Our Country Needs You

In times of division and uncertainty, we often look to leaders, policies, and movements to bring us together. But today, I ask you to consider something different—something timeless, universal, and deeply human: music. More specifically, classical music.

Our country needs classical musicians not just in concert halls but in our communities, performing a vital public service. Imagine the impact of live classical music in hospitals, schools, and public spaces. Imagine veterans finding solace in a violin’s melody, children discovering inspiration through a symphony, or struggling communities feeling a sense of unity through a shared musical experience.

This is where you come in. Volunteer Musicians for the Arts was founded in 2012 because we believe everyone deserves orchestra seats. Our mission is to bring classical music beyond the concert hall and into the heart of our communities, ensuring that its beauty and power reach those who need it most.

Since 2003, every presidential administration has recognized outstanding volunteers with the President’s Volunteer Service Award, the nation’s highest honor for volunteerism. Volunteer Musicians for the Arts is a certifying organization partnered with AmeriCorps to award this prestigious honor to those who dedicate their time and talent to serving others through music. Let us continue this legacy of service, honor, and giving.

By joining us, you are not just playing music—you are changing lives. You are healing, inspiring, and uniting. The time to act is now.

Join Volunteer Musicians for the Arts and be a part of something greater. Together, we can create harmony—not just in music, but in our nation.