Adaptive Music Collective

Expanding Access Through Technology 

(July 2026)

Adaptive Music Collective is fundraising to purchase a new Soundbeam 6, to use as the first resource in our Adaptive Instrument Lending Library. Our lending library program will expand access to adaptive music technology & allow music teachers to borrow the Soundbeam for use in their classroom. This innovative, motion-sensitive technology enables individuals of all abilities to create music through movement, expanding access to meaningful music-making experiences. 

Students who have not been able to participate in band or orchestra can use the Soundbeam to fully participate in school ensembles. Going forward, the lending library instrument will be used in many schools across the region. Long-term, we envision helping educators to access adaptive instruments and advocate for their inclusion in students’ individualized education plans.

The Adaptive Music Collective (AMC) was founded in March 2025 to create music-making opportunities for people with disabilities. 

• The AMC's short-term goal is to purchase & learn the Soundbeam 6. Starting with a pilot program of 1:1 sessions, we will provide opportunities for students to make music with the Soundbeam.  During these sessions, we will develop individual sound profiles - guiding students in exploring, creating & personalizing their musical voice with the Soundbeam sensors, triggers & sound sets.  All sessions will be cost-free for participants.

• Building on the pilot program, our mid-term goal is to incorporate local professional musicians and master teachers in small-group music-making sessions.  Imagine our AMC musicians playing the Soundbeam alongside a trio of professional musicians playing other instruments (ie. clarinet, trumpet & percussion). The 1:1 sessions continue during this stage serving as core instruction and skill development with the Soundbeam.  All sessions will be cost-free for participants.

• AMC's long-term goal is to create an AMC Ensemble - an inclusive band.  The collective will be comprised of musicians of all ages and abilities with adaptive instruments at the heart of the ensemble. Operating together, our 1:1 lessons, small-group sessions, and the large ensemble will make up the Adaptive Music Collective.  All sessions will be cost-free for participants.