Rise Up Project

Rise Up Project To raise funds for much needed equipment at our school as well as spread awareness as to the importa Recently during class I had an incredible realization. Yes.

It was as though time froze for a brief moment and as I scanned the class I couldn't help but find myself with tears in my eyes and goosebumps covered my body. I realized that it wasn't just their knowledge that had grown. They had grown. So much. And their love for the music was more powerful than I ever imagined it could be. What I saw was beautiful and was I heard was indescribable. These kids

have to been seen. They have to be heard. I went to bed that night and couldn't get it out of my mind. I dreamt about it all night and when I woke the next morning I immediately realized what it was. I wanted to make an album. I'd have the kids professionally recorded so everyone could hear how amazing they are. Then I'll sell the CDs and use the money earned to buy the equipment I need for our school. That's it. And I knew exactly who I needed to call on for help. Kent Hertz has been a dear friend of mine for nearly 20 years. Since meeting in the drumline in Southwest Iowa Honor Marching Band we have both continued filling our lives with music. He has become a seasoned co-writer, producer, and engineer in the music business and has recorded countless artists including Michael Jackson, Steve Miller, and Gloria Estefan. I contacted Kent and told him my idea. Without a moment's hesitation...he agreed. Since that moment I've felt like I was living in a dream. "Project Rise Up" is not just about needing risers and microphones. It is about a much deeper need. Our children need music. As a society we must come together to make it a priority in our schools.

12/09/2019
The Rise Up Project is excited about it's next endeavor. A choir of 250 children from Bright Beginnings Charter School ...
02/02/2015

The Rise Up Project is excited about it's next endeavor. A choir of 250 children from Bright Beginnings Charter School will be performing "Dream Big" and "The Sun Will Shine Again" with Ryan Shupe and The Rubberband. It's going to be incredible!

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06/23/2014

Does anyone have any great photos from our December or May concert this year? Send us your photos! The best photos may be used for this year's DVD cover and/or menu screen. Thanks so much!!

A wonderful mother at our school is a freelance writer for several publications. She reached out to me a while back aski...
06/01/2014

A wonderful mother at our school is a freelance writer for several publications. She reached out to me a while back asking permission to write a story about the Rise Up Project and how the performance with the American Authors came about. I of course said that would be fine. Last night she sent me the final story that she plans to pitch to the magazines that she writes for. It is admittedly extremely awkward for me to read something about myself...but I think she did a great job telling the story. I am extremely flattered and humbled at her desire to spread the word about something I feel so strongly about. You can see the story on her blog here if you'd like to read it... http://soakinitin.wordpress.com/2014/05/25/most-awesome-music-teacher-ever-3/

You’re riding along in your car on your morning to commute to work, listening to the radio and sipping your coffee, and thinking about what your day has in store for you—work, exercise, obligations...

06/01/2014

Tonight I will be interviewing the American Authors about their performance with us last December. The interview footage will be included in this year's Rise Up Project DVD. I think it would be awesome for the kids to be able to go back and hear about the experience from the band's perspective. I'd also like to talk with them about their feelings on the importance of music in schools and maybe share any experiences they had as a child where their music teachers inspired them to keep trying, etc. What else would you like to know? Any questions you would like me to ask??

Awesome developments with the Rise Up Project!! Thank you American Authors for joining us in our efforts. We are over ...
12/18/2013

Awesome developments with the Rise Up Project!! Thank you American Authors for joining us in our efforts. We are over the moon excited about our recent performance!! :) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=scVtjR-Ns1A

"Best Day of My Life" American Authors with Treble Makers - KPNX Channel 12 News

06/30/2013

Kickstarter Backers...check your email! Your Rise Up Logo and digital downloads for "Home" and "Patriot Day" are waiting in your inbox :) The kids sound soooooo good :)

06/30/2013

We did it! It's over! THANK YOU for your support. $12,882 was raised via Kickstarter! We can now begin the process of manufacturing the CDs & DVDs (as well as the rest of the Kickstarter prizes). What an incredible experience for everyone involved. THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Just over ONE HOUR remains on Kickstarter! What an incredible success! If you wanted an album or DVD or would like to ...
06/30/2013

Just over ONE HOUR remains on Kickstarter! What an incredible success! If you wanted an album or DVD or would like to help support music in our schools NOW is the time to contribute! Thanks SOOOOO much to all who have already supported us! Rise. Sing. SOAR!! http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/riseupproject/rise-up-project

Produce an album/DVD with 400 elementary students. Sell album to support our music program and inspire other schools to do the same.

06/17/2013

99%!!!!!!!!!!!!! Today is the day! We are going to pass our goal today I just know it! Those that know me well know I spend my summers raising money for the disease that took my mother's life (www.bar2barbara.com). I am literally leaving in an hour for the airport to fly home to Iowa to raise money for that cause for the next month. I went to bed last night feeling overwhelmed that Rise Up hadn't met goal yet and I need to start focusing on my Huntington's Disease event...worried about balancing the two things. I can not possibly express to you how much it means to me that now this morning we are nearly funded....... Annnnnnnnd literally as I type this update we are over $10K. God bless all of you. So. Freaking. Awesome. Excuse me while I bawl my eyes out. XOXO http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/riseupproject/rise-up-project

I remember not so many moons ago when my girls were young and it wasn't uncommon that a day would start off with screami...
06/17/2013

I remember not so many moons ago when my girls were young and it wasn't uncommon that a day would start off with screaming and tears (can you say Terrible Twos?). That generally meant it was going to be a very long day, lol. Most of you parents can probably relate to that chapter of parenthood. :) Well, today my day started with screaming and tears but for a much different reason. I woke up to see this on our Kickstarter campaign. Screaming, clapping, dancing, and tears of joy! I am beside myself happy....WE ARE DOING THIS! You guys are INCREDIBLE!! THANK YOU SO MUCH! 13 more days and under $1000 to go. We've got this! http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/riseupproject/rise-up-project

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