The Martin County School District hosted its 46th annual Music in Our Schools program on Thursday, March 24, at 7 p.m. The event, which was held in the gymnasium at Martin County High School, featured performances by elementary, middle, and high school music students. The program coincided with the National Association for Music Education’s (NAfME) Music In Our Schools Month®.
The District’s 12 elementary schools performed as one choir during the event, while the bands and choruses from each middle and high school performed individual selections. This year’s NAfME’s theme is “Music, the Sound of my Heart.”
“Music in Our Schools is a time-honored event, as it demonstrates the District’s commitment to educating all students for success,” said Dr. Tracey Miller, Assistant Superintendent for Academics. “We understand the importance of ensuring our programs and offerings meet the unique needs and interests of each of our students. This event is a highly-anticipated annual opportunity for our renowned performing and musical arts programs to shine.”
Retired school administrator and music educator Joseph Flanagan served as the event’s master of ceremonies. He has been involved with Music in Our Schools since 1988 when he was the band director at South Fork High School.
To learn more about the National Association for Music Education’s (NAfME) Music In Our Schools Month®, please click here.