[Congressional Bills 112th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 214 Introduced in Senate (IS)]

112th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. RES. 214

 Designating the week of June 24 through 28, 2011, as ``National Music 
                           Education Week''.


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                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                             June 23, 2011

 Mrs. Murray submitted the following resolution; which was referred to 
                     the Committee on the Judiciary

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                               RESOLUTION


 
 Designating the week of June 24 through 28, 2011, as ``National Music 
                           Education Week''.

Whereas the National Association for Music Education has designated the week of 
        June 24 through 28, 2011, as ``National Music Education Week'';
Whereas school-based music education is important and beneficial for students of 
        all ages;
Whereas music education programs enhance intellectual development and enrich the 
        academic environment for students of all ages;
Whereas 3 out of every 4 Americans have participated in music education 
        programs, including chorus groups and formal instrument lessons, during 
        their time in school;
Whereas of those who have participated in school-based music education programs, 
        40 percent stated that such programs were extremely influential in 
        contributing to their current level of personal fulfillment;
Whereas music education provides students with the opportunity to express their 
        creativity and to develop skills that will benefit them throughout the 
        rest of their lives;
Whereas the skills gained through music instruction, including discipline and 
        the ability to analyze, solve problems, communicate, and work 
        cooperatively, are vital for success in the 21st century workplace;
Whereas many students have limited access to music education, which places them 
        at a disadvantage compared to their peers;
Whereas local budget cuts are predicted to lead to a significant curtailment of 
        school music programs, thereby depriving millions of students of an 
        education that includes music;
Whereas the arts are a core academic subject, and music is an essential element 
        of the arts; and
Whereas every student in the United States should have an opportunity to reap 
        the benefits of music education: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the Senate designates the week of June 24 through 
28, 2011, as ``National Music Education Week'' in order to recognize 
the benefits and importance of music education.
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