Pass the Mic
Pass the Mic is a free program that provides youth with immigrant backgrounds a high-quality, culturally responsive music education with mentorship by experienced Portland musicians. Students are encouraged to express themselves in front of their peers as they learn new skills and collaborate creatively.
Pass the Mic currently runs an after-school program with David Douglas High School and other partner schools. All Pass the Mic classes are set up to be barrier-free and free of charge. Pass the Mic students are provided with free instruments, which youth can choose to keep permanently, to help make music accessible long after the class is over.
Group Classes Offered
Pass the Mic classes and summer programs are provided at specific school sites and are only open to students enrolled in those schools. For more information and to establish a Pass the Mic class at your school, please contact Adrian Leyva.
Pass the Mic on OPB
Our 2nd annual summer camp in 2019 featured youth from around the world. To learn more, listen to or read the original piece by Donald Orr of Oregon Public Radio below.
