Notes of Progress: Spring Challenge, Busking Success & More!

​Fundraising Update for Our 2026 Japan Trip!
Excitement is building as our preparations for the 2026 Japan trip are well underway! We’ve already seen an incredible show of dedication and community support—and we’re just getting started.
Spring Practice Challenge SuccessOur Spring Practice Challenge has officially wrapped up, and we are thrilled to announce that it has raised over $7,600 so far! Donations are still coming in, and we are so grateful for the ongoing support. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated—whether by putting in extra practice hours or by using your efforts to raise funds. Your commitment and enthusiasm have made a real impact.

Busking at Faneuil Hall
We’re happy to report that our students had two successful busking dates at Faneuil Hall in Boston! They performed beautifully for lively public audiences, sharing selections from the Suzuki repertoire and other pieces we plan to bring to Japan.
We were especially excited to welcome several students who traveled from Maine to join our Massachusetts studentsfor these events—a wonderful opportunity to build community across the broader Pineland Crescendo Suzuki community. The funds raised during these performances will be added to our total soon—thank you to all who came out to support and cheer us on!

July 29: Performance at Portland Sea Dogs Game
​We’re thrilled to announce our third major fundraiser: On July 29, students will perform the Star-Spangled Banner to open the Portland Sea Dogs baseball game in Portland, Maine! This special evening will also honor Horace Wilson, the Maine teacher credited with bringing baseball to Japan.
Support our trip by purchasing tickets through this link:
👉 Buy Tickets & Support the Trip
A portion of ticket sales through this link goes directly toward funding our journey.
More Ways to HelpFamilies are also encouraged to get creative with their own fundraisers! Ideas include:

• Scheduling time to busk
• Organizing a home concert
• Collaborating with your teacher to plan a studio-wide event

Every contribution—big or small—brings us closer to our goal of sharing music across cultures and making unforgettable memories in Japan.
Stay tuned for more updates—and thank you for your continued support!