Black History Month in the Music Classroom
This month, our music teachers share how they explore social studies, culture, artists, and music in their classrooms through the celebration of Black History Month. Take an inside look at the ways our students learn about the contributions and sacrifices of Black Americans throughout history.
Spotlight on Vincent Womack,
Conductor & Music Professor
Vincent Womack, Conductor of the African American Chamber Music Society Orchestra & ETM-LA 2017 Shining Star Music Educator, believes in the "transformative power of practicing". We caught up with him to talk about the impact and life-changing benefits of music education.

"...there’s always a hill to climb, a quest to solve, and a mission to accomplish."
HBCU's Impact and Influence in Music Education
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have helped prepare these ETM-LA educators for their work in the music classroom and beyond.

In Fall 2022, we interviewed five ETM-LA Program Team members who are HBCU alumni representing five different universities - Grambling State University, Hampton University, Howard University, Lincoln University of Pennsylvania, and Xavier University of Louisiana. Our members share the impact and influence that attending an HBCU had on their development as a music educator.

Sponsor the 13th Annual
Music Unites the World Festival
The 13th Annual Music Unites the World Festival brings hundreds of music students, educators, and parents from across Los Angeles together for two days of multicultural music-making and community-building.

This family friendly event features live ETM-LA students performances, interactive music activities, and special guest artists and performers.

March 29-30, 2023
California State University, Los Angeles

Check out ETM-LA's celebration of Black History in music. This resource page includes lessons, interviews, and blog posts about Black educators, artists, and activists. Read More
(6 Minute Video)

See how Rio Vista Students (with ETM-LA Teacher Alum Mr. Lifland) applied their composition skills to Amanda Gorman’s inaugural poem “The Hill We Climb”. Watch Video

During this month of national reflection, The Guidance Center shares ways to commemorate Black history and culture. Read Now.

Two powerful earthquakes struck Turkey and Syria on Feb. 6, killing more than 46,000 people and injuring thousands more. The GlobalGiving Turkey and Syria Earthquake Relief Fund will provide emergency relief and fuel long-term recovery efforts in Turkey and Syria. Give Now.

February is National Cancer Prevention Month. The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) created a Cancer Prevention Quiz to test your knowledge and learn more about cancer risk reduction. Take the quiz.
Education Through Music-Los Angeles' mission is to provide and promote music as part of a well-rounded education for every child in order to enhance students' academic achievement, creativity, and overall development. We believe all students deserve equity and access to comprehensive music education.



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