(NAPSA)—In American schools, kids make music, create music, and learn from music. For generations, music has also brought school communities together. Ly wy 4) *#amierica! | Patriotic Collection 20 Beloved Favorites Performed by the Nation's Military Bands oT) Music classes across the coun- try use patriotic songs to help children learn about America. The National Association for Music Education, or MENC, is helping music teachers and their schools by offering a CD of patriotic songs ranging from The Star Spangled Banner to Yankee Doodle. The CD has 20 performances of classic American songs that can help develop feelings of patriotism, pride, and common purpose. According to Mel Clayton, MENC president, “music has a unifying role to play in schools that is now more important than ever.” The SingAmerica Patriotic CD includes performances byall five U.S. Military bands performing in sing-along arrangements, and is available for five dollars—to cover distribution costs. For more information, call 1- 800-828-0229 or visit menc.org.
