Music Teaches Discipline
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Category:
Statistic |
Issue(s) Addressed:
Long-term success of students Developing the "whole child" |
Attribution
“Americans Overwhelmingly Want Music Education in Schools.” American Music Conference, Valerie Salvestrini, April 21, 2003.
Item Text
According to a 2003 Gallup nationwide survey, 88 percent of Americans believe participation in music helps teach children discipline. 71 percent believe that teenagers who play an instrument are less likely to have disciplinary problems.
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Submitter Information
- Name: MENC Staff
- Email: advocacy@menc.org