Music has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. Since I was a child, I’ve had the joy of learning and playing four different instruments as well as singing in a variety of choirs. Music has shaped how I connect with the world and with others. And it has given me discipline, joy, confidence, and a sense of belonging.
After moving to San Diego from the east coast, I was determined to find a new community here and I immediately knew that community was going to involve music. I happened upon Villa Musica a few years ago and it has been my musical home ever since. It’s a place where I continue to grow as a musician and get to witness the powerful impact of music on people of all ages and backgrounds. I give to Villa Musica because I believe everyone deserves the chance to experience that same joy, growth, and connection.
Villa Musica’s mission of making music accessible through education, performance, and community engagement is something I feel deeply connected with. Whether it’s a young child in an underserved neighborhood picking up an instrument for the first time, an adult student reengaging with a lost passion, or a person with dementia capturing their memories alongside treasured melodies, Villa Musica creates opportunities for transformation through music.
I give because I want more people to know the feeling of playing their first note, joining their first ensemble, or performing in front of an audience. I give because music builds community. And I give because Villa Musica makes that community accessible to all.
Thank you for supporting Villa Musica’s mission and welcome to our community!
Haley Kopp – Board Chair, Villa Musica
