Music programs have been shown to bring out so much more in the student that it would seem to be an imperative to have them on the curriculum. The fact that the educational federal funding re-authorization act, “No Child Left Behind” of 2001 named music education as a core academic subject reinforces music as a vital element in the education of our children. Art and music bring so much enjoyment to the lives of the young musicians. They won’t even realize that the songs they are learning to play will help them in other aspects of their lives, for years to come.
What Can You Do?
- Visit sites like SupportMusic and VH1’s Save The Music Foundation for information and help with promoting the topic in your local area.
- Donate used musical instruments to schools or community centers.
- Attend local school board meetings to promote the benefits of music programs.
- Support local and national politicians that have shown their support for school arts classes.
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