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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For further information:
April 18, 2002 P. Brett Smith brett@brettsmith.org
Smith gives MN Voice to National Convention
State Minnesota Music Educators
Association President and Mahtomedi Teacher Brett Smith has just returned from
attending the National Music Education Conference in Nashville, Tennessee April
10-13. As State President, Smith helped to form National policy for corporate
partnerships with educational organizations, and presided over symposium workshops.
Smith said of his experience: "I feel strongly about professional development
for teachers, and it is important that Minnesota have a strong voice for kids
on the national scene. It is important to have a presence at this national event
so that the children of our Minnesota schools benefit by bringing home examples
of best practices and quality curriculum." This biannual event brings thousands
of music teachers from around the world together to share music-making traditions
through performances and workshops. Some of the world's greatest musicians and
most talented school groups from all parts of the United States were heard at
this conference. More than 200 symposium workshops, clinics, and performances
were devoted to a wide range of music education issues, including early childhood
music education, curriculum building, assessment strategies for performance
ensembles and new technology. Other highlights included an evening performance
by Chely Wright, an appearance by Sesame Streets', Bob McGrath, and composer
Marvin Hamlisch.
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