Founded in 2021 by Denise Kinney and Don Liuzzi in response to the challenges of the COVID quarantine, Music and Mindfulness empowers musically gifted youth to build careers or lifelong connections with music. Its innovative mindfulness program cultivates focus, resilience and mental clarity, equipping students for success both in life and music. Students from low-income backgrounds are priortized for admission.

 

Music and Mindfulness flourishes under the leadership of Co-Directors Rachel Segal and Denise Kinney. Joseph Illick brings artistic vision as Artistic Director and Conductor, while 

Heather Bloodworth shapes the Mindfulness program with insight and leadership.

 

Many students who attend Music and Mindfulness earn substantial scholarships and are often the first in their family to attend college. While some go on to become top tier professional musicians, others excel as leaders in a variety of fields. Almost all keep music at the heart of their lives and share a strong commitment to giving back, with many returning to Music and Mindfulness to cheer on and inspire the next generation of students.