APPLY FOR THE 2023-2024 INSTRUMENTS FOR YOUNG LIVES PROGRAM
Eligibility is limited to classical instrumentalists (ages 8 thru 18) who have not yet entered their senior high school year during the academic year 2022-2023. Applicants must be U.S. citizens. Applicants must be interested in pursuing their music education, performing community outreach, and demonstrate:
Exceptional musical talent
Unmet financial need
Solid academic achievement
Discipline in their music education
Strength of character
about
The El Paso Society for Musicians of the Future (EPSMF) is committed to inspiring the community in music and education. EPSMF strives to reach young people with potential and commitment to their natural gifts and musical aptitudes. The Instruments for Young Lives program is designed to assist talented young musicians with unmet financial need. Students are selected to receive a step-up musical instrument to support their talent and music education. The gifts of musical instruments through the Instruments for Young Lives program are one-time awards to recipients. Recipients will become participants in the EPSMF outreach and community leadership programs.
2023 IYL PROGRAM RECIPIENTS
Alexa Ortiz-Hernandez El Dorado High School Bb clarinet
2022 IYL PROGRAM RECIPIENTS
Luis Flores-Trejo Ysleta High School flute
2021 IYL PROGRAM RECIPIENTS
Hannia Jiménez Coronado High School flute
Christian Chaparro Ysleta Middle School oboe
2020 IYL PROGRAM RECIPIENTS
Javier Barraza San Elizario High School flute
Andrew Griñé Coronado High School double bass
Johanna Romero Anthony Middle School flute