ABOUT
WHO ARE WE?
Founded in February 2008, the Scarborough Society of Musicians is a non-profit organization aimed at providing post-secondary school students who are not pursuing professional studies in music, an environment to continue developing and exploring their talents.
WHY ARE WE HERE?
Our mission is simple: to keep music alive. The Scarborough Society of Musicians is unique in that it caters to those who would like to be involved in music, but who may lack the time or competitiveness when compared with full-time music students and professional musicians. Although there are large numbers of students who are involved in high school music education programs, very few go on to pursue music in their post-secondary endeavours. Thus the musical experiences of many students end after graduating from secondary school.
OUR GOALS?
(a) to extend the high school musical experience by creating an environment where post-secondary students currently not studying music can continue to enjoy the benefits of participating in musical ensembles;
(b) to advocate the benefits and importance of music education and appreciation for the arts;
(c) and to develop a connection between the youth and the community through music.
A MESSAGE FROM THE FOUNDING DIRECTORS
Music has always played an influential role in our lives, from the time we started to tap keys on the piano to the many memories we share at music camp during our years in high school. Although not all of us have gone on to study music in our post-secondary endeavours, we have tried our best to continue music in some way, shape or form. Knowing firsthand how music education has positively impacted our lives, we decided to start an alumni concert band for all high school music graduates who are interested in joining us. We hope that this will encourage those who wouldn’t otherwise to have a chance to keep doing what they have always loved—making music—in a friendly environment with other like-minded individuals. We also hope to strengthen the support for music education by creating a network of high school music graduates who exemplify how making music makes us all more well-rounded and successful individuals.
Natalie Chan
Fabian Chiu
Matthew Lowe
Jacky Siu
