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Check out what Notelove has been doing beyond free music lessons! What We Have Been Up To Student Events Winter Waltz Concert On January 11, Notelove hosted a delightful Winter Waltz concert at the NorCal Music Center. Students performed many beautiful classical and vibrant pieces, we are all very proud of their progress! After the concert, students and instructors gathered to celebrate their achievements with food and socializing. It was a heartwarming and exciting way to kick off 2025! notelove concert notelove concert 1/1 Surrounded by the hustle and bustle of Downtown San Jose, Notelove students gathered at Chrsitmas in the Park to share christmas music with the event goers. With Christmas classics like "Let it Snow", "Sleigh Ride", and "I'll Be Home for Christmas", Notelove's holiday spirit touched the hearts of everyone watching. IMG20241223182134_edited IMG_1225_edited IMG_7470 IMG20241223182134_edited 1/7 Christmas in the Park Performance Instrument Petting Zoo Notelove hosted another Instrument Petting Zoo on December 6th, inviting passionate students to try out a variety of instruments, including violins, trumpets, flutes, guitars, percussion, and more! This inspiring event has brought students unique experiences, helping them discover new musical interests and talents. Notelove continues to provide creative and educational opportunities that encourage students to engage with the world of music. IMG_6070 IMG_6065 IMG_6074 IMG_6070 1/7 Notelove Cross Chapters Virtual Event 2024 image345_edited 2345 6 image345_edited 1/4 On October 19th, Notelove hosted a virtual concert that brought together many passionate students and instructors to show their progress on their musical journey. We are very proud of all the improvements and commitments displayed in the performances. Be sure to check out the video to enjoy the beautiful music played by these individuals! Click Here to the Concert Video Notelove Fall Fest On September 14th, amidst joyful laughter and bobbing rubber ducks, Notelove attended the annual Fall Fest in Cupertino, CA. Wanting to attract more students and instructors, officers held a game of catching the rubber ducks, offering prizes ranging from teddy bears to Notelove shirts in accordance. The day ended with much fanfare, many young children loving what they had fished up! 1/5 Instrument Petting Zoo 1/15 July 2024, Notelove hosted their library event: Instrument Petting Zoo. Children of all ages, along with their parents, had the opportunity to try out a variety of instruments, from woodwinds to brass to and percussion. This one-hour event allowed every volunteer to share their passion for music and their instruments with the Bay Area public. 2024 Summer Sonata Concert Notelove hosted the Summer Sonata Concert in June to commemorate the beginning of a new summer. Students, instructors, and directors shared their love of music through various performances. As the Notelove family, we celebrated our young musicians and their musical passions, while also bidding farewell to our graduating seniors as they embark on new and exciting journeys. 1/22 2024 Winter Snowlove Concert 1/26 In January, Notelove hosted the Snowlove Winter Concert where students, instructors, and directors had the opportunity to perform for the community! This was the first ever in-person Notelove concert following a number of online concerts and smaller performance events. Watching the Notelove family come together and celebrate young musicians as they achieved a milestone in their musical journeys was a heartwarming experience. On January 18, 2024, Notelove instructors, students, and Tri-M and Forte members joined in on Zoom to listen to former Notelove officer, Riko Hirata–who majors in music therapy at the University of the Pacific–host her informational panel that covered the topic of music therapy. She went over what music therapy is, the requirements to pursue a career as a music therapist, as well where music therapists work. “In terms of music therapy classes in college, I had a lot of fun in the first semester. The panel I presented today is basically an overview of what I did throughout music therapy class,” Riko explains. “[Music therapy] is a very nice class, and the professors are very caring. This semester, I’ll be visiting some senior homes to implement my music therapy knowledge–I’m quite excited!” 1/3 Music Theory Panel with Riko Music Theory Classes 1/3 This past fall, Notelove hosted a 6-week music theory class taught by 7 of Notelove’s passionate music educators! The class spanned two levels - intro and advanced - and covered various music theory concepts, such as intervals, chords, and major and minor scales. The Blookets, Gimkits, and music listening sessions were some of the students’ favorite activities!

