About Cadence

Mission Statement

"Cadence Music and Arts Program's (CMAP) goal(s) are to (A) provide family-friendly, faith-friendly artistic education throughout Central Pennsylvania and beyond; (B) offer rewarding music opportunities for those without an organized outlet; (C) reimagine, redefine, and reshape music education everywhere we can.

 CMAP strives to provide inspiring performances and educational opportunities, particularly for nontraditional students such as homeschool or cyber school students. While Cadence is popular among homeschool and cyber school students, we also accept public and private school students. "  

A Brief History

Our founders, Michael & Brittney Welch, were homeschooled during their K-12 years. Many homeschooling co-ops and organizations were small and limited at that time, unable to provide higher-quality music education. This inspired Michael & Brittney to fill that void in the homeschool sphere. 

Michael and Brittney founded the Wellspring Chorus in the spring of 2019, while living in central Kentucky, to provide families with wholesome, Christian-oriented musical outlets for adults and youth alike. In 2021, they relocated to PA, closer to Brittney’s family, and re-established the program as The Cadence Institute.

While Cadence's youth programs specifically lean toward music education, they also provide excellent performance experiences. 

While much of the music is faith-based and the rehearsal spaces/venues are churches, Cadence welcomes people of various backgrounds.

Cadence offer ensembles, private lessons, and group classes for youth and adults. Our adult programs are focused on improving musicianship in each member, regardless of his or her previous experience. Many members are Christians, and Cadence maintains a traditional Christian culture, but it is important to note that we welcome members of all backgrounds. While Cadence is popular among homeschool and cyber school students, we also accept public and private school students. 

Cadence Music & Arts Programs (CMAP), is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization designed to provide uplifting, wholesome, and challenging creative outlets for families across the South Central and South-Eastern PA region.

They reside in Jonestown, PA, with their son, Alex.