MAFA program helps students get started in music

This is the 10th year for the Music Access for All (MAFA) music program, started by Dr. John Paulson, professor of music. The program’s goal is to help kids get started in band or on piano and get them enrolled in school music programs.

MAFA helps students in need of financial assistance get instruments at low or no cost. Also, free lessons on woodwinds, brass, piano or jazz improvisation are available on Saturday mornings at the Maplewood Townhomes Community Center.

MAFA staff includes Saint Mary’s music teachers Paulson (woodwinds and jazz), and Eric Heukeshoven (brass, piano and jazz).