Upper Darby Arts & Education Foundation

Congratulations to all our MusicMan Campers on a great start to our 2021 season!

Limited spaces available! Register today!

Have an elementary or middle school kid who wants to learn how to groove on their instrument? REGISTER NOW for the MusicMan Academy JAZZ JAM! CAMP at Drexel Hill Middle School from July 6 -9. Masterclasses from Philly's Finest Jazz Professionals (and Upper Darby Alums) - Hiruy Tirfe, Eric Whatley, Yesseh Furaha-Ali, and Marlon Lewis! Limited spots available - campers must have 2 years of experience on their instrument. Band instruments, Electric/Bass Guitar, Piano are welcome! Get ready to learn how to funk, swing, and play ballads from the best! Don’t wait registration closes on June 25th! Learn more at https://udmusicman.udfoundation.org/jazz-jam-string-swing-/

It's not too late -- but we've only got a few spots left in our 2021 MusicMan Camp! If you've got an elementary or middle school band or orchestra player in your house who wants to meet some new friends and play some awesome music -- go to https://udmusicman.udfoundation.org/musicman-camp-schoener/ and sign them up today! Registration closes on June 13th. This year's MusicMan Camp will be held at Drexel Hill MS due to renovations at Beverly Hills. #udaef #udmusicman #upperdarby #delco #summermusiccamps #delcoarts #performingarts

Need a little holiday cheer as we move into a new week? Check out our Schoener MusicMan Virtual Virtuoso 2020 Campers performing Mr. Jingle Jangles, written by Drew Shanefield! Our young musicians will bring the joy of the season right into your home #udmusicman #udaef #soundtrap #flipgrid #udsdofficial #upperdarby #upperdarbytownship https://youtu.be/vIyya2adXfk

We are so appreciative of the generosity in our community every day. As you consider which organizations to support this #GivingTuesday, we hope you’ll help the UDAEF provide instruments, art supplies, theatrical opportunities, and more to the students of Upper Darby! Click the link below to give today, and thank you for your kindness this season! https://udfoundation.org/ways-to-give/... #UnitingCommunity #ThroughArtsAndEducation

As more and more families are working and learning from home, arts education remains a priority for our students. The UDAEF is determined to keep creating opportunities for our community to make music, theatre, dance, and art even while learning from home. We are in this together.

As we reflect on all of the things we’re thankful for this year, the UDAEF sings the praises of the students, teachers, administrators, and families who make our community so rich and diverse in arts & culture. Thank you for all that you bring to Upper Darby!

Since the inception of the Arts and Education Foundation twenty-five years ago, our objective has been to enhance the educational experience of every student in this diverse township. As we witness this recurrence of national events in support of basic human rights and equality, we feel strongly that Upper Darby is uniquely positioned to take the lead in our civil discourse, clarifying our Board’s focus as we recommit to the highest standard of both liberty and equality. Terry Tracy, President Upper Darby Arts and Education Foundation Click the link below to hear the UDAEF Equity Statement, and join us in our mission toward increasing opportunities for the people of Upper Darby: https://youtu.be/etsHvKI-Tqk