo, a music educator who started with ETM during the 2024-2025 school year and brings a passion for improving the health and psychophysical well-being of…
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ETM in the News
NY1 | Education Through Music Gala 2025: Making Minds Sing!
On May 16, 2025, Spectrum News NY1 aired highlights from ETM’s 2025 Gala “Making Minds Sing!”
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Chalkbeat | Music brings learning and hope to Bronx school with dozens of new migrant students
Longtime ETM partner school P.S. 103 in the Bronx has welcomed a large number of migrant students in recent years. Chalkbeat explores how music programming provides migrant students, particularly those who do not speak English, with a space where they can thrive in school and feel more connected to the school community.
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PoliticsNY and amNY Metro | 2024 Power Players in Education
ETM CEO, Dr. Janice Weinman, has been named as a 2024 PoliticsNY and amNY Metro Power Player in Education for her major contributions to music education for underserved students. The list honors dedicated leaders who champion progress and success in all forms of education. We are honored to be included and congratulate all the honorees.
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