Frequently Asked Questions

  • Recycled Tunes is a music education program by the Gasparilla Music Foundation that collects, refurbishes, and distributes new and used instruments to Title I schools and youth programs across Tampa Bay. We also offer free repairs and supplies to support music teachers and their students.

  • A portion of the proceeds from the 501(c)(3) festival, Gasparilla Music Festival, go towards the Recycled Tunes program. GMF opened Recycled Tunes as one of its many initiatives to support the arts in Tampa Bay.

  • Thank you! You can donate by completing our Instrument Donation Form or emailing us at recycledtunes@gasparillamusic.com . We’ll coordinate a drop-off or pickup if needed.

  • We accept new and gently used instruments of all types—band, orchestra, percussion, string, and more! We also welcome accessories like cases, strings, reeds, tuners, stands, and sheet music. If a student can use it, we can too.

  • Yes! We offer free instrument repairs for music teachers in the Tampa Bay area. Just fill out our repair request form and tell us what needs fixing—we’ll take care of the rest.

  • It’s easy! Just visit our Teacher Request Form page, tell us what you need, and we’ll reach out. Requests are filled on a first-come, first-served basis and are subject to inventory availability.

  • We primarily serve Title I schools and youth music programs in the Tampa Bay area. If you’re a music teacher in need, we encourage you to reach out regardless of your school’s designation—we do our best to help everyone we can.

  • Yes, and they make a big difference! Financial contributions help us pay for repairs, purchase parts, and expand our reach. Visit our Donate page to make a secure online donation.

  • Absolutely! We’re always looking for volunteers to help with events, instrument drives, and basic repairs. Contact us by emailing recycledtunes@gasparillamusic.com to learn more.

  • Recycled Tunes is based in Tampa, Florida, and serves schools across the greater Tampa Bay region. Our parent organization, the Gasparilla Music Foundation, is located at:

    Gasparilla Music Foundation
    PO Box 172986
    Tampa, FL 33672

    Please email recycledtunes@gmail.com to schedule a meeting time.