Education Through Music-Los Angeles

05/29/2026

"Music gives [people] encouragement during challenging times. It can give them happiness and strength." - ETM-LA Student

05/26/2026

Board Certified Music Therapist Cayla Mendoza shares, "Intentional playlisting is the process of grouping together musical selections with the purpose of supporting or shifting toward a desired mood. I have found intentional playlisting to be a widely accessible and meaningful therapeutic tool."

When we create playlists with attention to how we feel, we can facilitate a positive change in our mood, energy, and emotional state in a way that's tailored to who we are. Cayla shares, "Because each individual’s experiences, memories, and emotional associations with music are unique, intentional playlisting can become a highly personal and meaningful way to support emotional awareness and regulation."

Find Cayla's full lesson and other music therapy resources at the link in bio! Happy 🩵🎶

05/22/2026

Keep playing music all summer long! JOIN US for ETM-LA's 2026 Summer Music Program! We’re excited to partner with local school campuses to offer engaging summer music programs to 4th-8th grade students across LA County ☀️🎶

Selected sites will host a variety of classes, including General Music, Choir, Band, String Orchestra, Guitar, Ukulele, and Modern Band. These programs are designed for beginning and intermediate students entering grades 4–8, providing a fun and supportive environment to build skills and confidence!

Registration CLOSES MAY 31 - Sign up TODAY while open spaces remain!

05/20/2026

05/20/2026

Join the next generation of leaders! Gain experience in the nonprofit, arts, and education sector through our Internship.🎶

05/18/2026

With the support of LA County Dept. of Arts & Culture, we’re excited to offer the position of Events & Outreach Intern to college students across Los Angeles! Gain experience in the nonprofit, arts, and education sectors, and join the next generation of leaders through this opportunity. Interested? Apply now at the LINK IN BIO!

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05/18/2026

"It makes me feel so touched that my culture would be celebrated in a place that's so far from my home, that the kids are enjoying it." shares Music Teacher Intern Yan, who, along with Music Teacher Lesley Baird, led ETM-LA student orff ensembles in a performance of The Battle of the Elements: Earth, Water, Fire, Air, compromising of four unique movements representing each element. "Fire" featured the student's interpretation of a traditional Chinese Dragon Dance 🐲🎶

Bringing diverse cultural experiences to students through music is an essential part of building a quality music education curriculum, and we're proud to continue fostering empathy, connection & curiosity through culturally responsive teaching year-round ❤️

05/08/2026

"School can be kind of stressful, but [music class] has made my anxiety better; I had like 4 F’s, now they're straight A’s. If there is something you can do with music, do it. It helps a lot with your mental health and whatever [you’re] going through." -ETM-LA Student

05/05/2026

"Music primes [a student’s] brain for learning, it settles their spirit, and gets them in the right frame of mind," says Principal Pugh (Compton).

We are so grateful for our amazing team of educators who work every day to bring the joy of music learning to our youth and communities. Thank you for continuing to inspire and empower students 🎶 Happy !

05/01/2026

We love Principal Barragán and ALL of our school Principals!! Thank you for your continuous partnership and dedication to your students, your school community, and music education 💛🎶 Happy !