Music Makes Good Citizens
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Category:
Anecdote |
Issue(s) Addressed:
Inherent value/intelligence Building society/citizenship Long-term success of students Developing the "whole child" |
Attribution
MENC’s Petition for Equal Access to Music Education, 2009
Item Text
“I am a fifty-seven-year-old man. I started playing clarinet in the school band as a fifth grader in 1961. Being in band allowed me to perform in Japan in the All American Youth Honor Band in 1970. I have played in community bands and orchestras all my adult life. Being involved in band has certainly contributed into making me a much better and productive member in society. Music is basic and necessary in my life. I will forever be grateful.”
- Michael R., Washington
Links
Submitter Information
- Name: MENC Staff
- Email: advocacy@menc.org