Your donations help make Notelove and our free music lessons possible! Support our mission! Notelove is made possible through your support. Please consider donating to our cause if you have found Notelove helpful. Each donation counts in helping us continue changing lives, one lesson at a time. Your donations help us cover the cost of administrative fees as well as programs and events for students and instructors. You can double or triple your donation through a company match ! When you donate, you will have the option to check whether your company will match your donations. More information will be provided at the link below. *All donations to Notelove are tax deductible DONATE HERE Share the Love of Music Your generosity makes a world of difference. By donating your gently used instruments and music books , you can inspire the next generation of musicians! By contributing to our music program, you help underprivileged children and aspiring musicians gain access to valuable resources they need to nurture their talents. For more information on how to donate, contact us at finance@notelove.org . Thank you for your support! 1/2

Free music lessons are available in the Bay Area, California and beyond! Check out all our chapters across the nation Our Current Chapters Click and learn more about our chapters! BOSTON, MA AUSTIN CEDAR PARK, TX DALLAS FORT WORTH, TX HOUSTON, TX Don't see a Notelove chapter in your area? Sign up to start your own , and bring the joy of free music education to your community! Start a Chapter Sign up today!

Free guitar music lessons are available in the Bay Area, California for beginners and intermediate players to develop their skills. These free lessons are taught by volunteer instructors who are passionate about music education and committed to helping all students improve their technique, musicality, and overall performance. < INSTRUCTORS Cole Yasuda 10 Years Experience in Guitar Preston Hong 12 Years Experience in Guitar Risha M Rao 8 Years Experience in Guitar Kevin Ho 5 Years Experience in Guitar Ishan Varma 8 Years Experience in Guitatr

Free violin music lessons are available in the Bay Area, California for beginners and intermediate players to develop their skills. These free lessons are taught by violin instructors who are passionate about music education and committed to helping all students improve their technique, musicality, and overall performance. < INSTRUCTORS Yuyao Wen 6 Years Experience in Violin Angelina Bu 5 Years Experience in Violin Samuel Teo 10 Years Experience in Violin Keira Hsieh 13 Years Experience in Violin Henna Lam 10 Years Experience in Violin

Free bass music lessons are available in the Bay Area, California for beginners and intermediate players to develop their skills. These free lessons are taught by volunteer instructors who are passionate about music education and committed to helping all students improve their technique, musicality, and overall performance. < INSTRUCTORS Ryota Sato 9 Years Experience in Electric Bass

Free piano music lessons are available in the Bay Area, California for beginners and intermediate players to develop their skills. These free lessons are taught by volunteer instructors who are passionate about music education and committed to helping all students improve their technique, musicality, and overall performance. < INSTRUCTORS Anuhya Gottam 12 Years Experience in Piano Claire Perng 12 Years Experience in Piano Hannah Liaw 11 Years Experience in Piano Linda Chang 12 Years Experience in Piano Sophia Zhang 10 Years Experience in Piano Meredith Tan 10 Years Experience in Piano Ariel Chien 10 Years Experience in Piano Olivia Tu 9 Years Experience in Piano Sophie Xu 9 Years Experience in Piano Samuel Zhang 10 Years Experience in Piano Eva Chen 10 Years of Experience in Piano Julia Geofferey 10 Years Experience in Piano Anisha Biyani 5 Years Experience in Piano Leo Bencher 5 Years Experience in Piano Natalie Liu 10 Years of Experience in Piano Darsh Gottam 6 Years Experience in Piano Audrey Young 7 Years Experience in Piano Charlotte Jew 9 Years Experience in Piano Lilian Gong 11 Years Experience in Piano Ayane Chiang 8 Years Experience in Piano Kalea Chau 8 Years Experience in Piano Abraham Wang 10 Years Experience in Piano Ellie Chu 9 Years Experience in Piano Ainslie Chen 8 Years Experience in Piano

