Programs & Services

Free Music & English Programs

Structured, progressive music education and English classes for children in Peru, delivered with compassion and trauma-informed methods.

Programs & Services

What We Offer

Structured, progressive music education delivered with compassion and evidence-based trauma-informed methods.

Piano lessons

Weekly Piano Lessons

Structured piano and music theory classes in small groups of students, using a progressive skill-based curriculum tailored to each child's pace and needs.

Trauma-Informed Education

Trauma-Informed Education

Specially designed teaching methods for children who have experienced poverty, domestic violence, or displacement โ€” meeting each student where they are emotionally and academically.

Students at keyboard

Scholarship Pathway

An advanced track for exceptional students to pursue higher music education โ€” providing mentorship, character development, and real pathways to further opportunity beyond grade school.

English Language Instruction

English Language Instruction

Online ESL classes taught by bilingual U.S. volunteer instructors โ€” now serving 8 students in Trujillo, Peru, with more opportunities opening as the program grows.

Short-Term (1โ€“2 Years)

Building Foundations

  • Develop strong program in Trujillo
  • Enroll 50โ€“75 students annually
  • Establish performance showcases
  • Improve educational engagement
Mid-Term (3โ€“5 Years)

Growing Deeper

  • Expand to Arequipa and other regions
  • Develop specialized trauma curriculum
  • Offer higher educational opportunities
  • Add guitar, drums, and more instruments
Long-Term (5+ Years)

Lasting Change

  • Create music schools in communities
  • Find job opportunities for graduates
  • Expand to other Latin American nations
  • Inspire generational transformation

Events

Upcoming & Past Events

From student showcases to fundraising gatherings, see what's happening at Rising with Melodies.

Nov
2026

Iquitos Hub Launching โ€” November 2026

Rising with Melodies is expanding to a second city in Peru. Our Iquitos hub opens in November 2026, bringing the same dual-pillar model as Trujillo โ€” free music education and English instruction โ€” to 20 to 40 additional vulnerable children in the region.

Support the Iquitos campaign โ†’ Upcoming
Jun
6
Past Event

First Annual Summer Benefit Concert

What a beautiful afternoon! Thank you to all performers, families, donors, and volunteers who made this special day possible. We raised $1,290.60 for music education in Trujillo, Peru. ๐ŸŽถ

๐Ÿ“ท View Photos & Video Concert Page
Aug
10

Fundraising Campaign Launch

Join us as we officially launch our year-one fundraising campaign and share the vision for Rising with Melodies with donors and community partners.

Past Event
Aug
27

ESL Program Successfully Launched โ€” Trujillo, Peru

Our new online English program is officially underway โ€” taught by bilingual youth volunteers from the Atlanta, Georgia area, including Youth Advisory Board member Maya Joshi, now connecting with 8 children in Trujillo, Peru.

Past Event Get Involved โ†’
Dec
22

Christmas Celebration โ€” Trujillo

Students and volunteers gathered for a special holiday celebration at the orphanage in Trujillo, featuring music, activities, and gifts for the children.

Past Event View Photos
Jan
08

Outdoor Activities Day

A full day of team-building games, hula hoops, and outdoor sports for our students โ€” reinforcing community, movement, and joy beyond the music room.

Past Event

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