About Us

Ensemble Pro Association is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (93-3470888) dedicated to promoting the ensemble format among music students and the public. The foundation of this association is rooted in a clear vision aimed at addressing several challenges faced by ensemble education and popularization:

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• Lack of Awareness: Many people, including music students and their families, do not fully understand what ensemble playing entails, which can lead to misconceptions about its value and purpose.

• Complexity of Organization: Organizing ensemble activities can be daunting due to their complex nature, discouraging educators and institutions from implementing them.

• Music Selection and Arrangement: Finding suitable music that fits the skill level and interests of all members, and arranging it appropriately, is often challenging.

• Logistics and Costs: Coordinating rehearsal times and locations and covering associated costs can be prohibitive.

• Performance Opportunities: Securing venues and occasions for public performance can be limited, reducing visibility and practical experience for participants.

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To address these barriers, Ensemble Pro Association raises public and private funding for youth ensemble, orchestra, and symphony programs in San Diego, including those hosted in collaboration with Belle Melodie Music Art School. The association:

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• Scholarships and Financial Aid: Awards need-based scholarships so that students from all backgrounds can participate in ensemble and instrumental music education, regardless of their family's ability to pay.

• Creates Performance Opportunities: Organizes and underwrites public concerts, recitals, and community performances that give young ensembles real audiences.

• Reduces Barriers for Educators: Provides repertoire, arrangements, and coordination support so that teachers and schools can start ensemble programs without absorbing the cost and complexity alone.

• Honors a Teaching Legacy: Administers a scholarship created in honor of the teachers, family members, and mentors who shaped Michelle Meixuan Li's musical journey, carrying forward a tradition of generous guidance for the next generation.