Enriching Lives through Music (ELM) is an El Sistema inspired music education program in San Rafael, CA.
ELM sparks passion and community engagement through a deep connection to music. ELM enriches the lives of over 180 students from the largely Latino immigrant Canal neighborhood of San Rafael, California through free and intensive music programs. Our students work with top-notch teachers, mentors, and musicians to progress from a tune on the recorder to a symphony, salsa or samba on a classical instrument. We invite you to share the joy, hard work, and wonder of seeding and nurturing a lifelong love of music.