[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 177 (Wednesday, December 2, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2863]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       HONORING THE JUILLIARD SCHOOL'S MUSIC ADVANCEMENT PROGRAM

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                          HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS-

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 2, 2009

  Mr. TOWNS. Madam Speaker, I rise today in recognition of the Music 
Advancement Program at The Juilliard School.
  The Music Advancement Program (MAP) is a Saturday instrument-
instruction program that was created in 1990. MAP targets students, 
ages eight to fourteen, who are underrepresented in the performing 
arts. The program is designed to help students at the early stage of 
their musical development on violin, viola, cello, double bass, flute, 
clarinet, trumpet, trombone, percussion, and piano. MAP has served 
families by providing education workshops on diverse topics, 
information about various concert opportunities and a literacy program 
for younger siblings of MAP students. MAP has also supported New York 
City public school music teachers by building upon their work, starting 
where most school instrumental programs must end, and by motivating 
students to excel in all of their endeavors. Through MAP, The Juilliard 
School has demonstrated its commitment to being a cultural citizen in 
New York City by reaching out to underrepresented communities and 
investing in a future arts community that is diverse in its performers, 
educators, audiences, and patrons. This exemplary program has enriched 
the lives of countless students, and will continue to provide valuable 
opportunities in the performing arts for underprivileged students in 
New York City schools.
  Madam Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join me in recognizing the 
Music Advancement Program at The Juilliard School.

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