annually presents events to share the talents of our young musicians, engage young minds around various aspects of music

FAME annually presents events to share the talents of our young musicians, engage young minds around various aspects of music—instrumental, vocal, technology; and build connections with the community through music, and fun activities that raise awareness of the importance of music and education in the lives of our young people.

Join our FAME Jazz Ensemble
at Jazz in the Country

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21st Anniversary & 10 Year FAME Jazz Band Reunion

July 26, 2025

Anniversary & Awards Celebration

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Race 4 FAME

TBD

Race 4 Fame

Family-friendly and exciting “Scavenger Hunt” while helping local nonprofit FAME – Foundation for the Advancement of Music & Education provides academic and cultural programs for youth in the Greater Washington Region.

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Summer Music Program 2025

July 2025

Summer Music Program 2025

Music Technology Workshop
Instrumental Intensive Workshop

Locations: University of Maryland College Park & Harmony Hall Arts Center

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'TIS THE SEASON: A Jazzy Holiday

Saturday, December 14, 2024 2pm - 4pm

'Tis the Season

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Tis the Season 2024

Saturday, December 14, 2024 2pm – 4pm

Performing Arts Center

Dr. Henry Wise Jr. High School

12650 Brooke Lane, Upper Marlboro, MD. 20774

FAME is presenting its annual intergenerational community holiday concert. Join us and get the holiday season started with multiple spirited sounds of music and an unforgettable experience.

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FLYER

Anniversary & Awards Celebration

21st Anniversary & Awards Celebration

July 26, 2025 at 6pm

We are thrilled to celebrate two incredible milestones: FAME’s 21st Anniversary and the 10th Anniversary of the FAME Jazz Band!

This will be an unforgettable event, featuring live performances by FAME alumni—many of whom are now accomplished professionals in the music industry.

More than just a band, the FAME Jazz Band was founded in 2015 as a community-based, year-round program that furthers FAME’s mission: to empower young musicians by providing exceptional music training and academic support.

The FAME Jazz Band brought to life the bold vision of FAME’s Founder, Ms. A. Toni Lewis. Its success was made possible by the remarkable leadership and commitment of its inaugural Artistic Director, Mr. Nat Adderley, Jr.—a member of the legendary Adderley jazz family and internationally renowned jazz pianist, best known for his award-winning work as musical director, composer, and arranger for the iconic Luther Vandross. For more information on the band program visit https://famemusic.org/programs.

Samuel Riggs Alumni Center
University of Maryland College Park

7801 Alumni Drive

College Park, Maryland 20742-7801

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Become a Sponsor

We are pleased to offer you an opportunity to support the youth served byFAME – Foundation for the Advancement of Music & Education and showcase your company through area media – print, TV and radio sponsors. You will also be exposed to our 3600+followers. Proceeds from your generous sponsorship will provide funding for our three programs that provide access to quality music and academic opportunities for all youth: Music Is Central, FAME Jazz Band Program, and Summer Music Program.

Please make your payment here or call us at 301-805-5358, Email info@FAMEmusic.org

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RACE 4 FAME

Created in 2016 by United Parcel Service (UPS) management and employees in the DC region to provide an exciting, family-friendly “Scavenger Hunt,” Race 4 FAME is a delighful activity for the whole family, and assists the local nonprofit FAME – Foundation for the Advancement of Music & Education. FAME provides meaningful academic and cultural programs for youth in the Greater Washington Region.