Grosse Pointe Music Academy Commentary on Music Education and The Darcys’ School TourBased on reporting by Roger Belgrave, Brampton Guardian Toronto-based band The Darcys is doing more than just performing their signature art rock—they’re championing the importance of music in schools. As reported by Roger Belgrave of the Brampton Guardian, the band’s Play In School […]
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Why Cutting Music Education Hurts Students (and Why the “Math and Science” Argument Doesn’t Hold Up)
In recent years, many U.S. schools have drastically reduced or eliminated music programs to focus more heavily on math and science, citing fears that America’s international education rankings are slipping. But a closer look at the data challenges this narrative. According to the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM), the countries that consistently lead global […]