Friends show their support for the continued growth and success of the USC School of Music by providing music scholarships to students, encouraging community participation in musical events and by sponsoring special activities.

By supporting the Friends of the School of Music Fund, you benefit from a special relationship with the university. Since its inception, Friends have provided more than half a million dollars to outstanding students of music at USC.

Join us in our commitment to the dedicated and talented students and faculty of USC School of Music. Because of people like you, more students have more opportunities to become noted performers, composers and educators. Be a part of our vision for one of the foremost schools of music in the country.

As a Friend, you receive invitations to special events to meet guest artists and students, recognition in concert programs and the satisfaction of knowing you are helping to create the best musical experiences for our patrons and students alike. Friends enjoy the company of like-minded music enthusiasts and receive invitations to special events like the annual Musical Feast

David Martin Sickinger is the Architect/Principal for Garvin Design Group and he enjoys playing the piano.

Joni Tindall Chaney recently retired from Lexington Medical Center and is an active singer.

"The School of Music provides something for everyone in all realms of music education for their students and the music enhancement of the community and state. "

Josh is the co-owner of Market on Main.

Karen Alexander-Banks is the President and CEO of the Auntie Karen Foundation. She graduated from USC with a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education in 1984. She performed with Carolina Alive from 1981-1984 and she is a jazz vocalist.

Shenequa Coles is the Director of Student Support Services at Richland School District One.

 Drew English is an Attorney at Adams & Reese LLP.

Walter is the Coordinator for Visual & Performing Arts for Richland School District One and is an ’99 and ‘14 alumnus of the School of Music where he received a Bachelor of Music and a Master of Music in conducting.

Judie Hoffman is an Anesthesiologist with MUSC Health.

Craig Plank is a State Farm Agent.

Julian is managing partner at LIFE 20/20 and the Founding Executive Director of the Here’s 2 Life Foundation. LIFE 20/20 is a minority-owned, small business that curates events, produces products, and delivers services that inform, inspires, educates and empowers children, youth, and families. He is a ’14 alumnus of the University of South Carolina where he received his Doctor of Philosophy in Teaching and Learning/Health Promotion, Education and Behavior. Julian is also an accomplished singer/songwriter, composer/arranger/producer.

Allison is Marketing Director for Lexington Medical Center.

Barbara Whittaker is retired from the health profession and while not a musician, she and her husband Mark are music lovers.

Caitlyn McDonald, violin

Tayshaun Brown, clarinet

Miranda Ramirez, cello

Aaron Nealy, bassoon

Tiaryca Green, viola

William Byrd, piano

Emily Schlegel, voice

Carter Stanton, clarinet