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
KING Sings for A Dream
Support emerging songwriters and help provide music mentorship for kids connected with foster care! Voting for KING Sings for A Dream Songwriter Competition is open now. Cast your votes and determine our finalists!
- Voting Round 1: Nov 15 - 22. Determine our Top 10!
- Voting Round 2: Nov 23 - 28. Determine our Top 5!
- Top 5 + Judge Review: Your votes determine the finalists, and our judging panel selects the winner!
The winner will be announced and perform LIVE at the KING Holiday Hope Concert at Antone's on December 4.
Every vote = a donation funding music mentorship for children connected with foster care!