KING creates a consistent and nurturing environment
to empower youth to transform their lives through music mentorship.
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The Kids in a New Groove (KING) mentoring through music program provides Central Texas youth who have had experience with the child welfare system with a committed one-on-one mentoring relationship through free weekly, private music lessons, giving students the ability to transform their lives through connection and support.
Kids in a New Groove combines the proven effects mentorship can have on youth, with the evidence that learning music at a young age improves reading, language, and problem-solving skills to produce notable improvements in students' grades, behaviors, and attitude.
Enroll a Student
Enroll a Student
Youth ages 5+, involved with the child welfare system, residing in Bastrop, Hays, Travis, or Williamson county are eligible to enroll in our free program.
Become a Mentor
Music Mentors
By becoming a music mentor, you will help a youth grow as a musician as well as teach them to build trusting relationships and boost their self confidence.
What to Expect
Play it Forward: KING Mentoring Benefit Concert
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Join us for an afternoon of live music at the Play It Forward: KING Mentoring Benefit Concert on Saturday, May 31st from 1:00 – 4:00 PM at The ABGB. The show will feature performances by talented KING youth, dedicated volunteer mentors, and other supporting artists and bands. KING mentor, event founder, and organizer Lara Price will close out the show, headlining with the Lara Price Band from 3:00 – 4:00 PM. This is a free event with a suggested donation of $10.