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Palladium Mambo Orchestra & Helix Jazz

April 3, 2025

Come see this dynamic and electrifying 18-piece mambo orchestra based in San Diego, delivering high-energy performances that capture the essence of Latin music with a bold and sophisticated sound. The Palladium Mambo Orchestra showcases top-tier musicians, blending fiery brass, pulsating rhythms, and…

31st Annual Giving Gala

January 8, 2025

Enjoy an evening at the Thursday Club in Point Loma for dinner, drinks, live music, and live and silent Auction in support of instrumental music at Helix Charter High School. Music in our schools is vitally important to the development of young leaders. The award-winning Helix Instrumental…

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About HELIX INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC

The Helix Instrumental Music Association is one of largest and most successful school music programs in east county San Diego. The Music Program at Helix currently consists of approximately 180 students in eight main groups: Drumline, Bagpipes, Color Guard, Orchestra, Concert Band, Symphonic Band, Jazz Band and Wind Symphony. All three bands, as well as the color guard and bagpipes, combine to form the Helix Highlander Band.

Our foundation, the Helix Instrumental Music Association (HIMA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization Tax Id# 23-7255896 formed to support the Instrumental Music program at Helix Charter High School.

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Helix Charter High School | 7323 University Ave. | La Mesa CA 91942 | (619) 644-1940

All donations are tax deductable. Helix Instrumental Music Association is a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization, federal tax ID# 23-7255896. These charitable gifts go directly to supporting our ongoing educational programs.