Empowering At-Risk Youth Through the Power of Music
​Music has the power to heal, uplift, and provide a voice for those who feel unheard. Our music therapy and education program, co-founded by David Filice and Gray Aydelott, is dedicated to transforming the lives of at-risk youth by providing a safe space for creativity, self-expression, and healing. Originally launched at My Friend’s Place in Hollywood in 2020, our program was born out of a deep understanding of music’s ability to help young people escape trauma, rediscover hope, and find a sense of belonging. Since then, we have expanded our reach, working with Covenant House in Hollywood and Live Strong House in Salt Lake City, providing music as a tool for healing and personal growth. Now, we continue this mission by bringing structured music therapy and education programs directly to youth facilities, shelters, and organizations that serve young people in crisis.
Programs
Finding Hope Through Music: A Program for At-Risk Youth
Discover the transformative power of music. This program is designed for young people who have faced significant challenges, offering them a fresh perspective on individuality, purpose, and resilience. Through engaging discussions and collaborative jam sessions, participants will explore how music can be a powerful tool for change, helping them rewrite their stories and find their unique paths. This program emphasizes that no matter where you start, music can help you chart a new course.
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Our program is built on three core principles:
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Purpose: Every young person has a unique voice and story to tell. Music becomes a tool for them to express who they are and what they’ve been through, guiding them toward self-discovery and empowerment.
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Resilience: Through songwriting, collaboration, and hands-on experience with instruments, we teach the importance of persistence, overcoming obstacles, and turning pain into creativity.
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Connection: Music is a universal language. By working with top musicians and therapists, youth engage in a supportive, uplifting environment where they can build confidence, trust, and a sense of community.
What We Offer:
We tailor our programs to meet the specific needs of each facility, offering:
🎵 Music Therapy Workshops – Guided sessions that use music as a tool for emotional healing, self-expression, and coping with trauma.
🛠Customized In-House Music Programs – Helping organizations build sustainable music programs with professional guidance, instrument donations, and curriculum development. With some of the best musicians in the industry involved, our program brings real-world experience and mentorship to these young individuals, proving that their voices and dreams matter.
Why It Matters
Many of these young people have faced immense hardship—homelessness, foster care struggles, trauma, and systemic challenges. Music provides them with something many have never had: a chance to be seen, heard, and believed in.
This isn’t just about music—it’s about transforming lives, one note at a time.
If you’d like to support our mission, partner with us, or bring our program to your facility, let’s connect and make a difference together.
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