Sandy's MusicGirls

Mission

The Mission of Sandy’s MusicGirls is to inspire girls 6 to 19 to develop music skills, creativity, and self-esteem.

Sandy’s MusicGirls encourages local girls to develop their vocal, instrumental, and performance skills in whatever music genres inspire them. We support girls to grow in their love and skill of music, by offering lessons, instruments, mentors, performance opportunities, attendance at music camps, and more. We offer two music camps every summer, one for girls 6 to 9 and one for girls 10 to 19. The funding for Sandy’s MusicGirls comes from donations from the local community. All our programs are offered free of charge thanks to the generosity of our supporters.

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About Sandy’s MusicGirls

Sandy’s MusicGirls, a program of the Lake Wales Arts Council, was created to honor the legacy of Sandy Greer Morrison—a gifted musician  and a cherished member of the Lake Wales arts community.

Sandy and her husband, Steve Morrison, were both deeply rooted in the local music scene, performing together and in groups like Sticky Steve and the Pollinators and Jr and the MDs. Their music and energy helped shape the cultural landscape of Lake Wales in the 1980s and beyond. Though Sandy never had children of her own, she had a natural gift for nurturing creativity in others, especially young girls, and believed deeply in the power of music to build confidence, connection, and joy.

After Sandy lost her battle with cancer in March 2014, Steve established Sandy’s MusicGirls in her memory to carry forward her passion for empowering young musicians. Today, Sandy’s MusicGirls not only supports the youngest girls who are just beginning to explore their musical talents, but also uplifts older girls who are interested in developing their skills and sharing their gifts with the community through local events and performances.

Thanks to the support of community members and the Lake Wales Arts Council, Sandy’s MusicGirls is able to offer two summer camps, weekly classes, music scholarships, performing opportunities, and more, all free of charge to Musicgirls families.

Through this program, Sandy’s spirit lives on—in every note sung, every instrument played, and every girl who finds her voice through music.

Program Sponsors

Sandy's MusicGirls would like to thank the following for their special support:

Ruth V. Marchione Foundation 

Barbara Salvin & Justin Voss - promoting Bluegrass Music 

George Skene and Barbara Barry -  use of Ida House Retreat Center for instructors  

Dot Reiser Family - support of Camp Counselor Program

Kent & Cindy Lilly

John Updike - sponsoring a program coordinator

Emil & Marilyn Jahna

Nancy Bernhart Estes - in memory of Mark Estes

Keith & Denise Snow 

Sally Morrison

Leigh Anne Vigne