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3 Strings at VMEA Conference
3 Strings took its show on the road to Norfolk, VA for the Virginia Music Educators Association (VMEA) Conference, November 18-20. Co-founders Ruth LeMay and Artisha Knight-Milon presented “Collaborating Classroom - A Neurodiverse Ensemble Using the 3 Strings...
3 Strings Ensemble Performs at Minnesota Orchestra Hall
In January 2020, a 3 Strings ensemble performed for the Minnesota Orchestra Hall’s Sensory Concert Series. The series presents concerts for people of all ages and abilities in a relaxed environment.
3 Strings Method Featured in Star Tribune
Music writer Chris Riemenschneider reports on the innovative program piloted at Southwest High School that enables students with cognitive and physical disabilities to play modern band instruments.
A $10,000 Gift
When a Southwest Minneapolis church sold its building, it gave a $10,000 donation from the proceeds of the sale to 3 Strings. Founder Ruth LeMay was a past choral director for Hope Lutheran Church, and the congregation wished to support her in her mission to spread...
3 Strings on KARE-11
KARE-11’s Jana Shortal visits with 3 Strings founder Ruth LeMay to see how the revolutionary 3 Strings Method is helping students with developmental disabilities experience the joy of playing musical instruments
3 Strings Receives $25,000 Grant
The Augustine Foundation, the charitable wing of renowned guitar strings maker Augustine Strings, has given a $25,000 grant to 3 Strings. Augustine Strings’ mission is to bring high quality strings and music education to all.