(Three Oaks, MI) - An organizational duet is collaborating to provide opportunities for northwest Indiana music students.

 

The School of American Music in Three Oaks, Michigan is a popular destination for aspiring musicians. The school vows to keep tuition low, if not free, by offering scholarships. But sometimes applicants from Indiana don’t qualify because they’re from out of state. Two area organizations have stepped up to fix that problem.

 

The La Porte Service League is now processing tuition assistance for northwest Indiana youth who want to learn at the School of American Music. Since its founding in 1932, LaPorte Service League has supported arts, culture and education projects with programming and scholarships. School of American Music Executive Director Donna M. Mitchell is thankful for the partnership. “We are proud to be able to make connections," she said, "which will ensure that the mission of both School of American Music and LaPorte Service League are lived out in real time and service.”

 

Service League is teaming up with Drew’s Gift of Music, another area music not-for-profit, which provides instruments for young musicians and music programs. Check Steck is the group's local contact. “The partnership SAM has established with LaPorte Service League," he said, "provides the missing link we need to ensure that we can service music students of all ages and all locations in our region regardless of economic restraints.”

 

To take advantage of the “border-free” tuition promise, follow these steps:

1. Apply for music instruction at https://www.schoolofamericanmusic.com/      
2. NW Indiana residents apply at LaPorte Service League    https://www.laporteserviceleague.com/
3. For more about Drew’s Gift of Music: https://www.drewsgiftofmusic.com/