About the Project

The Castle Rock Orff Orchestra project will bring a lasting, inclusive music program to Castle Rock Elementary, a small school in rural Northern California. Building on the success of recent student performances, the initiative will provide a range of accessible instruments—including Orff instruments, Boomwhackers, and guitars—to help students in grades TK–8 gain hands-on experience in music. The program emphasizes equity by giving all students, many from low-income families without access to instruments at home, the opportunity to learn and perform. Music will be integrated across the school through performances, electives, and workshops, promoting confidence, academic growth, and community engagement. Designed to be sustainable and aligned with the school’s collaborative culture, the project aims to create a long-term foundation for musical expression, inclusion, and student pride.