About Practicing Musician
Founded in Seattle, Washington, Practicing Musician is a pioneering social purpose corporation transforming music education through innovative online platforms and services. Our mission is to empower and collaborate with music educators, students, parents, and artists to create and provide accessible, high-quality music education to practicing musicians of all ages and skill levels.

Our Vision and Purpose
Born from the recognition that many people lack access to quality music education despite its well-documented benefits, Practicing Musician has evolved into a collaborative movement between individuals, organizations, and government entities. We believe that inclusive and diverse music education opportunities should be accessible to all practicing musicians everywhere, guided by our vision of "Everyone everywhere joyfully practicing music."

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Online Music Education
• Free access to our Fundamentals of Music Mastery methods for 15 instruments
• Over 3,500 video tutorials, sheet music, assignments, and assessments
• Complete curriculum for concert band and orchestral instruments:
  • Band: Alto Saxophone, Baritone/Euphonium, Clarinet, Flute, French Horn, Oboe, Percussion, Tenor Saxophone, Trombone, Trumpet, and Tuba
  • Orchestra: Cello, Upright Bass, Viola, and Violin
• Innovative Learning Solutions
• Fundraising tools and training, including booster club creation and financial management
• Free online courses and teaching tools for learners, teachers, and parents
• Affordable micro tutoring at 1/4 the cost of traditional private instruction
• Personalized mentorship programs for educators
• Integration of Model Cornerstone Assessments and National Core Arts Standards

Our Approach
We've revolutionized traditional music education by:

• Combining time-tested instrumental music education methods with current research on human learning
• Creating an intuitive learning management system perfect for self-paced learning
• Developing a micro tutoring model that provides one-on-one live expert feedback at an affordable price
• Incorporating technology effectively to enhance the learning experience

Organization Structure
Our organization operates through a unique collaborative model:

• A dedicated small staff operating as a social purpose corporation in Seattle
• A large network of volunteers working under our 501(c)(3) fiscal agent, The Field
• Independent partners and PM Artists operating autonomously but aligned with our mission
• Expert mentors including leading music education professionals

Commitment to Diversity and Access
We embody diversity, equity, inclusion, and access through:

• Crowdsourcing content from musicians and educators of diverse backgrounds
• Providing downloadable content for offline usage
• Maintaining a free, forever model for core educational resources
• Offering affordable micro tutoring options for one-on-one instruction
• Working with education standards leaders to ensure quality and accessibility

Standards and Quality Assurance
We maintain educational excellence by:

• Collaborating with leaders who developed the National Core Arts Standards
• Integrating Model Cornerstone Assessments directly into our method
• Providing ongoing peer review and refinement of content
• Working with experienced educators and professional musicians

Impact and Future Goals
Practicing Musician is committed to:

• Reaching 1 million students by 2025
• Expanding access to quality music education globally
• Continuously updating and improving our educational resources
• Building a supportive community of practicing musicians
• Fostering joy in musical learning and practice

Whether you're a teacher looking to enhance your classroom instruction, a parent seeking quality music education for your child, or an individual wanting to develop your musical abilities, Practicing Musician provides the tools, support, and community to help you succeed in your musical journey.

Contact us at [email protected] to learn more about how we can support your musical growth and education needs.