District V 5/6 Chorus & Band Festival

7 EDS students participated in the District V 5/6 Festival today. They rehearsed all day, with large ensembles of kids their age. Their performance was very impressive and both band, and chorus received standing ovations. Outstanding job kids!

Vocalists: A Capella Summer Camp

A Capella Summer Camp

For more information:

http://www.slovenskicamps.com/acapella/

EDS Jazz Band at State Festival Pictures

To order photos from the competition visit the following Douglass Photography links:

Funny picture

http://www.photoreflect.com/pr3/Orderpage.aspx?pi=0G8R00CK000034&po=34&pc=66

Serious picture

http://www.photoreflect.com/pr3/Orderpage.aspx?pi=0G8R00CK000034&po=34&pc=66

Joy in the Congo: A Musical Miracle

I'm watching the 60 Minutes special on CBS about an orchestra formed in the Congo. I am truly moved by how music has changed lives and given the people from the Congo an escape from life.  Please check it out, it will be worth your time.

http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=7404678n&tag=contentBody;storyMediaBox

Decrease in Fine Arts Programs Across the Country

Budget cuts being made across the country.  Fine Arts programs, first thing to go:

http://www.startribune.com/nation/145804075.html

Arts Involvement Narrows Student Achievement Gap

http://www.miller-mccune.com/education/arts-involvement-narrows-student-achievement-gap-40745/