Our mission

To enrich the lives of Truckee-Tahoe community members and to spread the joy of music through equitable access to music education programs.

Music scholarships

MusicWings creates educational opportunities for music students in need in the Truckee-Tahoe area. We provide scholarships for music lessons. MusicWings serves student populations that might not otherwise have access to individual music instruction.

Our philosophy

Music is essential to a well-rounded education. Learning to play an instrument gives students courage to do hard things. It’s connected to academic success and positive self-esteem. Music helps us become better listeners. It’s a language of theory, technical skill, and emotional expression. Music is laden with history. It offers perspectives on cultural values and ideas of belonging. Music is an invitation to think about our world differently, to make space for conversation, to blossom with creativity, and to connect with each other. MusicWings is committed to bringing music education to everyone.

Music in schools

MusicWings supports professional musicians and music educators to share their expertise, wisdom, and specialized knowledge in the form of masterclasses, presentations, and assemblies in our local schools. MusicWings also offers music education resources for teachers.

Background and Differentiators

MusicWings is a small local non-profit that was formed out of love and need for more music in the mountain community of Truckee and surrounding areas.

  • Founded in 2023 and non-profit status established

  • Board was formed

  • Raised nearly $10,000 in the first year through small fundraisers and direct donations

  • In our first year, we funded five scholarships for private music lessons, two band programs at Alder Creek Middle School and Truckee High School, and two community early childhood music education programs (including one program in Spanish), with more programming in the future.

MusicWings offers services that differ from other non-profits. This differentiation ensures that potential music needs or desires of our community can creatively be met.

  • MusicWings is attempting to reach all children regardless of age (babies, young children, teenagers, adults) in all types of musical education (early child education programs, private or group lessons at any of the music schools in the community, band and school programs, and all types of music instruction on any instrument).

  • The focus is solely on further advancement of equitable music education in our community.

  • The outreach is meant for a broader audience with support for all students, all schools, and all music-related programs in the community.

  • MusicWings has a team of ambassadors ready to meet the music needs of our community.

  • Scholarship funding is for groups and individuals.

  • Funding for music education is available directly to the schools.

  • MusicWings offers free public lectures by scholars about music in our world.

Testimonials

MusicWings funds a music class in Spanish offered to the community in partnership with KidZone. Below are comments from KidZone’s Nataly Zarate:

“I want to take a moment to express my sincere appreciation for the incredible partnership we have with Brooke Chabot and MusicWings. As the Community Advocate at KidZone Museum, I have the privilege of bringing the KidZone experience to the Family Room, a space dedicated to our youngest learners and their caregivers.

Brooke's presence during these outreach visits has been nothing short of magical. Her passion for music, coupled with her genuine love for children, transforms each session into a delightful and enriching experience. The interactive music classes she conducts with MusicWings have become a cherished addition to our outreach program.

What sets Brooke apart is her unwavering commitment to making every child feel special. From remembering their names to providing a variety of instruments and tools for exploration, she goes above and beyond to create a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere. The joy and excitement that fill the room during her sessions are palpable, creating lasting memories for both children and caregivers.

The positive energy and creativity Brooke brings to our outreach efforts have truly elevated the impact of the KidZone experience. We are grateful for her dedication to fostering a love for music and learning in the hearts of our community's youngest members.”