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ICYMI: How does music play a role in building self-confidence and fostering collective creativity when moving schools? 💭 In this blog, our Regional Producer, Sooree Pillay, shares more on how our Horizons project supports the primary to secondary transition in #MusicEducation. Read the full post here: https://lnkd.in/e5BJ32QZ

It strikes me that it shouldn't take four months to complete due diligence for payments relating to a chamber orchestra based in London. If we're supposed to operate a risk-based approach, you'd have to wonder how long a human rights charity would wait for its due diligence to be considered up to par. If possible, all of these organisations should have back up bank accounts to prevent this sort of harm— but that's bloody hard because so many banks won't allow charities to onboard at all. I reckon a return to the basics of 'think like a criminal' would help us a lot in formulating true risk-based approaches. #financialcrime #antimoneylaundering #derisking #aml #fincrime https://lnkd.in/eS6EsShV

#APTipTuesday – Integrating music into your gala program adds fun, energy and entertainment value to the guest experience, and can also help inspire generosity. Here are three ideas for enhancing and elevating your program with music: 1. Use live music to help connect your guests with your mission. An inspiring song right before your fund-a-need can provide the right emotion to set the stage for generous giving. 2. Work with your AV partner to identify upbeat “walk-on” music to play as your speakers are entering the stage. 3. Identify a song that ties in with the theme of each of your live auction items. Playing a snippet of a song as each item is described is a great way to add playfulness and a little drama to your auction.     #AnnPlans #TipTuesday #NonprofitEvent #FundraisingEvent #CommunityEngagement #Philanthropy #EventPlanning 

For all my friends facing fiscal year end or tax season, here is my playlist that keeps me pumped up for the emotional rollercoaster that is audit time. Please note that not all lyrics are office appropriate. #music #audit #taxseason #fiscalyearend #nonprofit #charity #charityfinance #finance #tax

This article really moved me as I love to hear and watch a brass band. If you can help by donating or booking them for a kick here is the link in the comments section.

Be wary of ticket fraud There’s been lots in the news about fans losing out money for concert tickets over scams. Last year more than 8,700 people reported that they'd been a victim of ticket fraud, losing a total of £6.7 million. As we’re approaching the festivals and summer concerts season, it’s important that you protect yourself from losing out money and missing out on an event you’re looking forward to. We can help you understand your consumer rights, how you can buy event tickets online safely and what to do if you need a refund. Check our advice on event tickets. https://lnkd.in/eqs2mx7e

Danny Kean story here, nearly 40 years of free music for all, read below and support if you can: On the road for almost 40 years, the same pickup truck with a piano in the back shared freely with everyone. After 20 years as a fee based performance vehicle, for the last 18 years the Traveling Piano has been operating with no fees, tips or commercial affiliation... no hook and with nothing but with pure Musical Fun, Friendship and Respect through Empowerment and Inspiration. Piano Man Danny Kean with his first pup Bo-ner in spirit and now Traveling Piano pup Mo, they have been focused on community outreach and especially for those struggling in life. Over 100,000 people have been on the piano seat and all through one-on-one individual musical interactions. Having originated in Philadelphia, PA the Traveling Piano has established itself now as a Downtown Las Vegas for the last eight years. Travels have happened throughout the entire Northern Hemisphere of America. The journey has been blogged daily since 2006 on the Traveling Piano's website www.travelingpiano.com The Traveling Piano operates in the most simple way possible without financial reserves, obligations, expectations, salaries or self-serving agenda for attention. 100% of all contribution is put into the truck, work and equipment. Online fundraisers happen only when the situation becomes dire for truck and equipment needs. The act of not accepting contribution in person with the Traveling Piano experience keeps the agenda pure. It creates trust and opportunity for healing in vulnerable environments where communities are severely hurting from tragedy. Giving freely without an exchange leads to intimate and personal interactions of trust and is a huge aspect of why the Traveling Piano's work has been successful. Currently the Traveling Piano truck is in a dire situation. Funding is necessary in order to continue operation. Specifically, a new carburetor and brakes are needed and for the sake of present-ability, serious cosmetic work as in a paint job, new front window and a replacement dashboard to get the speedometer and emergency lights working. The heat is destroying the piano and its sound system and a backup keyboard and speaker is necessary. Over the years people have suggested a new vehicle. This will not work considering the Traveling Pianos unique life and deep emotional and personal history. Cleaning it up and restoring its parts is the only way to go. The world needs the Traveling Piano's mission of truth in spirit. It is a safe space with positive energy and love and lets not forget the fun for all who come in contact with it. We all need fun now especially, eh? Will you help keep it alive? Please contribute... again and again. Just once is great too! And please share this contribution link on your social media and in groups. Spotfund: https://lnkd.in/e54Ra5hk Website: https://lnkd.in/ecXeC6Ji Venmo: Dan Kean @travelingpiano

How Charity Events Can Boost Your Music Career Learn how participating in charity events can open doors for musicians. Discover the benefits of giving back and how it can lead to paid gigs and increased recognition. Be unique, memorable, and make a difference in your music career. #CharityEvents #MusicCareer #GigsOpportunities #GivingBack #Musicians #SuccessTips #Networking #CommunityBuilding #CareerGrowth #MusicIndustry

Un-numbered Jazz for Peace Grant FAQ: (So obvious we didn’t even give it a number) QUESTION: Do I need ANY money whatsoever to obtain a grant from Jazz for Peace? ANSWER: You do not have to have any money whatsoever to obtain a grant from Jazz for Peace. Just follow the three easy steps like all of the other wonderful causes, organizations, non-profits and artistic individuals that we have already assisted. Do you have any more questions? You will find them answered in this NEW Rick DellaRatta Performance/Interview!!! https://lnkd.in/e5StJ7-i

In 2021, Lytton, an entire town in my home province of British Columbia burned to char and cinders as a result of climate impacts. Like Lahaina, gone. I love Maui with all my heart, have friends there and have been there - and Lahaina - many times. And because I truly love Maui, I know not to travel there now or soon. (Just as I didn’t during COVID when Hawaiians pleaded with people to stay away.) Resources in Maui right now must be dedicated to helping displaced families and people. Tourists, despite the fact that businesses are offering, say $10 donations per $$$$$ room to non-Hawaiian-based fundraisers or taking tours out into waters still lined with belongings, now is not the time to travel there. And businesses, there are infinitely better ways to demonstrate support. Take a beat, and ASK 👏🏼 THE 👏🏼LOCALS👏🏼 on whose lands you operate how you can best help them. And you know how you can donate $10? By donating $10 to any of these causes linked here. You can help by staying away, and, like all good visitors should - respecting local wishes. Right now, Maui does not want you. And that is their right.