We believe everyone deserves orchestra seats
Are you a classical musician?
The only program designed for K-12 musicians to earn service hours, lead student government, fundraise for the arts, and achieve national service awards—all through one streamlined platform.
Mission Statement
Volunteer Musicians for the Arts, supported by The VMA Foundation, empowers the next generation of classical artists to lead through service, inspire through performance, and build stronger communities through music — strengthened by hands-on, student-led, and community-centered fundraising.
Make an Impact
Bring joy and inspiration to people who might not otherwise experience live classical music.
One-of-a-Kind Opportunity
Be part of an initiative that recognizes your classical music studies as essential community service hours.
Take Action
How You Can Get Involved
The VMA is the only K-12 program that transforms musical practice into community impact through a unique, student-led ecosystem:
• Perform & Lead Anywhere Perform at official Boston VMA events or launch your own school-based club anywhere in the USA. Students grow through our student government and lead mission-driven fundraising to ensure everyone deserves orchestra seats.
• 30-Second Teacher Verification We respect your teacher’s time. Teachers do not need to attend performances. Families simply upload a photo or video, and private teachers provide a 30-second digital sign-off on the student's preparation and mission-aligned service.
• National Recognition Every mission-aligned performance and leadership hour is tracked through our platform, qualifying students for National Service Awards and verified volunteer credits that stand out on college applications.
• Eliminating Administrative Friction: We are the only program specifically designed to remove the administrative burdens that often bog down classical music outreach. With no membership fees, a streamlined verification process, and free monthly virtual workshops, we make it easy for students to focus on service as they earn their way into governing the Junior Program’s future.
