We are on our way to Austin, Texas to deliver six violins to the Austin Independent School District. Since 2009, violin and viola donations have been made in memory of musician and music teacher Amy Farris.
An Austin, Texas native, Amy was a fiddle player and singer/songwriter. She performed with Brian Wilson, Ray Price, Alejandro Escovedo, Kelly Willis, Bruce Robison, Dave Alvin, and Exene Cervanka; in addition to recording her own solo CD – Anyway.
Amy was also a music teacher in the Austin Independent School District. She passed away in September of 2009 and had designated Hungry for Music as her memorial charity. In Amy’s honor, students nominated by their orchestra directors, receive their own violin or viola, with the stipulation that they continue to be involved in orchestra throughout high school.
“This has not only benefited the students themselves but the orchestra programs that they participate in as well. In these tough financial times for Texas schools, the Hungry for Music donations are greatly appreciated and have been a wonderful tribute to Amy Farris.” Elizabeth Chappell, Austin Music Teacher