Major Cords for Minors

Major Chords for Minors (MCFM) was created and founded to provide one-on-one music lessons on piano, guitar and drums to at-risk kids whose families cannot afford to give their children lessons. Their mission is to build better children through music and create a community where all children have access to growth through music and mentorship, regardless of their families’ economic circumstances. The program also has a performance band that plays at various events throughout the community, including Party on McCarty, the Saginaw Art Fair, and Friday Night Live.

I love music and playing music. I have been a band kid since middle school and play clarinet, guitar, drums, piano and accordion. I think that being in band gave me a sense of belonging in school and taught me the value of having to practice something to get better at it. When I heard about the opportunity to join the board of MCFM, I decided to get involved. I loved the organization’s mission and purpose. Playing an instrument is expensive so having the opportunity to have free lessons is incredible.

I joined the organization in April 2021, and I am the current board treasurer. Seeing the dedication of the founders, director, instructors and support staff is amazing. They all have a great passion for music but also want to see kids be successful and have the opportunity to grow through music.

I give back because I want all kids to have the same opportunities to learn and share their love of music and the arts.