Check here for further details. Questions about the coalition or conference calls? Write to supportmusic@namm.org.

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SupportMusic Brochure (English)
SupportMusic Brochure (Spanish)

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Be Heard Brochure

Read A Practical Guide for Recruitment and Retention to learn more on recruiting band and orchestra beginners.
Music and the arts are vital to every child's education. SupportMusic provides tools and resources to advance community support for music education. You CAN make a difference!


Rhythms of the Game: The Link Between Musical and Athletic Performance
Rhythms of the Game: The Link Between Musical and Athletic Performance www.bernie51.com/2011/06/23/bernies-book-has-arrived/ (written by Bernie Williams, Dave Gluck and Bob Thompson; foreward by Paul Simon) is a series of conversations, narratives and sidebars that reveal the influence of music and its rhythms on the game of baseball. Williams, the NY Yankee Great and Latin GRAMMY-Nominated jazz guitarist, closely correlates his ability to play major league baseball to his musical training and deep understanding of the connection between musical artistry and athletic performance. The book is written for musicians and athletes who wish to improve their level of performance on stage or on the field, and for any reader who wants to learn more about the importance of a complete education that includes music. As Williams says, “music is an intricate part of my essence as a human being. It teaches you persistence, discipline and humility.” Download the free SupportMusic smartphone app here www.nammfoundation.org/support-music/now-access-supportmusic-information... -- have the facts at your fingertips!


Mark your calendars with these important SupportMusic Coalition conference call dates for 2011-12.
On August 18, U.S. Department of Education Secretary Arne Duncan spoke with the SupportMusic Coalition regarding his letter about the importance of Arts Education. Read Secretary Duncan's letter (PDF). Listen to the conference call (MP3). Read the transcript. (PDF).

