Join the San Diego Youth Symphony and its Chimes early childhood music program for a fun, interactive, performance-filled picnic fundraiser and support early childhood music scholarships for families. You can make a difference by giving young children the opportunity to learn through music! Join us for "Picnic with a Purpose," a fun-filled, interactive afternoon featuring music and activities from San Diego Youth Symphony's "Chimes" early childhood music program. Bring your own chair or blanket and enjoy gourmet picnic snacks, entertainment, and performances. Ticket purchases and additional donations will benefit the “Kids Learning Through Music” M. Adler Lindberg Family scholarship fund, which provides music learning opportunities for young children through SDYS’ Chimes program. === Chimes (Childhood Introduction to Music Education, with Smiles) is an SDYS program that highlights one of the most integral phases of child growth and development: the period of growth that takes place from birth to age 5. Chimes classes, for children ages 0-5 and their parents/caregivers, provide meaningful music-making experiences that strengthen family connections and enhance early growth and development. Children develop musical motor skills through singing, movement, rhythm activities, hands-on instrument play, and exposure to a variety of orchestra instruments and genres of music. The program is specifically designed to create pathways for children to participate in ensemble-based programs for youth. Learn more at sdys.org/chimes-picnic.
