Ten years ago, I founded the Volunteer Musicians for the Arts because there were, and surely still are, too many exceptionally gifted, classically trained musicians who can make a real difference in this world.

Everyone needs a place to call home, and I envisioned an organization comprised of top-notch volunteers, gifted and good-willed in nature; an organization that could serve as a lightning rod, galvanizing musicians who could offer more than words ever will.

The Volunteer Musicians for the Arts is for everyone who wants to dip their toes into the waters of classical performance outreach; banding together under one proverbial roof; bettering themselves in a noble pursuit; and in so doing, awakening their soul.

When I was a senior in high school, I performed at a nursing home for community service. Never did I think, decades later, I’d be creating opportunities for the next generation of musicians to do the same.

When you support the VMA, you’re supporting our growing network of world class mentors and Junior Program members of all household income levels.

There’s an audience in need in every state of this great country, and with every Junior member comes the promise of a brighter tomorrow. Let’s get to work and keep lighting up the world with our song.

With gratitude, many blessings, and the fervent wish that we may travel this journey together.

Jonathan

— Jonathan Yasuda, Founder & Director of the Volunteer Musicians for the Arts, Inc.