Musicians at Play

03/28/2026

🎧 Film scoring requires a different kind of listening.

During the RISE sessions, students learned how professional musicians record music for film, TV, and video games — a process that requires precision, flexibility, and teamwork.

Recording cues, following click tracks, and adapting quickly are all part of the studio experience.

Skills like these prepare young musicians for careers in the modern recording industry.

03/26/2026

🎉 A big thank you to the incredible Musicians at Play team!

From planning to ex*****on, your dedication and hard work make programs like RISE 2026 possible. Every rehearsal, every recording session, and every mentorship moment is a testament to your commitment to nurturing young talent and keeping music alive in Southern California and beyond. 💙

We’re so proud to celebrate another successful project and can’t wait to see what comes next!

03/26/2026

Making RISE 2026 possible. 🤩

The RISE Film Scoring Orchestra is proudly supported by:
• Netflix’s Fund for Creative Equity
• National Endowment for the Arts
• Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture
• The Office of Kristen Sakoda
• The Office of Supervisor Kathryn Barger

Their commitment helps create meaningful pathways for underrepresented young musicians pursuing careers in the entertainment industry.

Through this support, students gain access to mentorship, professional training, and real-world recording experiences in a world-class studio environment.

Want to support us too? Visit musiciansatplay.org/give to make a one-time or monthly gift. Every dollar goes directly toward programs that nurture talent, build community, and keep music alive in Southern California and beyond. 💛

03/24/2026

✨ A moment worth celebrating.

After weeks of preparation and two full days in the studio, the RISE 2026 musicians came together to create something truly special.

Experiences like this inspire young artists to imagine new possibilities for their future in music.

Thank you to every student, mentor, and partner who helped make RISE 2026 an unforgettable journey.

03/19/2026

Learning from the best. 🎻

Our RISE mentors are professional musicians from the Hollywood Studio Symphony Orchestra who generously shared their knowledge and experience.

From virtual coaching sessions to sitting side-by-side with students in the studio, these artists helped guide the next generation of film musicians.

Their mentorship is what makes the RISE experience truly special!

03/17/2026

We’re thrilled to celebrate Maestro Anthony Parnther for his outstanding work conducting the score of Sinners, which took home the Oscar for Best Original Score! 🏆🎶

Please join us in congratulating Maestro Parnther on this incredible achievement. It is an honor to have him collaborating with the Musicians at Play Foundation community.

03/12/2026

Collaboration at the heart of RISE. 🤝

Throughout the program, students worked closely with professional mentors who shared their experience from the film scoring world.

From virtual coaching sessions to in-studio collaboration, these moments of guidance help bridge the gap between education and the professional music industry.
Mentorship makes all the difference!

Learn more about us at www.musiciansatplay.org.

03/10/2026

The heart of RISE: our students. 🌟

This year’s RISE program brought together 63 talented musicians from Southern California and across the country.

A majority of our participants are Black, Latine, and ethnically diverse musicians, reflecting the incredible range of voices shaping the future of music and film. Each student earned their place through auditions and weeks of preparation with their mentors.

The future of music is bright — and we have proof. 🎶

03/07/2026

🎬 A dream recording space.

RISE participants had the rare opportunity to record at the Eastwood Scoring Stage at Warner Bros. Studios — one of Hollywood’s most iconic scoring stages.
This is where countless film scores have come to life.

For many students, it was their first time experiencing a professional recording session, learning how orchestras record music for film with click tracks, engineers, and producers.

Moments like this are possible thanks to the support of our community and partners who believe in creating opportunities for young musicians.

Visit musiciansatplay.org/give to make a one-time or monthly gift. Every dollar goes directly toward programs that nurture talent, build community, and keep music alive in Southern California and beyond. 💙

03/06/2026

✨ What happens when young musicians meet Hollywood?

The RISE Film Scoring Orchestra 2026 brought together 63 talented musicians ages 14–27 to experience what it’s like to record a film score in a world-class studio.

Through the Musicians at Play Career Pathways Apprenticeship Program, students collaborated with professional studio musicians and mentors while recording at the legendary Eastwood Scoring Stage at Warner Bros. Studios.

Under the direction of Music Director and Conductor Anthony Parnther, and Assistant Conductor Raphaela Lacerda, participants stepped into the real world of film scoring.

And this year’s program was extra special — celebrating America’s 250th anniversary with music by American composers. 🇺🇸

Stay tuned as we share moments from this incredible experience!

12/02/2025

Support Music in Schools This Giving Tuesday -

This Giving Tuesday, empower the next generation of young musicians. Your gift to Musicians at Play directly supports TK-12 students by providing instruments, music books, and lessons led by our professional studio musicians.  Your generosity fuels high-quality, inclusive music eduction across Burb...