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Being in choir helped change Jacob's life

Learn how Jacob turned his life around after being in choir

By Lia Peralta

According to music teacher, Mr. David Short, being in the choir completely turned around one student’s life. He recalls of Jacob Muneda (name changed for anonymity): “After a tumultuous freshman year of fights, suspension, truancy, and poor grades, I thought for sure...

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Music is a catalyst for change

Music is a catalyst for change

By Samantha Manus

“Andre’ was very excited that we were finally going to have a school band. I told him to focus on his grades and we would talk in December to see how he was progressing...– Connie Sparacello, Music Teacher at John L. Ory Communication Arts Magnet School in Louisiana

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Music brings out your inner talent

Music brings out your inner talent

By Samantha Manus

Jay didn’t have to wait until high school to play an instrument. His elementary received a STM grant and he learned to play the saxophone. Now, he says “music helps me bring out my inner talent.”

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Save The Music grants for music education

Music is back in Caruthers!

By Lia Peralta

During the recession, Caruthers Elementary School lost its music program. Together with Amazon, we not only brought it back, but did it in style with a big delivery event.

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Rachel's Bat Mitzvah Project supports Save The Music

Rachel’s Bat Mitzvah Project to Save The Music

By Samantha Manus

“Hi! My name is Rachel Strausman. Music is a very important factor in my life. Playing the clarinet and piano really keeps me busy and I wish that every kid could have the opportunity to learn and play music like I have. As part of my mitzvah project for my...

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