Playing It Forward Brings Forth Instruments to Students
On Wednesday, June 26th the College of Fine, Performing, and Communications Arts Alumni Association (CFPCA) of Wayne State University in collaboration with the Detroit Public Schools (DPS) held its first Playing It Forward instrument drive. This drive will help place instruments in the hands of elementary, middle and high schools students. Instruments of all kinds are sought after (except pianos), however DPS are in dire need of Baritone Saxophones, Bass Trombone, String Basses, Cello, and Violin’s to name a few.
This two day drive was held at two locations: WSU- Oakland Center and the WSU-Welcome Center. During these two days, 26 instruments were donated. The drive may be over; however, one can still contact the Detroit Public Schools or Joan Smykowski of CFPCA for more information at joansmykowski@gmail.com to get an instrument in the hand of a child.
