Help Bring Healing through Music & Audio, Support a Student today.
We’re facing an urgent national public health crisis. 45% of California youth between the ages of 12 and 17 report recent mental health struggles. With your support, students will receive free tools for social-emotional wellness and development with our innovative suite of programs and our holistic approach to music and podcast production education.
Your donation is fully tax-deductible to the extent provided by section 501(c)(3) of the US Internal Revenue Service Code and is not given in exchange for goods or services. Our tax identification number is 83-3486258.
Why Sound?
Dept. of Sound is dedicated to supporting the social-emotional health and long-term well-being of youth through music, podcasting, and the medium of sound.
Sound and its various forms of creative self-expression have been shown to positively benefit the cognitive, social, and emotional development of youth, as well as community development and economic growth. We believe everyone should have access to sound, therefore all of our programs are free and made possible by your generosity.
“I ACTUALLY WANT TO BECOME A PRODUCER NOW. IF YOU OFFERED THESE WORKSHOPS EVERY DAY, I WOULD SERIOUSLY ATTEND EVERY DAY JUST TO LEARN MORE.”
TOMAS
6TH GRADE STUDENT
Our Programs
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Valley Producer Program
Learn the basics of music and podcast production with this free introductory course for ages 13+.
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Valley Producer Fellowship
Take your sound to the next level with our mentorship program. Skills and portfolios are improved through 1-on-1 guidance.
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Valley Producer Academy
Bring Dept. of Sound to your classroom or afterschool program, and enjoy high-quality music & art experiences.