Braddock World Music Program offers tuition-free world music instruction to 500+ students at LAUSD’s Braddock Drive Elementary School, a Title I school.
Classes include:
- Introduction to Instruments: students explore instruments and musical traditions from around the world through hands-on music-making, demonstrations, and guided instruction.
- Ukulele: students develop foundational music skills through ukulele instruction, including rhythm, melody, technique, ensemble playing, and basic music literacy.
- Mariachi: students develop foundational music skills through mariachi repertoire and ensemble practice, including instrumental technique, rhythm, melody, listening, and collaborative performance.
- World Music Survey: students explore musical traditions and instruments from around the world through lectures, demonstrations, active listening, and hands-on participation.
Classes run alongside the academic calendar.
Winter 2026 performance: December 18, time TBD
