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- EIN 47-4040467
- (434) 242-7012
- 221 E Water St Charlottesvle VA 22902-5237 USA
- www.frontporchcville.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Arts & Culture, Music
Mission: Inspired by the rich musical heritage of
Programs: Provide music education and dance instruction in the folk arts of appalachia and central virginia. The front porch provides individual and group instruction to all ages in a variety of classes including old time music ensemble, african drumming, folk dancing, bluegrass ensemble, songwriting, intro to fiddle, banjo, guitar, and ukulele. Private instruction was offered in guitar, ukulele, banjo, dulcimer, fiddle, and mandolin. Approximately 250 students ranging in age from 6 to 79 participated in classes taught by 20 instructors wo are respected professional musicians in the community. Over 1500 private and group lessons were taught throughout 2016. The front porch also employs an administrator based with overseeing the scheduling aspects of the organization and a part time front desk assistant.
sponsor events with the primary goal of community building and raising the level of awareness of the historical significance and role of roots music in our area. Music was provided by local bands, front porch teachers and students.
bring together people of diverse backgrounds through additional events, partnerships, and educational opportunities focused around music and dance. Front porch provides workshops and free weekly jams which help to forge meaningful relationships between musicians of all ages and abilities. Revenues from these programs are used to fund charitable efforts.