Although many other neighborhoods and suburbs have music schools, community orchestras, choirs and bands, before Hopewell Music started, no similar program existed in North Minneapolis. Two local music teachers, Ellie Fregni and Jaette Carpenter, were concerned about the lack of music education on the Northside and founded Hopewell Music in 2012.
Being part of a strong group of players helps me to be a better player. " -Derek, 15 |
My favorite part of Hopewell is that they had us performing after four lessons. " -Claire, 11 |