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How did your education shape your attitudes about music?
December 1, 1999 / By

Annie GosfieldComposer“I was taught the importance of creativity and individual expression early in life…”

Jonathan ShefferComposerFounder, Conductor and Artistic Director of the Eos Orchestra“My musical education began at the Westport School of Music, where as a …

Education and New American Music
December 1, 1999 / By

Frank J. OteriPhoto by Melissa Richard

Ten years ago I was a high school teacher in the New York City Public School System and since then, I have often described that experience as “my version …

Soundtracks: November 1999
November 1, 1999 / By

There are over 60 American composers featured in this month’s round-up of new recordings, which is a wonderful way to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the American Music Center this month! And, as always, the …