Noel Schajris is helping the next generation of musicians…
The 49-year-old Argentine-Mexican singer, songwriter and pianist has joined Latin Grammy in the Schools, an educational program by the Latin Grammy Cultural Foundation that connects music students with key players in the Latin music industry, and supports music departments with financial limitations.
This week, Schajris visited Overton High School in Memphis, TN, where he’ll invest $40,000 in its Creative and Performing Arts Program, including the donation of musical instruments.
“We all know how important art is and what music is in our lives; In my personal case it has been the lifesaver, the friend, the love and even the doctor in many important moments,” he expressed in a press statement. “How important is this invitation from the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation to share with those who will undoubtedly carry that torch of hope; the kids, the new generations.”
Schajris experienced chart-topping success as part of the duo Sin Bandera until he and fellow singer and songwriter Leonel García concluded their partnership in 2007.