Kidznotes

Kidznotes Kidznotes catalyzes social change through free ensemble music education
to K-12 students in Durham NC

Inspired by the “El Sistema” model of youth orchestras, Kidznotes catalyzes social change by providing comprehensive music education, leadership opportunities, and character-building experiences free of charge to children with the fewest resources and the greatest need. Students attending Durham Public Schools, Wake County Public Schools and several public charter schools in the North Carolina Tri

angle area who qualify for federal or reduced lunch are the primary participants in the Kidznotes program. During the 2020-21 school year and in the midst of pandemic, Kidznotes matriculated 279 students in programming from Title I schools in Durham, Southeast Raleigh and East Wake County, with two additional pre-K classes in Chapel Hill-Carrboro City schools.

Join us in wishing Aubrey the best in her newest adventure. We greatly appreciate her work as Program Director for the l...
06/05/2026

Join us in wishing Aubrey the best in her newest adventure. We greatly appreciate her work as Program Director for the last three years and we'll miss her dearly! Aubrey, thank you for caring so much about our students each and every day.

Our search for the next dedicated program director is underway. If you or someone you know would be a good fit for Kidznotes, visit kidznotes.org/jobs for how to apply.
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Únanse a nosotros para desearle a Aubrey lo mejor en su nueva aventura. Agradecemos enormemente su labor como Directora de Programas durante los últimos tres años, ¡y la extrañaremos muchísimo! Aubrey, gracias por preocuparte tanto por nuestros estudiantes, día tras día.

Ya está en marcha la búsqueda de nuestro próximo y dedicado Director de Programas. Si tú, o alguien que conoces, encajaría bien en Kidznotes, visita kidznotes.org/jobs para saber cómo postularte.

Kidznotes is proud to be a recipient of a MetLife Foundation Community Impact Grant. This support strengthens our work i...
06/03/2026

Kidznotes is proud to be a recipient of a MetLife Foundation Community Impact Grant. This support strengthens our work in Durham, helping us provide young musicians with access to instruments, teaching artists, ensemble experiences, and the kind of joyful, consistent music education that builds confidence on and off the stage.

Thank you, Foundation, for investing in community-centered programs like Kidznotes and in the students who make our work so meaningful.

Kidznotes se enorgullece de ser beneficiario de una subvención Community Impact de MetLife Foundation. Este apoyo fortalece nuestro trabajo en Durham, ayudándonos a brindar a jóvenes músicos acceso a instrumentos, artistas docentes, experiencias en conjunto y el tipo de educación musical alegre y constante que desarrolla confianza dentro y fuera del escenario.

Gracias, Foundation, por invertir en programas centrados en la comunidad como Kidznotes y en los estudiantes que hacen que nuestro trabajo sea tan significativo.

Every month  chooses a non-profit as part of their Stronger Together series and we're honored to be their June pick! Tha...
06/01/2026

Every month chooses a non-profit as part of their Stronger Together series and we're honored to be their June pick! Thanks, Pure Barre! Visit their studio to take a free class and learn how you can support Kidznotes.

Cada mes, elige una organización sin fines de lucro como parte de su serie Stronger Together, ¡y nos sentimos honrados de ser su selección de junio! ¡Gracias, Pure Barre! Visita su estudio para tomar una clase gratuita y aprender cómo puedes apoyar a Kidznotes.

Did you know our piano program is sponsored by Keys For Kids was established by NC-native Ben Folds and helps provide le...
05/29/2026

Did you know our piano program is sponsored by Keys For Kids was established by NC-native Ben Folds and helps provide lessons to students and little to no cost. Ben Folds has a concert in Raleigh at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts in Raleigh on May 30 benefitting Keys for Kids. It's not too late to grab your ticket and enjoy live music while supporting a good cause! Visit https://www.martinmariettacenter.com/events/detail/ben-folds-a-piano-tour to get your tickets!

¿Sabías que nuestro programa de piano está patrocinado por ? Keys for Kids fue establecido por Ben Folds, nativo de Carolina del Norte, y ayuda a proporcionar lecciones a los estudiantes y con poco o ningún costo. Ben Folds tiene un concierto en Raleigh en el el 30 de mayo en beneficio de Keys for Kids. ¡No es demasiado tarde para tomar su boleto y disfrutar de música en vivo mientras apoya una buena causa! ¡Visita https://www.martinmariettacenter.com/events/detail/ben-folds-a-piano-tour para conseguir tus entradas!

