Cellists for Change is a purpose-driven 501(c)(3) nonprofit that empowers youth through music.

We work to achieve our mission through three programs:

Local Youth Scholarships

Provides comprehensive, equitable and inspiring music instruction to Black, Latine and Indigenous youth in the greater Boulder, Colorado area.

Growing Cello Repertoire

Supports the commission and youth premieres of new pieces that amplify and celebrate the voices of Composers of Color, women, and LGBTQIA+ artists.

Music Transcends Borders

Nurtures an international collaborative partnership with Escuela de Cuerdas, a school of music and artistic cultural center in the Western Highlands of Guatemala.

  • "Cello is important to me, because when I play for people and it makes them smile, it makes me feel really happy. I get tingles in my fingers from all the happiness!”

    Berlin, age 10

  • “I love cello, because we can change the world to be better with music, like when people are sick we can help them feel better.”

    Marcela, age 8

  • "I think supporting a child in learning to play an instrument is the best gift a child can recieve."

    Ivón, parent

  • "Music is my favorite hobby, because it really calms me down with its sound. I think it's important to share music with other people."

    Jibran, age 11

  • “I love playing music, because it allows me to not only connect with others, but to express myself and communicate what cannot be said with words.”

    Stella, age 16

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