165 Bethany Road, Holmdel, NJ 07733
School Office Hours 7:30 am - 2:45 pm
732.264.5578
Mr. Edward Kelly
ebrassman@gmail.com
Open to any student in 4th-8th Grade interested in learning an instrument.
Good Afternoon,
Just checking in to give you some updates.
As the pandemic drags on and schedules at school remain unstable, we are continuing to teach online classes. Many students have begun classes and are thriving in the program.
Of course many families have been reluctant to try the online format (very understandable) and some families simply are not in a position financially to participate.
This topic has been something I have dealt with all the years I have been teaching. Normally, I simply cover the cost myself and do all I can to get an instrument when needed. This is not something I ever made public but I have personally funded 2 schools so the students can have classes (1 in Newark and 1 in Union). For me this issue has gotten larger than I can manage so I have put together a Non Profit organization. Not to replace Fundamental Music but rather to address the need to be supportive when needed.
This Organization is called "All Kids Need Music" As we get up and running, my goal will be to provide scholarships to students who would not be able to participate without them and to bring music classes to underserved communities. I am in touch with a Foster Care agency who would like to be involved and a homeless children's organization that would also like to be involved.
It has been my life's mission to offer this musical opportunity to any and all students who wish to learn.
Anyway, I will keep you updated on the progress we make.
In closing, please know Fundamental Music is still here and is currently offering Online classes (until in person sessions can resume) and that I have begun a program to address a need that is very important to address (in fact I believe this is about the most important thing I have ever done).
Have a truly wonderful day,
Ed Kelly
Fundamental Music, Administrator
ebrassman@gmail.com