Did you know Kidznotes is a member organization of El Sistema USA (ESUSA)? Here are 5 fun facts about this amazing partn...
05/28/2026

Did you know Kidznotes is a member organization of El Sistema USA (ESUSA)? Here are 5 fun facts about this amazing partner:

1️⃣ ESUSA provides resources, training, funding, student opportunities, and more to El Sistema inspired youth music programs across the country just like Kidznotes.
2️⃣ Founding executive director Katie Wyatt supported the early leadership of ESUSA right here in Durham!
3️⃣ All member programs are inspired by El Sistema which began in Venezuela in 1975 with the mission of creating high-quality accessible music education for students. Bonus fun fact: one famous El Sistema alumnus is LA Philharmonic Music & Artistic Director Gustavo Dudamel!
4️⃣ ESUSA supports 150 programs, 6k teaching artists, and 30k students across the USA in 34 states!
5️⃣ Kidznotes alumni have served as ESUSA Fellows, Student Ambassadors, participated in performances at Ravinia in Chicago and more!

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¿Sabías que Kidznotes es una organización miembro de El Sistema USA (ESUSA)? Aquí tienes 5 datos curiosos sobre este increíble socio:

1️⃣ ESUSA proporciona recursos, capacitación, financiamiento, oportunidades para los estudiantes y mucho más a programas de música juvenil inspirados en El Sistema —tal como Kidznotes— en todo el país.
2️⃣ ¡La directora ejecutiva fundadora, Katie Wyatt, apoyó el liderazgo inicial de ESUSA justo aquí en Durham!
3️⃣ Todos los programas miembros se inspiran en El Sistema, el cual comenzó en Venezuela en 1975 con la misión de crear una educación musical accesible y de alta calidad para los estudiantes. Dato curioso adicional: ¡un exalumno famoso de El Sistema es el director musical y artístico de la Filarmónica de Los Ángeles, Gustavo Dudamel!
4️⃣ ¡ESUSA apoya a 150 programas, 6.000 artistas docentes y 30.000 estudiantes en todo EE. UU., abarcando 34 estados!
5️⃣ ¡Los exalumnos de Kidznotes han servido como becarios (Fellows) y embajadores estudiantiles de ESUSA, han participado en presentaciones en Ravinia (Chicago) y mucho más!

Taking today to remember and honor those who have served. Wishing you a Memorial Day filled with gratitude and community...
05/25/2026

Taking today to remember and honor those who have served. Wishing you a Memorial Day filled with gratitude and community!

Tomando hoy para recordar y honrar a quienes han servido. ¡Les deseo un Día de los Caídos lleno de gratitud y comunidad!

Thank you to  for your continued support of Kidznotes and for helping amplify the power of music education across our co...
05/22/2026

Thank you to for your continued support of Kidznotes and for helping amplify the power of music education across our community. Your partnership helps create opportunities for young musicians to grow in confidence, creativity, and connection through music. We’re grateful to have champions like you investing in the next generation of artists and leaders. 🎶💙



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Gracias a The Classical Station por su continuo apoyo a Kidznotes y por ayudar a amplificar el poder de la educación musical en toda nuestra comunidad. Su colaboración ayuda a crear oportunidades para que los jóvenes músicos crezcan en confianza, creatividad y conexión a través de la música. Estamos agradecidos de contar con defensores como ustedes, que invierten en la próxima generación de artistas y líderes.

Friendly reminder that Nucleo registration is open! Your kids will enjoy moments like these and so much more. Questions?...
05/21/2026

Friendly reminder that Nucleo registration is open! Your kids will enjoy moments like these and so much more. Questions? Visit kidznotes.org/nucleo or DM us!

¡Recordatorio amistoso de que la inscripción para Nucleo ya está abierta! Sus hijos disfrutarán de momentos como estos y mucho más. ¿Preguntas? Visite kidznotes.org/nucleo o envíenos un mensaje directo.

We're kicking off a new series! Summer's almost here, but learning never stops. Each week, we'll be sharing five fun fac...
05/20/2026

We're kicking off a new series! Summer's almost here, but learning never stops. Each week, we'll be sharing five fun facts on different music-related topics and why you should join the Kidznotes family! Registration is open now at kidznotes.org/nucleo!
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¡Comenzamos una nueva serie! El verano ya casi está aquí, pero el aprendizaje nunca se detiene. Cada semana compartiremos cinco datos curiosos sobre diferentes temas relacionados con la música, ¡y las razones por las que deberías unirte a la familia de Kidznotes! ¡Las inscripciones ya están abiertas en kidznotes.org/nucleo!

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1309 Halley Street
Durham, NC
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