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Continued from A1 musicians. “This type of program is important in every city,” said Janna Hymes-Bianchi.associateconduc-tor for ISO, who acknowledged that the concerts must be entertaining and educational to keep children interested. “I want these kids to want more when they leave (the concerts). The minute that I walk on stage, I don’t want any time to go by where (the children) are not completely involved,” she said. While organizing the concerts, Hymes-Bianchi consulted with ISO staff members and decided to create an interactive performance wherechildren must recognize different art forms within compositions. As the symphony plays, letters A, B, C and D flash above the stage from a projector and prompt kids to nod their heads and move their hands from side to side according to which musical form is playing.

“I can’t imagine a life without music. It is a very crucial part of our lives, and touches our soul. Once you become a expert at what you do, it’s a very enriching experience,” added Hymes-Bianchi. Once the school year begins this fall, the “Community Conservatory” will facilitate teacher professional development programs, school and community concerts as well as the development of interdisciplinary materials. While participating in the program, ISO hopes to create relationships between schools, students, parents and the community. “I hope that (the project) is an opportunity for parents and students to do things together through family and discovery concert series” said Richard Hoffert, president and CEO of the Indianapolis Symphony, noting that an appreciation for the arts and overall student education is ISO’s objective. This program relies upon ISO’s existing projects including “Young People’s Discovery Concerts” and the AT&T “Instrument Petting Zoo.” Each concert features all

members of the symphony, and gives children an opportunity to view instruments and hear contrasting musical compositiotto. Guest soprano soloist, Brenda WiU liams, makes her ISO debut, and energetically adds words to musical selections while tapping her feet, encouraging students to enjoy the performance. 't “Arts education is a critical component of a holistic education that addresses the whole child. The integration of arts into the curriovlum allows for students that are different kinds of learners to absorb information in a diffen way,” said Beth Perdue Outlan ISO director of education. * .•} Out land added that broatk,research and programs are neCef. sary to motivate and stimulate students. Although some schools mdy be hesitant about concentrating on arts education while focusing on improving test scores, Outland said ISO’s programs can be integrated into the scholastic process that helps schools meet their educational Ob-

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Continued from A1 Usher and editor of the Oklahoma Ebony Tribune. Meanwhile, she said, “they always take the opportunity to promote Colin Powell and (Oklahoma congressman) J.C. Watts as reasons why the African-American community should respond to the (Republican) party today. “Black voters should not be fooled,” Swain-Ross said. “If the party really wanted A-A voters in the year 2000, they would spend their resources to attract that vote.” Terry Jones, publisher and editor of die Data News Weekly in New Orleans, said the RNC’s lack of interest in attracting Black voters is an insult. “It’s a blatant disrespect to the African-American community. Even though we are not a strong vote for Republicans, it’s a slap because we are still a part of this "fix I.lte issilflnto not gone unn

April 6 letter to RNC chairman Jim Nicholson, which was forwarded to the NNPA, Republican political consultant Raynard Jackson called on Nicholson to explain the lack of balance in the RNC’s strategy to lure and groom voters. “The party has never (in recent times) aired TV commercials targeting the Black community,” wrote Jackson. “I have listened to all the explanations as to why this is happening, but I am truly vexed at this development ... Am I to conclude that our party has once again written offthe Black vote? If not, please help me to explain what is going on to those who are ringing my phone off the hook.” Denise Rolark-Bames, editorpublisher of the Washington In-, former, questioned the investment of African-American talent within the party and its commitment to

diversity.

“The Republican Party has not extended an invitation to the Afri-0ah-Atn6rifcari cdihttiuhity," she sitid. “That casts a shadow Over tafdse African Americans who are

there. It’s an embarrassment. “It’s unfortunate that the Re^ 1 publicans feel that way that thq? don’t want to diversify and readi out to all Americans,” RolarkBames said. “The Republicans are clear that they are not for everyone, that they are exclusive and for African Americans, we are definitely not welcome.” . • v The publishers reaffirmed their support for Hispanic media; saying they would not allow peopledf color to be divided by the Republi-

can Party.

“Black and Latinos and minorities will always have a lot of issues in common,” said Swain-Ross. “If they think a few dollars in the Latino community will separate the minority segment from their base issues, then they are wasting their time and their money.” “I hope they do get the moneyi” she continued. “It’s important that all voters hear all sides.” Said Jones: “We need to get together with the Hispanic community and demand change across

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