SPMS Music Boosters

The SPMS Music Boosters extends our condolences to those within our community affected by the fires. To help with efforts to support SPUSD teachers, staff, and families who have lost their homes, we will continue to post updated information about fundraisers and collections in our community. Please check back often! 

The following is a list of fundraisers for SPUSD students and staff who have lost their homes by the recent fires. The list has been compiled by community members.  Best efforts have been made to verify the accuracy of the information.  If you would like to add someone to this list please submit the information here.  

List of fundraisers for SPUSD students and staff who are impacted by the fires

If you have questions or concerns, please reach out to 

Kim Carlson ([email protected]) or text to 626-688-0445
Maureen Whitman ([email protected]) or text Maureen to 310-686-0673

Mark your calendars for Saturday, January 25, 2025! Our choir, orchestra, and band students will be attending a special workshop at Disneyland, combining music education with a day of fun. The trip includes a workshop and a one-park ticket to Disneyland.

Students should arrive at SPMS by 6:45 AM for a 7:30 AM departure (subject to change based on Disney’s workshop schedule). After an unforgettable day, we’ll board buses at 8:30 PM and return to SPMS by 9:45 PM.

Students should pack a lunch or bring money for food.

🎶 Get ready for a delightful December filled with music as the South Pasadena Music Boosters proudly present the Winter Concert Series!

Join us at the South Pasadena Middle School Auditorium for an enchanting lineup of performances by our talented student musicians. 🎶

Mark your calendars for these captivating concerts:

• Choir Concert: Wednesday, December 4th, 6:30 PM
  
• 5th Grade Band Concert: Monday, December 9th
  • 5pm Arroyo Vista
  • 6pm Marengo
  • 7pm MHS
    
• SPMS Band Concert: Tuesday, December 10th, 6:00 PM
  
• Orchestra Concert: Wednesday, December 11th, 6:30 PM

Sweeten the experience! Hot cocoa and delicious baked goods will be available for purchase at each concert, with all proceeds supporting our wonderful music programs.

Lend a helping hand! We need your support to make these concerts a success. Sign up to contribute baked goods, snacks, or volunteer your time at the bake sale. Can’t miss your child’s performance? No problem! Sign up to help at a concert where your child isn’t performing.

Bake Sale and Concert Volunteer Sign-Up Links:

• Choir: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094EA4A62EA7FACE9-53258234-choir
• 5th Grade Band: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094EA4A62EA7FACE9-53258850-5thgrade
• SPMS Band: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094EA4A62EA7FACE9-53258852-spms
• Orchestra: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094EA4A62EA7FACE9-53258892-orchestra

We can’t wait to celebrate the season of music with you!

Warmly,

The South Pasadena Music Boosters

Join Us for the Winter Concert and Hallelujah Chorus Sing-Along!

Our talented students are ready to dazzle you with solos, group performances, a live band, and a full orchestra. Enjoy a festive evening with hot chocolate in the SPMS auditorium starting at 6:30 pm.

Come early at 6:00 pm if you’d like to join our cherished tradition: a Hallelujah Chorus sing-along! Practice tracks and sheet music are available below, and we’ll have music folders on hand at the event.

Don’t miss this heartwarming celebration to close out the year!

Learning Tracks:
Sop: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=chafCauUzu0
Alto: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xGwjJ-h_qaM
Tenor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EMBZrBxZfH8
Bass: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JxJ_PE4YWiE

Join Us for Delicious Food and a Great Cause!

Support the South Pasadena Middle School Music Boosters by enjoying a delicious meal at Panda Express! Mark your calendars for Thursday, November 7th and come indulge in some tasty treats while contributing to a worthy cause.

When: Thursday, November 7th

Time:  9:30am-10pm
Where: Panda Express, 1216 Fair Oaks Avenue South Pasadena CA 91030 

Special Instructions:

Online: PandaExpress.com or the App.  Enter 382462 in the fundraiser code box

In Person: Bring paper flyer or show it on your smartphone

Your support will make a harmonious difference! Let’s come together, enjoy, and contribute to the vibrant musical community of South Pasadena!

We invite you to dine out for a great cause at Teamorrow & Simplee Boba and support the South Pasadena Middle School Music Boosters. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, August 28, and get ready to indulge in delicious drinks/food for a purpose!

When: Wednesday, August 28h
Time:  2-7:30pm at TeaMorrow, or 11am-10pm at Simplee Boba
Where: TeaMorrow, 1005A Mission St, and/or Simplee Boba, 954 Mission St

Special Instructions:
TeaMorrow’s Fundraising Code:  MSMB
For in-store purchases, mention the code to the cashier
For online orders https://teamorrow.smartonlineorder.com/, enter MSMB in the SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS box under “Edit”

Simplee Boba:
For in-store or pick up orders, mention the flyer, or show it on the phone

Your support will make a harmonious difference! Let’s come together, enjoy, and contribute to the vibrant musical community of South Pasadena!

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Donate to the music programs today!

We also would like to extend our thanks to all of the families who have donated to the Music Boosters.  We aim to help inspire students, assist the music teachers, seek out new student performance opportunities, expand the music program, and provide bonding activities for music students. 

Donations to SPMS Music Boosters provides funding for instrument purchase and repairs, sheet music, sound and lighting equipment, music teaching specialists, performance apparel, transportation for field trips as well as equipment maintenance.  

Head on over to https://spmsmusicboosters.org/donate/ and contribute today!

The SPMS Music Boosters Board would like to thank everyone for their support.   We have started collecting donations on behalf of all of the music programs at SPMS as well as the fifth grade bands at each of our wonderful elementary schools.  If you haven’t donated yet please consider supporting our programs.  Every dollar makes a difference.

Donate today!