Rock Legend Brings Music Education To Wisconsin Kids

A member of a Rock and Rock Hall of Fame Band had made a huge donation to a music program for kids in a major Wisconsin city.

Chad Smith From Red Hot Chili Peppers Donates To Milwaukee Music Program

When I was a teenager, I really wanted to be in a band. A couple of friends and I tried, but we just didn't have the support. Then, I saw the movie "School of Rock," and thought how cool that is. We have an amazing program right here in Rockford. It's the Rock n Roll Institute. It gets kids together to play music. These programs are starting to pop up all over the country, and now they have a powerhouse supporter.

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According to the Chad Smith Foundation...

The Chad Smith Foundation is dedicated to bridging the gap in music access and opportunity for underserved youth. We believe that every person deserves the chance to experience the transformative power of music.

 

Rock n Roll Hall of Fame drummer Chad Smith from the Red Hot Chili Peppers has started his own Chad Smith Foundation. Its goal is to help young musicians and music programs, so all kids have the opportunity to participate in playing music. It's something this country needs very badly.

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Chad Smith's national After School Music Program (AMP) is coming to Milwaukee. They are teaming up with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee, the Salvation Army, Notes for Notes, and Running Rebels. The foundation will bring in professional musicians to help with teaching the children. Such a cool thing for that area.