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How can my student join POP?

If you are interested in having you student join POP, read below to see if they are eligible.

Want to let us know you are interested? Complete our interest form to stay on top of any updates:

Interested but not sure what’s the best match for your child? Email POP Program Manager Davi Keiser at davi@playonphilly.org.

Joining POP Programming

For each type of POP programming, there are different eligibility requirements.

Music Centers (K-8th Grade)

POP’s Music Centers are where most of our programming takes place. Students at these sites have POP programming each day after school. To be eligible, students must attend one of the following schools:

Impact Charter School West
St. Francis de Sales School

Click HERE for more information!

Chamber Music (8-12 grades)

For more experienced students, we have our Chamber Music program. This takes place at Roman Catholic High School after school but happens 3 days each week. Chamber Music is intended for intermediate to advanced level players. There is no age requirement, but typically students range from grades 8-12 with at least 2 years of playing experience.

To learn more, click HERE.

KenCrest West

We have partnered with KenCrest Early Learning Center in West Philly to help students engage with music as early as possible. Students who attend the KenCrest West can choose to attend Impact Charter School West when they graduate and continue with their POP education.

To learn more about KenCrest, click HERE.

Marian Anderson Young Artist Program (MAYAP)

MAYAP supports students, also known as Anderson Artists, in their musical studies through private lessons, individual advisement, instrument loans, and college and career counseling. Anderson Artists and their families commit themselves to the dedication necessary to excel in the fields of classical and jazz music.