Music is the Answer
April 15, 2026
Dear Friends and Supporters,
There are moments in history when music stops being entertainment and becomes something essential. Something that reminds us who we are, what we believe in, and why it matters that we keep going. This is one of those moments.
This spring, we find ourselves living through days that test our deepest American ideals: freedom of expression, the dignity of every culture, and the belief that we are stronger together than apart. At Sones de México Ensemble, we have never been more certain of our purpose.
For thirty-two years, we have carried the living traditions of Mexican son across the nation. We do this because this music is not just beautiful, it is true! It speaks of the human experience with a clarity and depth that cuts through noise and division and reminds us of our shared humanity.
Today, we are choosing hope over fear, unity over division, and peace over war, and we are asking you to join us.
Your gift to Sones de México Ensemble this spring does more than sustain a music organization. It says that culture matters. That Mexican heritage and artistry are a gift to this country, not something to be diminished, dismissed, or driven out.
Join us on this quest. Pitch in and make a gift today. Every contribution, of any size, helps us perform, teach, and bring people together through the power of music. Your support funds our community concerts, our school residencies, our Mexican Music School, and the work of the extraordinary musicians who pour their lives into keeping these traditions alive and growing.
This is our America too, and we intend to sing it.
With deep gratitude and an unshakeable belief in the power of music to tear down walls, sincerely,
Juan Díes
Co-founder, Executive Director
Sones de México Ensemble
P.S. Be sure to check out the Sponsor Page of our website to see the names of the many organizations and people just like you who have supported Sones de México Ensemble.
Here are some examples of how your donation can help with critical educational, operational and program expenses:
$10
covers the cost of the 30-page textbook we developed to give to our guitar students.
$20
covers one week of lessons for one student in our Music School.
$31
a nice choice for Sones’ 31st Anniversary!
$50
covers the cost of one hour of private music instruction for a student.
$125
covers the cost of a half-scholarship for a student in our Music School.
$125
covers the cost of a guitar for one of our students in our Music School.
$250
covers a full 12-week scholarship for a student in our Music School.
$250
covers the cost of a violin for one of our students.
$500
covers the cost of an outreach workshop at a school serving over a hundred students.
$800
covers a month’s rent of storage for our traditional instrument collection, and rehearsal space for the ensemble.
If you prefer to donate by check, please mail it to:
Sones de México Ensemble
PO Box 13261
Chicago, IL 60613
Call (773) 728-1164 for other options.
Sones de México Ensemble is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization with a mission to promote a greater appreciation of Mexican traditional music through world-class performance and education programs. All donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
Tax Receipts are Available. If you already made a donation and would like a tax receipt acknowledging your gift, let us know.
