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This piece might make a nice addition to a larger program looking at schools and music education. It's a visit to a rehearsal of the Children's Chorus of Maryland. During a time when schools are slashing music and arts programs, this story might serve as a nice reminder of what kids are capable of, if they're given the tools.
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Piece Description
This piece might make a nice addition to a larger program looking at schools and music education. It's a visit to a rehearsal of the Children's Chorus of Maryland. During a time when schools are slashing music and arts programs, this story might serve as a nice reminder of what kids are capable of, if they're given the tools.
Broadcast History
This segment originally aired on WYPR's arts program, "The Signal," on 04.27.07
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John Voci
Posted on June 16, 2007 at 07:43 AM | Permalink
Review of Learning to Sing
This piece is a reminder of how valuable music and music education can be in the development of children. In an era when the school budgets for the arts are being cut, the Children?s Chorus of Maryland demonstrates what children and dedicated teachers can do. The piece is very well produced, sound rich and includes charming clips with the children of the chorus. The piece is perfect for a magazine program or for inclusion in a larger exploration on the topic and education and the arts.