The Preparatory School of UCR-Pacific Campus is a Project for the formation of Young musicians. It generates opportunities for the communities around Puntarenas

Abstract

This article shows the development, growth and expansion of the Basic Stage of Music of the University of Costa Rica at the Pacific headquarters. It has contributed to the development of people and musicians in the communities of Puntarenas, generating jobs in the Pacific area for future professionals performing and teaching music. In addition to the historical analysis, interviews were conducted with students, graduates, teachers, as well as members of the community participating in the project. The positive impact is manifested in populations with high social risk is analyzed through the creation of groups, initiatives and links with projects derived from the Basic Stage of Music. . The result has been a project with a lot of impact in the Puntarenas area to contribute to the development and creation of new opportunities for musicians and their professional and recreational development. Likewise, articles referring to the creation and organization of Basic Stages of Music in other regional headquarters and their contribution are analyzed and studied.