WHO ARE WE?
It all started as a small group of friends coming together and seeking support among fellow music students. We know how challenging it is to succeed in today’s world as a marimba player, and we want to help.
We are musicians, students, teachers, and office workers. We don’t just play the marimba; in fact, some of us don’t even play music right now. Each staff member is different in many ways, but we are all the same when it comes to our purpose: to inspire our marimba community locally and throughout the world.
WHY DO WE DO THIS?
We love the marimba and believe the instrument deserves more recognition among the general public. We also recognize the lack of accessible resources for marimba students and aspiring artists.
With many local schools offering percussion programs, there has been a surge in percussionists and marimba specialists. Most aspiring marimba players, however, don’t have many opportunities to grow professionally and connect with working marimba artists.
Our team seeks to bridge the gap by providing professional support to students and artists through our New Music projects, International Artist Competition, educational programs, and concert series. By inspiring and supporting marimba artists, we hope to share the beautiful warmth of the marimba to more and more people.
SCM Blog
Our Response to Recent Events
June 3, 2020
Looking Back on 2019: Remarkable and Memorable!
December 27, 2019
Celebrate the Season with Us: SCM Holiday Fundraising Concert on Dec. 14!
November 21, 2019
2019 IAC: A Participant’s Story
August 8, 2019
2019 International Artist Competition: That’s a Wrap!
June 19, 2019
SCM Presents: the 2019 International Artist Competition
November 20, 2018
~ MEET THE SCM TEAM ~
WANT TO GIVE US A HAND?
Every little bit goes a long way. As a nonprofit that relies entirely on community and volunteer efforts, we need your support to provide resources for the young marimba community and aid young artists in their professional growth.
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