The VMA Foundation is excited to welcome Elizabeth “Liz” Payne to our Board of Directors this fall. Liz joins the VMA community with a strong professional background in finance, bringing experience as a CPA and financial consultant to the organization.

David Glushkov, a Newton native and rising junior at Commonwealth School in Boston, is someone whose life is shaped by two major passions: piano and fencing.

Yuna is an elementary school student at Florida Ruffin Ridley School in Brookline, Massachusetts, and a talented flutist who is already discovering how music can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Elle is a student at Mt. Everest Academy in San Diego, California, and she is already bringing a wonderful vision for music, service, and leadership to her community.

Stewardship is the second pillar of VMA. By participating in service initiatives, students learn that music can be used not only to serve others, but also to steward resources that strengthen communities and support those in need. Our shared impact model is built on a simple principle: we give what we can.

Stewardship is the second pillar of VMA. By participating in service initiatives, students learn that music can be used not only to serve others, but also to steward resources that strengthen communities and support those in need. Our shared impact model is built on a simple principle: we give what we can.

The Cynthia Yasuda Annual Giving Society recognizes individuals and families whose annual generosity sustains the mission of the VMA Foundation. Named in honor of our founding Board Secretary, Cynthia Yasuda, the Society celebrates her lifelong commitment to compassion, service, and the belief that every person has the capacity to make a positive difference in the lives of others.

The VMA Foundation's signature experience for high school students extends far beyond performing outreach concerts. It's what happens between the concerts—the one-hour Virtual Leadership Workshops and the special projects students develop—that truly shapes them as leaders.

"The secret of change is to focus all of your energy not on fighting the old, but on building the new." — Socrates

"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has" - Margaret Mead

It’s really cool to meet new members like Maggie a few time zones away based out in Idaho. As a rising freshman and violinist, she’s genuinely interested in learning more about what the Junior Program is all about.

Welcome! If we haven’t met to discuss an outreach plan for your child, please register and join a virtual Family Orientation. These relaxed, Q&A-style sessions are held every two weeks on Wednesday evenings from 6:30–7:30 PM EST. High schoolers are encouraged to attend with their parents.

“As Election Committee Chair, I want to remind each of you that the VMA Board of Directors will be looking to our newly elected student leaders to demonstrate their readiness to serve in the months ahead. This summer will be an opportunity for each leader to earn the confidence of the Board through action and show how they will contribute to the growth and success of our organization.”

We welcome a new chapter of the VMA taking form in the Cornhusker State.

MTNA (Music Teachers National Association) Business Resources Coordinator, Karen Thickstun, interviewed VMA for their Business Digest national publication.

We've got 2 venues reserved on Sunday afternoon, 6/28 in Needham, MA: One Wingate Way, and 4pm at North Hill. Register as a solo student performer or student club/group for our summer outreach concerts. Final concert assignments will be confirmed after registration closes. You must be a Junior Program member to perform in VMA concerts. Registration closes June 1. Reach out with any questions!