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25 ways to support music in our schools.(Forum Focus: Arts Awareness and Advocacy)

American Music Teacher

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It's easy to show your support for music education. Here are some things you can do.

At Concerts

* Talk to the audience about the importance of music education.

* Thank your own music teachers.

* When appropriate, provide an opportunity for a teacher or administrator to talk about music education.

* Post flyers or posters talking about music education.

* Have people on hand to sign up concertgoers for MusicFriends at MENC.org.

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