Education Through Music-Los Angeles

"Music gives [people] encouragement during challenging times. It can give them happiness and strength." - ETM-LA Student

Board Certified Music Therapist Cayla Mendoza shares, "Intentional playlisting is the process of grouping together musical selections with the purpose of supporting or shifting toward a desired mood. I have found intentional playlisting to be a widely accessible and meaningful therapeutic tool."

When we create playlists with attention to how we feel, we can facilitate a positive change in our mood, energy, and emotional state in a way that's tailored to who we are. Cayla shares, "Because each individual’s experiences, memories, and emotional associations with music are unique, intentional playlisting can become a highly personal and meaningful way to support emotional awareness and regulation."

Find Cayla's full lesson and other music therapy resources at the link in bio! Happy 🩵🎶

Keep playing music all summer long! JOIN US for ETM-LA's 2026 Summer Music Program! We’re excited to partner with local school campuses to offer engaging summer music programs to 4th-8th grade students across LA County ☀️🎶

Selected sites will host a variety of classes, including General Music, Choir, Band, String Orchestra, Guitar, Ukulele, and Modern Band. These programs are designed for beginning and intermediate students entering grades 4–8, providing a fun and supportive environment to build skills and confidence!

Registration CLOSES MAY 31 - Sign up TODAY while open spaces remain!

Join the next generation of leaders! Gain experience in the nonprofit, arts, and education sector through our Internship.🎶

With the support of LA County Dept. of Arts & Culture, we’re excited to offer the position of Events & Outreach Intern to college students across Los Angeles! Gain experience in the nonprofit, arts, and education sectors, and join the next generation of leaders through this opportunity. Interested? Apply now at the LINK IN BIO!

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"School can be kind of stressful, but [music class] has made my anxiety better; I had like 4 F’s, now they're straight A’s. If there is something you can do with music, do it. It helps a lot with your mental health and whatever [you’re] going through." -ETM-LA Student

"Music primes [a student’s] brain for learning, it settles their spirit, and gets them in the right frame of mind," says Principal Pugh (Compton).

We are so grateful for our amazing team of educators who work every day to bring the joy of music learning to our youth and communities. Thank you for continuing to inspire and empower students 🎶 Happy !