152 HAWAII PARENT January/February 2026 Increased Access to Music Education In addition to the partnership between Lōkahi, Hawaii Youth Symphony, and Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii, there is another exciting development that will make music education more accessible to students across Hawai`i thanks to the strong history between Lōkahi and Fender. Fender is committed to expanding access to music education, and Lōkahi is empowering teachers to bring music learning into classrooms statewide. Thanks to our collaboration, every teacher and student in Hawaii’s public schools now has free access to Fender Play, an online platform for learning ukulele, guitar and bass, available directly through Clever on school devices. Private and public charter schools can also gain access by submitting a request to Lōkahi. About the Hawaii Youth Symphony With a mission to foster fun and creative experiences that inspire a deep appreciation for music and lifelong relationships within the culture of our islands, Hawaii Youth Symphony annually serves more than 700 students ages 7-18, brought together from over 100 public, independent, and home schools statewide. Established as a non-profit organization in 1964, HYS provides enriching opportunities for orchestral music education, performances, and community engagement. HYS envisions a Hawaiʻi where music is a right, where every child can access, learn, and grow through the opportunity to make music—a Hawaii where all keiki can receive high quality music education throughout their childhood if they desire it. Financial assistance for tuition, and travel reimbursement for neighbor island students, is available. Through Fender music opportunities and access extend to the DOE facility. “Every teacher and student in Hawaii’s public schools now has free access to Fender Play, an online platform for learning ukulele, guitar, and bass”
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