Farina Foundation

Make Music Day & Instrument Donation Drive
2023-06-21 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | Ruckus Cafe, 1707 Babcock Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Join us as we celebrate Make Music Day by donating any used and unwanted musical instruments. We accept every instrument that can be feasibly and economically repaired. We ensure that the refurbished instruments are repaired to a usable, good condition and thoroughly sanitized. Once refurbished the instruments are distributed to children who cannot afford to rent or purchase one of their own or music departments at underserved schools in the Greater Pittsburgh area.

Crush the Competition! A Drum Battle
2023-05-19 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Halifax) | Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center, 3579 Masonic Way, Pittsburgh, PA, 15237, United States
The Farina Foundation and Brighton Music Center are proud to present the first ever Crush the Competition! A Drum Battle. It is the mission of the Farina Foundation to get instruments in the hands of youth in our communities- ensuring that each student has access to music education and the possibility to fulfill their musical dreams. We are thrilled to celebrate Brighton Music Center’s, our most valued partner, 65th anniversary by gifting two professional level drum kits, a Crush Drum Kit and a Pearl Drum Kit, to two very talented young drummers.
The Competition
The drum competition is open to students in grades 8-12, ages 13-21, in the Greater Pittsburgh Area. The top applicants will be selected by an expert group of judges to showcase their skills on May 19, 2023. The 1st place winner will receive a Crush Drum Kit with Zildijan cymbals and a Dixon Drum throne. The 2nd place winner will receive and a Pearl Drum Kit. The 3rd place winner will receive a gift certificate to Brighton Music Center and Zildijan and Dixon Drum merchandise.
Applications are due by May 15, 2023 with details and instructions for the showcase. Email thefarinafoundation@gmail.com with any questions or for alternate application method.
How to Apply

Click here to complete the Google form with the required personal and contact information.
You must be logged into a Google account in order to complete the application form.
Upload a video with you introducing yourself, stating your name, age, school and grade. The video should also include you playing clips, of your choice, from famous drummers Neil Pert and Buddy Rich, as well as a freestyle displaying your musical creativity.
The video should be NO LONGER than 3 minutes.

Eligibility Requirements

Students in grades 8-12 between the ages of 13-21 years old.
Complete the application process in its entirety.
If selected as a finalist be available to attend the in-person competition on May 19, 2023.

Instrument Donation Drive at Jergel's Rhythm Grill
2023-01-06 18:00 - 23:30 (America/Halifax) | Jergels, 103 Slade Lane, Warrendale, PA, 15086, United States
Join us on Friday, January 6th for another way to give back by donating your new or gently used instruments at our instrument donation drive.
Show starts at 8:00pm and doors open at 6:00pm. 21+
Musical Lineup: Tres Lads, and Jim Donovan & The Sun King Warriors.

Flashback Concert and Instrument Donation Drive
2022-11-05 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Halifax) | Jergels, 103 Slade Lane, Warrendale, PA, 15086, United States
On Saturday, November 5th join us for Flashback at Jergel*s Rhythm Grill. Bring a new, or gently used instrument, to donate to the Farina Foundation Play-It-Forward Program in support of music access and education to underserved youth, schools, and organizations.
The concert begins at 8:00pm. Doors open at 6:00pm. Tickets range from $10-$15.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/flashback-tickets-430942529707

Music Along The Trail- Concert & Instrument Donation Drive
2022-10-23 15:30 - 17:30 (America/Halifax) | Allegeny River Trail Park, 285 River Ave., Pittsburgh, PA, 15215, United States
A FREE community concert for all ages! Featuring high school musical groups from the Fox Chapel area. Organized by Nathan Moore for his Eagle Scout project.
Bring a new, or gently used, instrument to the concert to support the Farina Foundation’s mission of providing music access and education to underrepresented youth throughout the community.
The concert is outside at the amphitheater at the Allegheny River Trail Park, located at 285 River Ave. in Aspinwall. Bring a chair or blanket, get comfy, and listen to some great music. In the event of rain the concert will be moved to the pavilion or welcome center. Light refreshments will be available for purchase.

Saxonburg Festival of the Arts
2022-09-10 11:00 - 18:00 (America/Halifax) | Roebling Park, 199 N. Rebecca St., Saxonburg, PA, 16056, United Kingdom
We are excited to announce our partnership with the Saxonburg Festival of Arts to bring an exciting musical lineup to the day’s festivities! Join us for a, free, fun filled day of arts, crafts, food, shows, contests and of course music! There will be an instrument donation drive taking place from 11:00am-6:00pm. Bring a new, or gently used instrument, to support the Farina Foundation’s Play-it-Forward program serving underprivileged children ,who show musical passion and aspirations, as well as underserved schools and organizations.
Schedule of performances:
11:00am-12:00pm- Allegheny Brass Band
12:15pm-1:15pm- Cello Fury
1:30pm-2:30pm- Jessica Lee’s Fusion St. Jazz Project featuring: Erik Lawrence, Rick Gallagher, Mark Strickland, & Hugo Cruz
2:45pm-3:45pm- The Jazz Conspiracy Big Band
4:30pm-6:00pm- Tres Lads
There will also be roaming performances by the 3 Rivers Barbershop Quartet and the NA Fiddlers throughout the day.

Make Music Day Pittsburgh & Instrument Donation Drive
2022-06-21 13:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Schenley Plaza, 4100 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh, PA, 15260, United States
Join the Farina Foundation as part of Make Music Day Pittsburgh for an instrument donation drive. Donations to The Farina Foundation directly support providing the youth in our community the opportunity to fulfill their musical passions and aspirations. Play It Forward, Donate that unused instrument today! Stop by this event on June 21st to donate a instrument today or contact us! Refurbishment of Used Instruments Instruments are donated to The Farina Foundation in various states. We accept nearly any instrument that is in good playable condition. Instruments are loaned to children who cannot afford to rent or purchase one of their own. We ensure that the donated instruments are in good condition, refurbished, and thoroughly cleaned.
The donation drive will take place from 1:00pm-9:00pm at Schenley Plaza.

Summer Fridays at the Frick & Instrument Donation Drive
2022-06-17 17:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | The Frick Pittsburgh, 7227 Reynolds St., Pittsburgh, PA, 15208, United States
Join the Farina Foundation for Make Music Day Pittsburgh as part of Frick’s Summer Fridays. Jessica Lee and Friends, sponsored by the Farina Foundation, will be performing from 7:30pm-8:30pm on the North Lawn. Guests are encouraged to bring an instrument to donate to the Farina Foundation’s Play-It-Forward Instrument Drive happening 5:00pm-7:30pm at the Community Room Courtyard.

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