BIOGRAPHY

Founded in 2013, Sound Impact (SI) is a collective of musicians dedicated to connecting, engaging and empowering youth beyond the concert hall through performances and education programs. Its mission is underpinned by the belief that music has the ability to ignite positive social change when employed as a tool for community engagement. SI reaches over 10,000 young people annually through programs including in-school education concerts, classroom curriculum, interactive workshops, a virtual education series, innovative ukulele training, incarcerated youth residencies, international festivals, and cultural exchange opportunities.

SI boasts a varied roster of renowned musicians who perform regularly with the National Symphony Orchestra, Washington Ballet, Washington National Opera and Wolf Trap Opera. Each project brings together a unique team of musical ambassadors. 

SI is proud to partner with the Alexandria City Public Schools, DC Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services, Funsincopa (Panama), George Mason University, Hylton Performing Arts Center, Midori & Friends (NY), Mothers of Northern Arlington, Music at Kohl Mansion (CA), National Orchestral Institute + Festival, National Symphony Orchestra, Orange County Public Schools (VA), Roanoke Symphony Orchestra, San Benito Arts Council and SIFAIS (Costa Rica).