Cordero Music
Cordero Music
To provide music experiences to all young musicians, despite barriers to entry, through live performance opportunities, sponsored private music lessons, and sponsored quality music instruments.
Upcoming Events
Battle of the Bands, 4th Annual - March 10th is Middle School Battle of the Bands taking place at Davenport School of the Arts from 6-8 pm and costs $5 for entry for everyone over 12 years of age. April 26th is the High School Battle of the Bands at Union Hall in Lakeland from 5-9pm. Admission is free
Youth Nights at Bowen Yard - Every last Saturday of the month at Bowen Yard in Winter Haven. This is a free event and showcases two youth bands from ages 12-20 years old in various genres. Each band performs for an hour on the Bowen Yard Stage. Bands usually have merch to sell as well as take tips from the audience!
Genre specific showases - Throughout the year, we host Genre specific nights at multiple venues throughout Central Florida. These are generally ticketed events and cost $10 for shows at the door and on our Eventbrite page. Make sure to follow Holly Cordero on Eventbrite to get the latest updates on shows!
Unconventional Spaces - Our punk series is coming back for the Summer of 2026 and we’re kicking it off in Tarpon Springs at Neptune’s Lounge! We will be all over Central Florida showcasing amazing punk bands in awesome DIY venues and spaces. These shows range in price from free - $10 for admission and are always “NOTAFLOF” (no one turned away for lack of funds)
Thank you DOnors!
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Donate
Consider donating to the cause! We are in our second year of business and need your help! You can donate through our donations page or become a subscriber through our GiveButter campaign!
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THe mission
Young Musicians face many barriers to entry when trying to enter the music field. These can be anywhere from sexual orientation, gender identity, race to physical ability. Cordero Music seeks to tear down those barriers and provide all young musicians with the tools to succeed in the music industry.
We offer sponsored private lessons with vetted music coaches. Musicians can take these lessons during their music elective in school (with permission of their teacher), at home, or at the coach’s studio space.
We offer sponsored musical instruments! Musicians who can’t afford a quality instrument must submit an application with essay questions answered and one recommendation letter from a mentor, teacher, coach, or family member. Musicians are then provided with the equipment they need to be successful.
Cordero Music Serves youth musicians
Sponsorship Options
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Listed name under sustainer on website (as long as donation lasts); invitation to end of year gala; free merch package
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Listed name under Rockstar on website (full year or as long as donation lasts); invitation to end of year gala; free merch package; Name/logo printed on posters/merch
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This donation pays for a musician to take one 9 week lesson program. This sponsors the cost of the teacher’s time. Listed on website as well as in promo material; thank you note from student and teacher at end of program; progress checks given on student progress
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Name/Logo listed under Bronze donors for 6 months; invitation to end of year gala; free merch package; name/logo printed on promo material (posters, social media tags, social media posts); shout out at event
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Name/Logo listed under Silver donors for full calendar year; invitation to end of year gala; free merch package; name/logo printed on promo material (posters, social media tags, social media posts) and t-shirts; shout out at event and special post on social media
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Name/Logo listed under Gold donors for full calendar year; invitation to end of year gala with VIP package; free merch package; name/logo printed on promo material (posters, social media tags, social media posts) and t-shirts; short promotional speech at event of choice (1), banner feature, and special shout out on social media featuring business promotion
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Name/Logo listed under Platinum donors for full calendar year; invitation to end of year gala with VIP package; free merch package; name/logo printed on promo material (posters, social media tags, social media posts) and t-shirts; short promotional speech at all events, banner feature at all events, and special shout out on social media featuring business promotion for all events; logo on step and repeat for events (all for full calendar year)
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All of the above mentioned with logoing to include “Sponsoring Business Presents:” Short promotional video at business posted with boosted ad on social media channels; private event entertianment for one special event at business (music/dj/etc. provided to business for one speical event).