The Heart of Craft Your Music
Welcome to the CYM Partner community—a network of organizations, initiatives, researchers, artists, and advocates using music to strengthen communities. Each Partner brings a distinct perspective, whether through education, research, performances, wellness, community programs, or opportunities that help people connect with music in meaningful ways.
Explore the people and organizations whose work resonates with you. Learn about their programs, community impact, and the ways they collaborate with CYM to expand access, spark curiosity, and create positive change through music.
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Dr. Jennifer Blackwell, PhD.
Dr. Jennifer Blackwell, a Craft Your Music Community Partner, is a musician, educator, and researcher…
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Free the Music
Hudson Colletti founded Free the Music, a Craft Your Music partner that places donated, artist-painted…
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Perfectly Polite
Modern etiquette instruction that helps young musicians build confidence and professional presence.
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Ruan
Ruan is an active Violin and Viola teacher, having a bachelor’s degree in music education…
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The Jazz Workshop, Inc.
Dr. Jacqueline “Jaki” Young leads The Jazz Workshop, Inc., a Pittsburgh nonprofit bringing jazz education…
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Victoria McGinnis
Victoria, Founder and Program Advisor of Craft Your Music, trains students to connect music, medicine,…
