The event marked the start of 20 new music programs being created in Jean\u2019s name across New Jersey and New York. The partnership will provide schools with new instruments and access to Music Will\u2019s
\u201cModern Band\u201d<\/a> curriculum, which focuses on a variety of genres. <\/div>\n\u201cWe\u2019re trying to make this how music is taught around the country,\u201d said Music Will CEO Mike Wasserman, who hopes to expand the program to every school in Newark.<\/p>\n
Principal Margaret Murray said the donation strengthens community and creativity, \u201cMusic is a language we can all understand and rally around.\u201d<\/p>\n
Music teacher Domonique Walker added that Jean\u2019s visit hopefully encouraged students to take part in the music classes and opportunities that are being provided. \u201cSeeing him freestyle showed them you just get up there and do it,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
The initiative aims to ensure all students, regardless of background, have meaningful access to music education and the tools to express themselves.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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