WSMTA is thrilled to receive a second grant in two years from the Tulalip Tribes Charitable Contribution Fund. This $4,000 grant supports the operation of WSMTA’s Music Artistry Program (MAP).
MAP is an annual statewide educational event in which music students perform in studio masterclasses and receive one-on-one coaching by Visiting Artists. Visiting Artists are seasoned teachers, with many holding teaching appointments at colleges and universities. Each local chapter rents a performance venue, invites Visiting Artists, and teachers bring their students to perform. Students of all ages, all levels are welcome to participate. After each student performs, the Visiting Artist provides a written evaluation and proceeds to coach the student to further polish up the performance.
“As a teacher who enters students in MAP every year, I see firsthand the powerful impact this program has on young musicians,” said Samantha Yeung, WSMTA’s Music Artistry Program Chair. “My students and I consistently come away inspired, motivated, and excited to tackle the next musical challenge. Support from the Tulalip Tribes Charitable Contribution Fund helps ensure that these transformative experiences remain accessible to students across Washington State.”
“MAP is a huge part of music studios throughout Washington, impacting countless teachers and students,” said Kira Miller, WSMTA President. “WSMTA continues to strive for MAP to be accessible to all, as this yearly event fosters student and teacher growth alike. To have the support of the Tulalip Tribes is deeply appreciated.”
In 2025, 2,536 students from 314 teacher studios participated in 40 MAP events statewide, requiring 1,053 Visiting Artist hours. More than 350 music teachers volunteered their time to make MAP possible.
WSMTA is proud to state that 84% of its total program income is spent on delivering program services.
The Tulalip Tribes are federally recognized successors in interest to the Snohomish, Snoqualmie, Skykomish and other allied tribes and bands signatory to the Treaty of Point Elliott.
The 22,000 acre Tulalip Indian Reservation is located north of Everett and the Snohomish River, and west of Marysville, Washington. The Tribes maintain an aggressive environmental preservation program, both on and off of the Reservation.
The Tulalip Tribes Charitable Contribution Funds program has assisted over 245 charitable organizations with over 50 million dollars since 1993 working in partnership with the surrounding communities including Marysville, Everett and Snohomish County to make a positive difference.