Annie Ray Sounds LLC
Address:
, Alabama
Primary Contact:
Annie Ray - annieray.sounds@gmail.com
Organization Type:
Education, Research, Arts, Other
Organization Mission
Annie Ray Sounds LLC exists to create transformative, inclusive, and community-driven music education experiences that empower every student to be seen, heard, and celebrated. Through national advocacy, innovative programming, and dynamic speaking engagements, we elevate public school arts programs, break down systemic barriers, and champion the belief that music is for everyone.Areas of Expertise
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Inclusive Music Education – Designing and implementing programs that provide access to high-quality music instruction for students of all abilities, including those with significant and severe disabilities.
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Arts Advocacy & Public Speaking – Leading national conversations on equitable access to the arts through keynote speaking, professional development, and legislative engagement.
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Community-Driven Program Development – Building innovative, sustainable initiatives—such as Parent Orchestra and free in-school private lessons—that center family, culture, and student voice in public music education
Current Top Priorities for Guidance or Collaboration
Contact us to learn more about these current priority areas or to explore collaboration opportunities.-
Public Policy Advocacy for the Arts – Advancing statewide and national initiatives that elevate the role of fine arts in education policy, including efforts to establish diploma recognitions and integrate the arts into school accountability systems.
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Expanding Inclusive and Community-Driven Music Programs – Partnering with schools and organizations to launch and scale initiatives like Crescendo Orchestra and Parent Orchestra that center access, community engagement, and developing intrinsic learning that meets every student where they are at.
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Professional Development, Workshops, and Residencies – Offering hands-on teacher training, organizational workshops, and artist-in-residence programs that equip educators and districts with tools to build equitable, innovative, and sustainable music education models.
Geographical Areas Served:
National,
Primary Audience Served:
Children (0-15), Community Members, Elected officials, Higher Education institutions, Local & state arts agencies, Organization Administrators, Organizations, Parents, School Administrators, School-based Teachers, Youth (15-24),
Artistic Discipline:
Multidisciplinary Arts, Music,
