Coachella Valley Youth On Stage

Every young musician deserves a stage and a *mentor* who listens.

The Sunset Music and Education Foundation eliminates financial barriers by pairing underserved Coachella Valley students side-by-side with working professional musicians.

By the numbers

Tangible access across the valley

450+

instruments placed

$120k

student scholarships

35+

concerts produced

The SMARTS Initiative

Three pillars of youth development

Sharing Music, Accessing Resources, Transforming Students through comprehensive support.

Access
Guidance
Performance

Instrument lending

Professional masterclasses

Side-by-side stages

Quality instruments placed directly in the hands of students who need them most, maintained and cared for year-round.

Intensive workshops and soundchecks led by working artists who share real-world technique and career awareness.

Real concert experience sharing the spotlight with seasoned professionals in vibrant local venues.

Live concert series

Elevating underrepresented voices

Intergenerational Showcase

Mentors and students sharing the same bill, bridging musical legacies and fostering deep community connection.

Desert Twilight Sessions

A curated seasonal series celebrating women musicians, artists of color, and LGBTQ+ performers across diverse musical traditions.

Join us in shaping the valley's musical rhythm

Sponsor an instrument, apply for mentorship, or attend our next community concert.