Free clarinet music lessons are available in the Bay Area, California for beginners and intermediate players to develop their skills. These free lessons are taught by volunteer instructors who are passionate about music education and committed to helping all students improve their technique, musicality, and overall performance. < INSTRUCTORS Linda Chang 7 Years Experience in Clarinet Manya Girivasan 7 Years Experience in Clarinet Jinho Choi 5 Years Experience in Clarinet Ayane Chiang 6 Years Experience in Clarinet Alex Lau 7 Years Experience in Clarinet

Free percussion music lessons are available in the Bay Area, California for beginners and intermediate players to develop their skills. These free lessons are taught by volunteer instructors who are passionate about music education and committed to helping all students improve their technique, musicality, and overall performance. < INSTRUCTORS Leo Bencher 6 Years Experience in Percussion Kacie Yu 5 Years Experience in Percussion

Have questions for Notelove and our free music lessons? Check out our FAQ Frequently Asked Questions Notelove is a non-profit that gives free music lessons to youth in the Bay Area. Our intention is to encourage participation in performing arts, which is often glossed over or underfunded. Let us answer some common questions you may have before you join the Notelove community. How d oes Notelove work? Students sign up for a music lesson, and we connect them with an instructor in their area. Students and instructors then coordinate times and locations to meet one other through email. If both parties feel comfortable together, they can move lessons to private homes. Otherwise, school band rooms are always a great place to have a lesson, especially if the student is learning piano or a large instrument. Who can sign up for a lesson? Any youth between the ages 5-17 can sign up for a music lesson. All students who sign up will be given lessons, but we will prioritize low-income or disenfranchised families due to high demand. Who can apply to become an instructor? Instructors must be between the ages 14-18. They must demonstrate proficiency in their instrument, and have at least 2 years of playing experience. Although playing in an ensemble is recommended, it is not required. No prior teaching experience is necessary. Instructors can apply here . Our screening process includes a written application and two submitted videos (scales and an excerpt from a piece of music). What are the events that Notelove offers? Notelove events consist of concerts, socials, fundraisers, and more! These are opportunities for the Notelove community to gather together and share their music, as well as opportunities for instructors to receive additional volunteer hours! You can keep up with our latest and upcoming events here. You can also join our mailing list to receive email updates for our events. When can I expect to be paired with an instructor? Expect to hear back from us within 3-5 days of submitting your lesson-sign up. We process all responses manually, so they can take some time to sift through! Why haven’t I received a lesson pairing yet? We receive every lesson request, and we are constantly looking for new instructors. If we do not have an instructor available for your instrument, you will be put on a waitlist after a lesson sign-up, and we will eventually pair you with an instructor once one is available. Please note that fewer instructors are willing to take on new students at the beginning of the school year and during the marching band season. How are lessons structured? This is completely up to the student and the instructor! Some students have a musical background, while others may have never played an instrument. The instructor should pick off where the student last left off and will ensure that the student understands the basics and proper technique. The duration and frequency of lessons are flexible as well. Typically, lessons will start at 30 minutes once per week. Please communicate with your instructor to decide on what works best for you. Additionally, lessons can be held either online, in-person, or a hybrid of the two. This is up to the student and the instructor as well. If you prefer in-person lessons, we will try to pair you with an instructor from a nearby area. How can I ensure lessons are safe? Instructors and students always meet first in public or online. If either party feels uncomfortable, they can email us and we will assign them a different instructor. What can I do with the hours I earn at Notelove? If your high school's service club is partnered with Notelove, you may receive hours for your club. Otherwise, hours can count toward a President's Volunteer Service Award. Please email us (general@notelove.org ) if you need your hours confirmed. Do you have any more questions? Email us at general@notelove.org !