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Adopt the Arts Brings Music Education to PSUSD Elementaries

September 10, 2024

The nonprofit organization founded by Matt Sorum and Jane Lynch will introduce music programming to local elementary schools beginning this year.

Image of PSUSD Superintendent Tony Signoret and Matt Sorum. Skyhawk Studio.

Collaborate Through Rhythm: Rock Icon Matt Sorum Brings Music Education to Palm Springs Unified Elementary Schools

August 23, 2024

Numerous global rock stars have become Coachella Valley residents, but one is taking his love for the desert a step further—by starting music-education programs for local elementary schools.

Image of Rosewood STEM Magnet Honor Choir.

Rosewood STEM Magnet Honor Choir, The Changels, at LA Fleet Week 2024

August 19, 2024

On Saturday, May 25th, The Changels honor choir from Rosewood STEM Magnet elementary school, under the musical direction of teacher Molly Shelby, performed several songs on the main stage at Los Angeles Fleet Week 2024.

Desert Local News: Ready, Set, Strum! Coachella Valley Schools Strike a Chord with Adopt the Arts’ New Pilot Program

August 16, 2024

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. —Get ready to groove, Coachella Valley! The 2024-2025 school year is about to hit a high note as elementary students across the valley embark on a musical journey like never before. Thanks to the dynamic collaboration between the Adopt the Arts Foundation and the Palm Springs Unified School District, a brand-new pilot program brings the magic of music to our classrooms.

Former Guns N’ Roses drummer Matt Sorum works with Palm Springs Unified on music program

August 14, 2024

When Palm Springs Unified School District Superintendent Tony Signoret was in college during the ’80s in Los Angeles, he saw Guns N’ Roses perform a concert before the iconic rock band signed a record contract. He was surprised last year during a cabinet meeting when he came across a proposal by the band’s former drummer Matt Sorum.

Image Showing: Adopt the Arts Matt Sorum and Teachers.

Adopt the Arts Foundation Announces Pilot Program, Brings Music Education and Resources to Elementary Schools in Coachella Valley

August 14, 2024

PALM SPRINGS, Calif., Aug. 12, 2024 – Elementary school students in Coachella Valley will kick off the 2024-2025 school year with more opportunities to learn and enhance their music education with the launch of a pilot program sponsored by Adopt the Arts Foundation in partnership with the Palm Springs Unified School District.