HR0681 93RD GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, Music in the schools of Illinois is designed to bring about recognition of the vital place of music in the education process; and

WHEREAS, Music is a powerful and aesthetic force that gives our young people a sense of civilization because it dignifies the realm of feeling by merging intellect and emotion in the search for a humane way of life; and

WHEREAS, Music is a basic influence in the lives of millions of people who participate in creating, performing, and listening experiences developed through music in the schools; and

WHEREAS, Music in our Schools Month is a special opportunity for citizens to understand and support the ongoing process of music education; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-THIRD GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we designate March of 2004 as "Music in our Schools" Month in the State of Illinois.