Especially as American education slides back toward “the basics,†one element of the landslide “American Idol†victory of David Cook deserves some notice — his gratitude to his Blue Springs, Mo., elementary music teacher, Fredalyn Gentry, who appeared on Wednesday’s finale. Asked what went through his head when he heard his name called, Cook said: “That my music teacher, Mrs. Gentry, made me sing in the Christmas pageant in second grade. Now I’m here. The ride has been pretty nuts.†Let it also be noted that Cook, now a cool rocker, appeared in high school productions of “The Music Man,†“West Side Story,†“The Taming of the Shrew†and “Singin’ in the Rain.†(His pratfall-filled “Make ’Em Laugh†from a 2001 “Singin’ in the Rain†can be seen, sort of, on YouTube.) Who says arts education is a frill?
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He won because he has that Brad Pitt thing going on, the other kid was the better vocalist.
Let’s give credit to public edukation for:
Rap music
Reeding ability
Math skills
Gradiation rates
STD’s and condom training
Abortion training
Music education stimulates the child’s brain. Most children in music classes score better on their tests. Music education creates or fosters a sense of beauty in children, making them better human beings and citizens. It can teach tolerance, as rhythms and styles of other cultures are learned and performed. Students participating in musical groups learn the benefits of dedication and hard work, and the power of teamwork and synergy.
How true, FAF. There are very few societies that shun music. Music is fascinating in its ability to reach just about every human alive. Its ability to portray everything from sorrow to joy and change the human spirit is truly a gift.
David Cook deserved to win by the nature of his willingness to take chances. His Billy Jean was one of the best things done on the show. David A can sing ballads, and that’s about it. He’ll grow into an idol, and sell millions, but Cook’s more an American idol. Great voice
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