Welcome to the Official Website for The HapCO Music Foundation, Inc. This website is dedicated to music and the education of our youth. A listing of special and upcoming events, scholarships as well as University and College access are available. Collegiate and high school bands are showcased. Outstanding student/musicians are honored monthly.
ANNUAL FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN
From July 1st 2012 – June 30th 2013 our goal is to raise $100,000 to continue to provide scholarships and support to our youth.
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LATEST UPDATES
March 20, 2013 – Senior James Adkins Jr was the first recipient (A full drum set ) of the “Garden Music and HAPCO Music foundation ” New project —- Instrument Donation
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HAPCO Music Foundation was presented the JERRY CHICONE AWARD on Feb 7th 2013, at the West Orange Chamber Big Orange Awards: This award is given in recognition of establishing a philanthropic legacy for enhancing and improving our community.
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Listen to a recent interview with Commissioner Joseph McMullen about the Sunshine Jazz Festival and Wine & Dine for the Arts.
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BECOME A SUPPORTER
With your help, HapCO Music Foundation Inc. has awarded over $100,000 in scholarships and support for youth, grade schools, universities, and colleges for music and art initiatives. We need your continued support to raise the awareness of music and the arts with schools and community we serve.
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MUSIC EDUCATION FACTS AND FIGURES
Important things to know regarding how music instruction affects the growth of the minds of our children
SOCIAL MEDIA
FUNDRAISER
Original Highwayman R.L. Lewis created this piece especially for HAPCO Music Foundation as a fundraiser.
The original 20″x24″ painting entitled: “Music is Harmony,” is done by Original Highwaymen artist R.L. Lewis (a 2004 inductee into the Florida Artist hall of fame.)
Original painting and Giclee reproduction (paper and canvas) available for purchase.
SAVE THE DATES
June 7-8, 2013 – 7th Annual Triple “A” Festival
HapCO Music Foundation presents The Town of Oakland’s 7th Annual TRIPLE “A” FESTIVAL (African American Arts ) Festival. This festival in the town of Oakland encourages artistic expression among youth and celebrates the work of local artists. The festival historically honors Juneteenth, now celebrated throughout the United States with picnics and festivals. We present artistry as exhibited in those who contribute to African-American culture. The festival is organized in collaboration with Orange and Seminole Counties to increase exposure and encourage community participation in the arts.
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October 19, 2013 – Kenneth R. Tolbert Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament
Stoneybrook West Golf Club
Our goal is to raise $25,000 for students to participate in Art programs in West Orange County and a portion earmarked for anyone throughout the country (Grade school up to College).
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February 2014 – SUNSHINE JAZZ FESTIVAL
February 1, 2014 – Ocoee High School
During the Day: The festival has a clinic session. This component provides increased visibility and career opportunities for middle and high school students who may be interested in pursuing music in their educational endeavors. During this session, (18 ) local middle and high school jazz bands will perform for a panel of three professional jazz adjudicators.
February 1, 2014 - Ocoee High School
During the Evening: The Sunshine Jazz Festival offers an evening performance featuring University of North Florida Jazz Band and the Ocoee High School Jazz Band.
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WINE & DINE FOR THE ARTS — 2014
March 29, 2014 – Town of Oakland
Wine and Dine for Arts featuring the University of Florida Gator Jazz Band and the Ocoee High School Jazz Band.
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