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Non-profit OrganizationsOhio, United States11-50 Employees
Roots Of American Music is a non-profit organization based in Beachwood, Ohio, that leverages live music to educate, inspire, and comfort communities where exposure to performances is limited. Its work centers on education through music in K-12 schools, residential settings for seniors, and adult day programs for individuals who are physically or developmentally challenged, aiming to enrich neighborhoods and foster social connection through the arts. The organization operates within the non-profit arts sector, focusing on accessible arts education and performance as a means to address community needs. In addition to its ongoing programming, Roots Of American Music has engaged in partnerships with related cultural institutions, such as working with the Maltz Museum on anti-bias education through the Stop the Hate initiative, reflecting an emphasis on using music as a vehicle for social impact. The organization serves the Northeast Ohio region and describes its mission as nourishing neighborhoods through transformative music education and performance.