[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 79 (Thursday, May 21, 2015)]
[Senate]
[Page S3234]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                LEONARD SCHOOL OF MUSIC 70TH ANNIVERSARY

 Mr. SCOTT. Mr. President, I would like to congratulate and 
honor the Leonard School of Music in North Charleston, SC, for their 
70th anniversary. In 1945, the Leonard School of Music was founded by 
Mr. Patrick Leonard, who became a Charlestonian early in his life. He 
was a tromobonist for the prestigious Armco Band and the Circus 
Corporation of America. After traveling to Charleston with the circus, 
he fell in love with the city and ultimately started the Leonard School 
of Music. Mr. Patrick Leonard eventually retired from his leadership 
role at the school and passed it on to his son, Dan Leonard.
  Mr. Dan Leonard is a recognized expert in the field of music 
education. His work has received State, national, and international 
acclaim. He has taught and directed bands of all levels: elementary, 
junior high, high school, and college. Many of Mr. Leonard's students 
are accomplished musicians and teachers. His specialized rhythm 
approach has inspired Leonard School instructors' teaching strategies.
  The Leonard School of Music became a nonprofit organization in 2010. 
The school's mission is to provide solid music education for all 
Lowcountry youth regardless of race, creed, or financial standing. On 
May 23, 2015, the Leonard School of Music will celebrate 70 years of 
music excellence. I applaud Patrick and Dan Leonard for their expertise 
in music education, and therefore recognize the Leonard School of 
Music's accomplishment.

                          ____________________