Corporate Sponsorships

The San Luis Obispo High School Band is more than just music; it's dedication, teamwork, creativity, and community. Each year, our talented student musicians work tirelessly to represent our school at concerts, competitions, and community events. But this success doesn’t happen without strong support.

We invite your business to become a valued Corporate Sponsor and help us continue to grow, inspire, and perform.

Did you know? 

High School music programs empower students both academically and socially.

Academic Success

Higher SAT Scores:

Students involved in music programs score on average 63 points higher on verbal and 44 points higher on math portions of the SAT than non-music peers.

— College Board, Profile of SAT Program Test Takers

Improved GPA:

Students in music classes tend to have GPA averages of 3.0 or higher, outperforming those not enrolled in the arts.

— National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Enhanced Cognitive Skills:

Musical training has been linked to stronger memory, attention, and executive functioning, which correlates with better academic performance.

— Harvard Medical School, 2014

Boost in Math and Reading Skills:

Music education improves students' ability to process fractions, ratios, and patterns, directly aiding math and reading comprehension.

— Arts Education Partnership, "Music Matters" report

Social and Emotional Success

Lower Dropout Rates:

Schools with strong music programs have significantly lower dropout rates—up to 50% lower than those without.

— National Association for Music Education (NAfME)

Increased Emotional Resilience:

Music students exhibit lower levels of stress and anxiety and higher levels of self-esteem and emotional regulation.

— Frontiers in Psychology, 2020

Improved Teamwork and Communication:

Participation in ensembles builds collaboration, empathy, and discipline—core soft skills for future success.

— NAMM Foundation, 2018

Stronger Peer Relationships:

Students in music programs report higher levels of social belonging and peer connection, key predictors of mental health and school engagement.

— University of British Columbia study, 2019