Laila West Performs at Seattle University’s Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration

Laila performed as a soloist at Seattle University on January 22, 2026 Last week, our talented violin student, Laila West, achieved another significant milestone by performing as a soloist at Seattle University’s annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration, hosted by the Office of Diversity & Inclusion on January 22, 2026. Laila performed the first movement of Vivaldi’s Concerto in G major with exceptional composure. She  performed entirely from memory, ...
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Laila West Performs at Seattle University’s Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration

Laila performed as a soloist at Seattle University on January 22, 2026 Last week, our talented violin student, Laila West, achieved another significant milestone by ...
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New speaker series supports college and career exploration

At Key to Change, we believe that every student deserves access to the resources, encouragement, and opportunities needed to pursue higher education and fulfilling careers, ...
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Key to Change adds distinguished viola faculty

Key to Change is delighted to announce that Seattle Symphony violist Mara Gearman is joining our teaching staff, expanding our capacity to provide world-class music ...
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An Unforgettable Visit from Hilary Hahn

Hilary Hahn (center) surrounded by students, alumni, and staff following her monumental visit to Key to Change Last Friday, something extraordinary happened at our Renton ...
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“Symphony South,” a summer orchestral program presented by Key to Change in partnership with the Federal Way Public Schools

This summer, Key to Change is launching Symphony South, a brand-new orchestra program for middle and high school string students in the Federal Way Public ...
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Solo String Festival winners: Students earn scholarships, symphony debuts, and more

Mason Nguyen, first place winner of the Jessie Montgomery Competitive Division. A total of nine string players from Key to Change’s Concerto Competition, Jessie Montgomery ...
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Key to Change receives transformative gift from anonymous donor

We are thrilled to share that an anonymous donor has pledged to donate $300,000 to Key to Change over a three-year period, $100,000 per year. ...
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