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Between Dreams and Family

From: Open Orchard Productions
Series: The Core by Open Orchard Productions
Length: 05:03

Malcolm, a sixteen year old in the lesser developed country of Myanmar, bravely defies traditional culture. Against everything he has been taught, Malcolm breaks away from his parents’ expectations in order to fulfill his passion. Read the full description.

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Playing: Between Dreams and Family
From: Open Orchard Productions

Core_pic5_small This piece shows that for teenagers in other parts of the world, following their dreams is a luxury. If a family can afford to provide their child with an education in Myanmar, then that child devotes approximately 13 hours a day to rigorous learning. It is seen as a priviledge to get an education and there are weighty expectations attached to it. Malcolm is torn between wanting to maintain the respect of his family by focusing only on academics and between following his passion of playing music.

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Piece Description

This piece shows that for teenagers in other parts of the world, following their dreams is a luxury. If a family can afford to provide their child with an education in Myanmar, then that child devotes approximately 13 hours a day to rigorous learning. It is seen as a priviledge to get an education and there are weighty expectations attached to it. Malcolm is torn between wanting to maintain the respect of his family by focusing only on academics and between following his passion of playing music.