Mission & Values

Young Musicians of Baltimore is dedicated to transforming lives through music by providing dynamic musical experiences and creating community committed to artistic excellence.

We promote understanding through adventuresome programming that reflects the diverse musical traditions, talents, and voices at the forefront of the music world today.

We believe that musical talent transcends the bounds of socio-economic status and are committed to making music available to all, regardless of cultural, geographic or financial considerations.

We foster inclusion in the arts by ensuring that all qualified musicians have access to high-quality musical training, advancement, and performance opportunities regardless of socio-economic circumstances.


Goals

  • offer access to high-level music training and performance opportunities;

  • develop technical, interpretive, listening and performance skills;

  • promote the development of creative workforce skills such as teamwork, empathy, discipline, and respect;

  • create community among professional musicians who are dedicated to educating the next generation of musicians from the Baltimore area;

  • supplement music programs in schools and communities; and

  • engage and build audiences by providing affordable, accessible cultural enrichment.