We'd love your support for the world's only multi-dimensional classical marimba performance organization! Since 2014, Heartland Marimba has produced more than 300 concerts in more than 100 cities around the world. Thousands of children and audiences have experienced educational presentations by HM artists, more than 30 composers have written for HM groups, and at least 30 young artists have been employed by the HMEnsemble — we are focused on the future of the marimba art form!

This season, we're hitting all 12 notes…and then some!

We're thrilled to announce our most ambitious project yet:
— two brand-new albums, releasing over the next two years, featuring 12 standards for marimba quartet and so much more —

None of this happens without you. Your support keeps our performances vibrant, our education programs thriving, and our music reaching communities that might never otherwise experience it.

Every gift — at every level — moves us closer to this next chapter.

Ready to hit all 12 notes with us?
C, C#, D, D#, E, F, F#, G, G#, A, A#, B — you did it! 🎶

Here's a Sneak Peek of our 12th SEASON!

AUGUST
Portland to Arcata/Chamber Music America Conference — Chicago

September
Midwest Arts Expo — Milwaukee

October
North Carolina Tour
Chicago/Wisconsin Tour

November
HMIF/OH/PASIC Tour

December
Holiday Spectacular

January
Portland Tour

April
Dallas/Central TX Tour

May
Fox Valley Concert Band and UNLV Percussion Festival/Marimba Orchestra

More to come!

We are a performing arts non-profit, which means we rely on contributions to succeed!

How We Use Your Donations:

All contributions go to the basic functions and expenses of the organization, including:

The recording of TWO albums of 12 standards (World standards + Heartland standards):

Album Tracks (subject to change)

Sculpture in Wood by Rüdiger Pawassar
Marimba Quartet by Daniel Levitan
Six Marimbas by Steve Reich
Marimba Quartet by Michael Burritt
Bloom - Ivan Trevino
Three Ragtimes by Dolores White
Marimba Quartet No.2 by Christopher Deane
Ice Breaks by Marco Schirripa
Velvet by Monica Pearce
Stronger Every Day by Julie Spencer
Audience choice #1 through social media campaign
Audience choice #2 through social media campaign

Salaries for artists.
Salaries for administrative help to plan and execute our fabulous events and tours.
Unexpected travel expenses.
Marketing expenses for performances we produce.
Subsidizing educational programming so more schools have access to HM visits.
Free community events throughout the season.
Social events, so we can get to know our audiences better.
Recording costs that become free content or promotional tools for future engagements.
New album and recording releases.
Production of educational materials for percussionists in training.

Other Ways to Help:

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"Hitting All 12 Notes": Supporting Heartland Marimba's 12th Season

2026–2027: Two Albums. Coast-to-Coast Tours. Marimba for All!