National Anthem Project - 2008 Capital Appearance

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As the nation recognizes Flag Day, more than 1,000 school children from across the country sing "The Star-Spangled Banner," standing at the Ulysses S. Grant Memorial near the U.S. Capitol building and joined by the Cactus Cuties and the United States Marine Band, kicking off a weekend of performances celebrating the national anthem and the importance of music education.

According to a Harris Poll 2/3 of the population DO NOT know the lyrics to "The Star-Spangled Banner."

Not knowing the national anthem is a symptom of a larger problem in our school systems, said Dr. John Mahlmann, Executive Director, MENC. Research shows music education at an early age greatly increases the likelihood a child will grow up to seek higher education, earn a higher salary and feel more personally fulfilled. Music education teaches people how to think and work with others - - skills that are the foundation to success in our society today. We know as a result of The National Anthem Project, more teachers are teaching children The Star-Spangled Banner. Thats the good news. The bad news is music teachers have less time and fewer resources to work with our children. Our country and our children will be poorer for it..

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