FAME - Foundation for the Advancement of Music & Education, Inc.

04/14/2026

🚨FAME JAZZ BAND AUDITIONS ARE OPEN! 🎶

Ready to take your musicianship to the next level? The FAME Jazz Band Program is more than just a band—it’s a transformative experience for young musicians across the Greater Washington Region.

This tuition-free scholarship program is designed for middle & high school students who are serious about their craft, passionate about music, and committed to academic excellence.

📅 Important Dates:
• April 6 – Application Opens
• May 2 – Application Deadline (11:59PM)
• May 2 – Teacher Recommendation Due
• Auditions begin May 18

📍 Audition Locations:
• University of Maryland School of Music (College Park, MD)
• Harmony Hall Arts Center (Fort Washington, MD)

If you—or a student you know—are ready to grow, perform, and be part of a powerful musical community, this is your moment!

🔗 Apply now: FAMEMusic.org
📩 Questions? [email protected]

01/22/2026

FAME Appoints Langston H. Hughes ll as Artistic Director!

FAME proudly announces the appointment of Langston Hughes II as Artistic Director of the FAME Jazz Band, marking an exciting new chapter in the organization’s ongoing commitment to artistic excellence, education, and community impact.

“The appointment of Langston Hughes II as Artistic Director represents a powerful alignment of excellence and empowerment and reaffirms my vision to increase access to quality music and education for all youth,” said A. Toni Lewis, Founder and CEO of FAME. “Langston’s journey from student to mentor embodies everything FAME stands for and reflects our belief that artistry and meaningful community impact must go hand in hand.”

Read the full press release at FAMEmusic.org!

12/07/2025

Our founder, A. Toni Lewis, was honored on October 30 by the Greater Washington Community Foundation at their inaugural Prince George's HONORS ceremony at MGM National Harbor. She was named as one of the Nonprofit Leaders of the year. We are so thankful for her leadership as FAME continues to uplift our area's young people.

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11/19/2025

UMD fellowship chamber groups are prominent ambassadors in the School of Music, throughout the D.C. Metro region, Maryland and beyond. The University of Maryland School of Music will be recruiting woodwind quintet and jazz combo members for Fall 2026.